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Callao 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)

A 4-day route through Callao grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Cathedral of Lima · Temples & religious sites·Castles & palaces

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  1. Morning
    Cathedral of Lima

    Temples & religious sites

    Construction of this Roman Catholic cathedral began in 1535 under Francisco Pizarro and was completed in its present form in 1797; it serves as the seat of the Archdiocese of Lima. Dedicated to the Apostle John, it's a place where visitors can experience both Peru's faith and history.

  2. After lunch
    Archbishop's Palace of Lima

    Castles & palaces · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    The residence of the Archbishop of Lima and the seat of the archdiocese's administrative offices. Located in the historic district around the city's main square, it's easy to visit alongside other major sights.

  3. Afternoon
    Plaza Mayor, Lima

    Parks & gardens · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    A plaza at the heart of Lima's historic center, built on the site where Pizarro founded the city in 1535. Surrounded by landmarks like the Presidential Palace and the Cathedral, it offers a vivid sense of the city's history.

  4. Evening
    Government Palace

    Castles & palaces · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    Peru's government palace, originally built as the presidential residence. It is also known as "Casa de Pizarro," named after Pizarro, who was involved in its design.

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DAY 2

Around Larco Museum · Museums & galleries·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Larco Museum

    Museums & galleries

    This private museum in Peru is housed in an 18th-century building. It presents artifacts from 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian civilizations in chronological order and is also known for its distinctive collection of erotic pottery.

  2. After lunch
    National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru

    Museums & galleries · 1.1 km from the previous stop

    Located in the Magdalena Palace in Lima's Pueblo Libre district, this is Peru's largest and oldest museum. It houses more than 100,000 artifacts spanning Peruvian history, including the Raimondi Stele and a model of Machu Picchu.

  3. Afternoon
    Mosque of Lima

    Temples & religious sites · 2.1 km from the previous stop

    A mosque in Lima's Magdalena del Mar district, built in 1986 by the Palestinian community on the grounds of a former mansion. It is open to the public and free to visit.

  4. Evening
    Jardín botánico de Plantas Medicinales de Lima

    Zoos & aquariums · 4 km from the previous stop

    A medicinal plant garden located next to the Ministry of Health building in the Jesús María district of Lima. It also has a branch in the Chorrillos district, letting visitors explore a wide variety of medicinal plants.

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DAY 3

Around El Paraíso · Heritage & monuments·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    El Paraíso

    Heritage & monuments

    This prehistoric archaeological site lies in the Chillón Valley north of Lima, Peru, and is believed to date from around 3500–1800 BCE. Spanning more than 58 hectares, it was one of the largest settlements of its time.

  2. After lunch
    Garagay

    Heritage & monuments · 6.5 km from the previous stop

  3. Afternoon
    St. Joseph's Cathedral, Callao

    Temples & religious sites · 9 km from the previous stop

    This neoclassical Catholic cathedral stands in Callao's old town. Built in 1893, it was restored to its present form after earthquake damage.

  4. Evening
    BAP Abtao

    Museums & galleries · 0.5 km from the previous stop

    This decommissioned Peruvian Navy submarine is on display in the port city of Callao; built in the United States in the 1950s, it was later renamed to honor the Battle of the Chincha Islands. Touring its interior offers a unique way to experience naval history first-hand.

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DAY 4

Around San Lorenzo Island · Nature·Castles & palaces

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  1. Morning
    San Lorenzo Island

    Nature

    A Pacific island off the coast of Callao, Peru, and the country's largest island. It's uninhabited, making it a nice sight to admire from a distance.

  2. Afternoon
    El Frontón

    Nature · 5.4 km from the previous stop

    An uninhabited island off the coast of Callao that once served as a prison. Now quiet and deserted, it has a distinctive atmosphere.

  3. Evening
    Real Felipe Fortress

    Castles & palaces · 6.5 km from the previous stop

    A colonial-era fortress in Callao, built to protect the port and Lima from pirates. It now houses the Peruvian Army Museum, where visitors can view historic uniforms and weapons.

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