Fortress of the real felipe

Fortress · Callao

Fortress of the real felipe

Fortress · Callao

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Plaza Independencia, Callao 07021, Peru

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Historic fortress defending Lima, with museums, ocean views, and history  

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Plaza Independencia, Callao 07021, Peru Get directions

museos.cultura.pe
@museodelejercitorealfelipe

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Plaza Independencia, Callao 07021, Peru Get directions

+51 1 4290532
museos.cultura.pe
@museodelejercitorealfelipe

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wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance

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Oct 26, 2025

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"Fortaleza Real Felipe and the Callao District Callao has been one of the most important ports in South America since the colonial era. This seaside district of Lima still echoes a rich maritime history, and historically-minded visitors will find much to explore. Be sure to check out the 18th-century Real Felipe Fortress, which was built to defend the area from pirates. The Naval Museum also provides a fascinating look into the region's past. Afterward, take a walk through the La Punta neighborhood, which maintains a timeless, laid-back feeling with its beautiful beach and its bevy of restaurants."

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Hubert Pro Studios

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A great fort to visit and learn the history. Although the neighborhood around it may be a bit discoursing to walk but as long if your around the entrance and maintain inside the fortress there is no danger to be afraid of. There is a lot of school trips visiting this site and I enjoyed learning the history and seeing the foundation itself.

Mason Stoecker

Google
A fascinating historical fortress that seems to be still actively in use. Not very stroller friendly but some really fascinating quarters and military equipment. There are also miniatures of Lima and the surrounding area before the urbanization.

Martin González

Google
Our visit of Royal Fortress of Felipe included a tour of three out of five torreones and included depth explanation of history and background of the site. Our guide was professional and friendly and responded well to all of our questions.

VIPUL TALWARIA

Google
The fort is situated in Callao district near to sea. It was built after the deadly earthquake of Callao in 1746 to defend the main port of Lima city from pirates or so. The name of the fortress was chosen to honor the Spanish king Felipe V from the House of Bourbon, who had recently died. The construction completed in 1774. It is currently the Peruvian Army Museum, displaying historical uniforms, weapons and other military paraphernalia. The fort has witnessed some paranormal activities as well. The views from the fort are really beautiful. Entrance costs 12 soles and group guide is available at 4 soles per person but only in Spanish.

Kevin Kemple

Google
Cool historical monument! Would recomend visiting if your in Lima

Nas Sol

Google
The less visited part of Lima. A nice walk around the fort grounds and good tour taking you back to the history of the port and access into the mainland.

Krunoslav Marunic

Google
Firstly, it's in a very run down part of town and the Uber driver warned us it's not safe to walk around the outside of the fort. Come early as it's difficult to get an Uber back to downtown Lima afterwards. Have the exact amount of cash on hand for the entrance fee as they don't always have change for larger bills and they don't take credit cards. But the fort is very interesting and you can explore almost everywhere by yourself. Very much worth a visit. It's very exposed, so on a sunny day bring sun screen.

Chogtham Biharisingh

Google
Exhibition of old military guns etc unfortunately no English only Spanish