Chancay is a coastal district in Huaral province, in the Lima region of Peru, sitting on the Pacific coast roughly 75-78 km north of downtown Lima along the Pan-American Highway North.
Quick orientation
- Country: Peru
- Region: Lima
- Province: Huaral
- Approximate coordinates: around 11.57° S, 77.27° W (check a live map app for precise navigation)
- Distance from Lima: about 75-78 km, roughly 1.5-2 hours by road depending on traffic
How to search for it on a map
Search "Chancay, Huaral, Peru" rather than just "Chancay" — there is also a place called Chancay in Peru's Cajamarca region, unrelated to this coastal district and its port.
What you will find nearby
The historic Chancay Castle overlooking the bay, the Chancay Megaport terminal on the coastline, and the town's Plaza de Armas at the center of the urban area.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Chancay close to Lima?
- Yes, about 75-78 km north of downtown Lima, roughly 1.5-2 hours by road.
- Is there more than one place called Chancay in Peru?
- Yes — there is also a Chancay in the Cajamarca region, unrelated to this coastal district near Lima.