Things to do in La Serena

Chile·27 bookable experiences

La Serena sits in North Chile, Chile, and there are 27 bookable experiences there — tours, entry tickets, day trips and transfers. These are the ones Viator ranks highest, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card, so you can compare before you commit.

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Astronomy and Astrophotography Tour

4.8 (12)5h 30m

In the Elqui Valley, in the IV Region, there is a privileged Astronomical Center with almost 300 days of clear skies a year. It offers advanced astronomy tours with specialized guides in Spanish, who explain everything…

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Elqui Valley Boutique Stargazing Experience with Astrophotography

5h 30m

This experience stands out by offering a boutique stargazing journey in the Elqui Valley, one of the best places in the world for astronomy thanks to its exceptionally clear skies. Unlike large observatories with…

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Hiking Ladies Island/Sailing 3 Islands Humboldt Penguin Reserve

4.2 (14)10h

You will get to know one of the most beautiful islands on the southern Pacific coast and one of the areas with the greatest diversity of marine species. The borders of the Green North of Coquimbo and the beginnings of…

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Elqui Valley Tour: History and Flavors

4.9 (149)8h

Welcome to the Elqui Valley, a cultural treasure that awaits you with open arms! Embark on a unique journey where history and nature intertwine in spectacular ways. Discover the ancestral secrets of ancient indigenous…

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La Serena and Coquimbo Private City Tour Including Lunch, Shore Excursion

4.8 (5)6h 30m

7 hours tour. Explore the city of La Serena, Chile's second oldest city, full of history and colonial architectural elements that adorn their facades and streets, like churches, important buildings and The lighthouse of…

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Astronomical Observation Milky Way Sanctuary Pangue Observatory

3.7 (7)6h 30m

Pangue Observatory is probably the best Astrotourism Observatory in Chile, its privileged location at 1300 meters above sea level and the absence of light pollution teaches the universe, galaxies and stellar objects of…

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La Serena: Full day to Isla Damas & Humbolt Pinguino National Reserve

4.5 (11)8h

We head for north through the Panamerican Highway and cross a semi-desert like area. The road continues on a sloping ground from where we can observe several views of the rocky coast.

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Grand Tour Elqui Valley Cultural Treasures Mountains of Chile

4.7 (10)10h

The Elqui Valley is the most valuable cultural and mountain destination in Chile, creator of the most emblematic cultural treasures of our country. Its illuminated atmosphere allowed the creation and development of…

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Night walk with astro photography

4.8 (5)4h

Itinerary: We will pick you up at your accommodation to head towards the Puclaro reservoir, about 16 km from Vicuña, we will arrive at one of the villages surrounding the reservoir, here we will start walking. We will…

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Valley of Charm: Slopes, Petroglyphs and Shamanic Rituals

5.0 (1)7h 30m

The Valley of Enchantment is a marvelous place with a unique nature and numerous striking resources that surprised and enchanted thousands of years ago primitive nomadic tribes native to the Atlantic and the Amazon,…

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The Challe National Parks from La Serena – Pan de Azucar & Llanos

4.7 (3)16h

You will explore one of the most arid and beautiful deserts on the planet. We will travel from La Serena to the coast of the Atacama desert, crossing impressive landscapes of the pampas and the coast to find its…

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Classic Elqui Valley (Between vineyards and fruit trees)

4.9 (17)9h

We will visit the most picturesque places of this great Valley, which surrounds us with mysticism and relaxation. We will visit the Puclaro Reservoir, Vicuña and its attractions. We will know in a pisquera factory the…

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Elqui Valley and Vicuna Private Tour Including Lunch

4.4 (19)7h

This 6 HOURS tour will take you through the great Elqui Valley (Valle del Elqui) where you can find places with paths between vineyards and fruit trees, barren hills covered with vines and pisco factories (liquor…

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La Serena & Elqui Valley Ancient-Avant Garde Wines, Food & Piscos

5.0 (2)10h 30m

DE DE Chilean wine and pisco evolves from the oldest DE Chilean city, La Serena, to the oldest, most recognized and attractive DE cultural destination in the country, the Gran Valle del Elqui, a heavenly paradise of…

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La Serena: Visit to Mamalluca Observatory. Entraces & transport included.

3.3 (7)6h

At sunset we start our trip to the inner valley of Elqui, by crossing the San Isidro town, we will get The Mamalluca Amateur Observatory, this special place permits to make direct observations of the universe.

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Elqui Valley Tour with Pisco Tasting and Lunch

8h

This tour stands out by offering a complete and immersive journey through the Elqui Valley, one of Chile’s most scenic and culturally rich destinations. From breathtaking mountain landscapes to charming traditional…

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La Serena: Shuttle service from/to aiport LSC

5.0 (5)1h

One way transfer in La Serena city. Please select the option you need. Arrival service Departiure service

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Flowery Desert Tour Atacama Region from La Serena

4.5 (2)12h

This tour differs because it not only contemplates the observation of the Florid Desert in different landscapes, but also offers a box lunch in a natural oasis, the possibility of exploring the Llanos de Challe National…

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Elqui Valley Nature Immersion | Wellness & Sound Healing

5.0 (1)4h

More than a wellness activity, this is a deeply personal immersion into the natural rhythms of the Elqui Valley. Every experience is thoughtfully adapted to each guest and shared exclusively with one or two people,…

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La Serena and Coquimbo City Tour (SIB)

3.0 (2)3h

A spectacular view of Coquimbo Bay, the city and the port La Serena. Lookout as it will be an unforgettable memory of your stay in La Serena. Take a look at the beautiful gardens with trees that grow in abundance such…

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Whale Watching from La Serena Isla Chañaral Reserve & Lunch

9h 30m

This experience stands out by offering one of the best opportunities in Chile to observe fin whales, the second largest animal on Earth, in their natural habitat. Located in the remote and protected waters of Chañaral…

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Private Tour Flavors Wines and Mysteries of the Elqui Valley

8h 30m

This private tour offers a total immersion in the culture, flavors and mysteries of the Elqui Valley. Its unique value lies in: Exclusivity : Being 100% private, you enjoy each stop at your own pace with a dedicated…

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Hot springs in the Andes mountains

5.0 (1)12h

We will pick you up at your accommodation to take a journey to the majestic Andes mountain range. Our first stop will be in the remote town of Huanta, where we will enjoy breakfast at the last restaurant in the Valley.…

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4-Days Small Group Discover the Clearest Skies in the Desert at La Serena

4 days

Enjoy the magic of the desert climate in the north and the closeness of the fertile land of the central valley, where grapes are grown to produce amazing wines and piscos, all around the towns of La Serena and Coquimbo.…

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