Things to Do in Coquimbo

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Things to Do in Coquimbo


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  • jvelasqu
    Antofagasta Region, Chile89 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice beach with white sand, clear water and small tides. Kids really enjoy this place.
    On sundays is incredibly crowded, the road is narrow so you will be in the middle of horribe traffice jam.
    Perfect for surf.
    Written March 15, 2019
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  • FarFlungStarling
    Qualicum Beach, Canada1,014 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our cruise ship was stopping in Coquimbo and I had read about the Cross and wanted to see it but it was not offered in any of our shore excursions or those of the other large operators. We booked with a local tour group called Turismo Cochiguaz and had an excellent small group tour of all the local highlights including the Cross. The Third Millenium Cross is considered the tallest monument ( 83 metres ) in South America but it is located at the top of a hill in the middle of a barrio and there is no parking, so no large tour buses. Our small van dropped us off and went elsewhere to wait for us. The Cross is a monument to Catholicism and the turning of the new century. There is a ticket booth at the base and a small entrance fee. They did accept US dollars cash. Inside it has a Religious Art Museum, the largest Via Crucis (Way of the cross) in the world, with 15 stations, a chapel and bronze sculptures. The base of the monument is very open but there are multiple levels with stairs to access it and some don't have handrails. Most of the surfaces are concrete, some are quite rough and unfinished. I wouldn't recommend this if you have mobility issues. There are more stairs to different levels and view points and then tiny (3-4 people) slow elevators to take you up to the "arms" where you have the most spectacular view on a clear day. The chapel and the museum are really well done and the bronze sculptures and busts are exquisite. Photos are prohibited in the museum. There are washrooms tucked away down an alley at the base of the monument. I'm glad we made the effort to get there. It is quite a spectacular monument.
    Written May 28, 2019
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  • Juan Pablo R.
    55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A really beautiful religious temple located in the middle of Coquimbo city. It was built by a Moroccan King as a gift of fraternity beetwen the two nations. The inside has gorgeous hand-crafted wood walls and decorations. At the outside, there are beautiful sights of Coquimbo city and its bay.
    Written February 3, 2019
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  • SIBARITA0305
    Caracas, Venezuela750 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The fort was closed due to Covid-19.
    But we could see it from outside and the view of La Serena from here is amazing. We could see also a galleon that makes a tour of the bay.
    Written December 14, 2020
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  • Dan L
    Bunbury, Australia7,494 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Included in our tour, this is a very nice beach area with lovely views across the bay. Although it was a warm sunny day, there were very few beachgoers. We were informed of the damage caused by a tsunami, the warning system installed, property costs and much more. Some graffiti evident but nowhere near as extensive as in other cities visited. However, the beach was not nice enough to convert me to a leach lover.
    Written May 2, 2017
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  • nicolasopazo98
    Santiago, Chile10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    this place is amazing, not just the beach, the whole town is a jewel, the houses are like if you were in an old century and the people are so kind and friendly that you almost feel like if you were in home, the seafood that most of the restaurants offers is just delicious, indescribable.
    I completely recommended to a tour family and if you want to have one of the greatest meals on the town I recommend you to go to the restaurant Doña Ana.
    Written November 22, 2017
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  • Thomas P
    Clinton, Canada6 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Music often in casino from live performers helps raise the bar for a great casino. Lots of staff so no waiting for service or attention. Part of a large hotel and resort make the whole experience a fun one.
    Written January 13, 2016
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  • EcoBean
    Kennington, UK275 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Playa Penuelas has been brilliantly regenerated with plenty of shared space to allow visitors to walk from Coquimbo to La Serena on uninterrupted beach walk pavement. Brilliantly laid out, the infrastructure has had massive investment, and a great deal of thought put into this beach. Cyclists, pedestrians, dog walkers, skateboarders etc can all share the space to enjoy the sea, sun and sand. There is plenty of activity going on at all times of day, with aerobics and morning yoga on the purpose built exercise platforms, to beach volleyball competitions and gym facilities at regular intervals. There are a myriad of restaurants, cafe and coffee kiosks along the whole promenade. All in all a really great place to enjoy a slow stroll, a power walk or a more energetic jog/run along the coastline. We love it!
    Written March 2, 2024
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  • Brissy2
    Hervey Bay, Australia7,550 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Their stadium (Francisco Sanches Rumoroso Municipal Stadium) is mainly used for football (soccer) and was remodelled in 2008 for the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The new stadium is the shape of a ship – homage to its port and pirate lore. It has black & yellow seats – apparently some time ago they had a soccer game and the winner’s colours defined the stadium’s seating colours.
    Written December 14, 2018
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