Cities Near Lima
Cities near Lima, Peru: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Callao, Chosica, Huacho. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Lima, Peru is Callao, about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 21 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CallaoHistoric port and island fort | 6 mi / 10 km | 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| ChosicaSunny Andean-foothills retreat | 23 mi / 36 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| HuachoCoastal town and beaches | 76 mi / 122 km | 1 hr 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Huaral | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tarma | 100 mi / 161 km | 2 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Cerro de Pasco | 108 mi / 175 km | 2 hr 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Chincha Alta | 112 mi / 180 km | 2 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Huancayo | 123 mi / 198 km | 2 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Pisco | 128 mi / 206 km | 2 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Huánuco | 155 mi / 250 km | 3 hr 37 min | 47 min | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Lima
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Callao, Chosica, Huacho, Huaral. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Lima
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Tarma, Cerro de Pasco, Chincha Alta, Huancayo, Pisco. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Lima include Callao, Chosica, Huacho, Huaral, Tarma. The closest is Callao, about 6 miles (10 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.