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Callao Museums & Heritage

Callao’s maritime identity is showcased through the 18th-century Real Felipe Fortress and the Naval Museum, which houses artifacts from the War of the Pacific. Visitors can tour the interior of the Abtao submarine and explore the urban art galleries of Monumental Callao. The district also features specialized collections dedicated to naval aviation, firefighting history, and interactive science exhibits at the Parque de la Imaginación.

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Real Felipe Fortress

The Real Felipe Fortress was built to defend the main Peruvian port and the city of Lima from pirates and corsairs during colonial times.
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Monumental Callao

Urban art project featuring contemporary galleries and street art within restored historic buildings.
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Museo de Sitio Naval Submarino

Guided tours inside the decommissioned BAP Abtao submarine, showcasing the engine room, torpedo tubes, and crew quarters.
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Museo Naval del Perú

Chronicles Peruvian maritime history with artifacts from the War of the Pacific and personal items belonging to Admiral Miguel Grau.
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Museo Naval del Perú

Chronicles Peruvian maritime history with artifacts from the War of the Pacific and personal items belonging to Admiral Miguel Grau.
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Museo de la Fuerza de Aviacion Naval

Displays historical aircraft and equipment used by the Peruvian Navy's aviation division.
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Museo del Petróleo

Displays the history of Peru's oil industry, including extraction technology and geological exhibits.
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Museo del Petróleo

Displays the history of Peru's oil industry, including extraction technology and geological exhibits.
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Interactive Imagination Museum

Not only for kids: this museum will enchant you very quickly. Fully interactive exhibits explaining basic scientific principles.
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Centro Cultural Juvenil

Local cultural space hosting art exhibitions and community workshops.
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Museo Memoria Coronel Leoncio Prado

Dedicated to the War of the Pacific hero, Leoncio Prado, featuring military relics and historical documents.
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Museo Compañía de Bomberos Voluntarios Italia N° 5

Showcases vintage fire engines, antique equipment, and the history of one of Callao's first volunteer fire brigades.
Real Felipe Fortress
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Monumental Callao
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Museo de Sitio Naval Submarino

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