City: Coquimbo Region
Top Things to do in Coquimbo Region
The 10 Best Museums in Coquimbo Region, Chile
The Coquimbo Region (Spanish: IV Región de Coquimbo, pronounced [koˈkimbo]) is one of Chile's 15 first order administrative divisions. It is some 400 km north of the capital, Santiago.
Restaurants in Coquimbo Region
1. Museo del Limari
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
2. Observatorio Galileo
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
This astronomical observatory was conceived to give its visitors an exclusive and high level service, with very powerful and last generation equipment guided by highly qualified personnel and with the necessary comforts to achieve an unforgettable experience.
3. Gemini Observatory
4. Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By judythr
This was a remarkably informative experience. I was lucky to be on a Spanish/English tour because I got to hear everything twice. So much to take in! Kadur has worked at Tololo since he was 23 (maybe in his 50's now). He beams with enthusiasm when sharing in depth about the telescope, the recent developments in astronomy....all of it. Though it was a day-time experience, I learned far more than at the Pangue Observatory. Tololo may become outdated because of the soon-to-be-completed observatory near Antofagasta. But I found the tour to be fascinating!
5. Observatorio Cruz del Sur
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
6. Observatorio del Pangue
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4.5 based on 154 reviews
Astronomical Observatory offering guided Tours, as well as telescope renting programmes for advanced astronomers. Several large telescopes offered, ranging from 16 inches to 28 inches of aperture, and away from city lights. Groups strictly limited to 10 people per night, so booking in advance is requested. Transfert to the observatory (17km) included. Open every night except around Full Moon dates, all year long. Programmes performed in english, french, and spanish.
Reviewed By stork90 - Mount Juliet, United States
We greatly enjoyed our 2 hour tour of the night sky, and had all our questions answered completely by the two astronomers. There was a group of 4 French speaking tourists, and the 2 of us for English. We were picked up promptly at 2045 by the minivan, and driven 30 minutes into the mountains outside town. We saw a binary star, nebulae, "space gas" (forgive my ignorance of correct terms), a dying star and other gorgeous sights and constellations.The sky was clear and we had nearly 2 hours of great viewing of the Milky Way before the sky started to lighten with the rising moon behind the mountains. Fantastic tour and definitely worth every CLP!
7. Cielo Sur Observatory
8. Observatorio Andino Chakana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Andean Touristic Observatory in the heart of Pisco Elqui village, with the widest panoramic view between giant mountains. Two telescopes: a Schmidt-Cassegrain of 11" & a Refractor of 6" (the jewel for demanding ones) to observ this beautifull starry sky. Astro Tour, Astrophotography & Night Picture.
9. Centro Turistico Cooperativa Capel
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4.5 based on 221 reviews
Porque queremos cuidarte, y por motivos de la contingencia sanitaria cerramos nuestro Centro Turístico hasta nuevo aviso, estaremos preparándonos para volver con el cariño y cordialidad de siempre. Apertura y más información será comunicada por nuestras redes sociales.
Reviewed By Andypose - Buenos Aires, Argentina
We walked from Vicuña and were offered a tour within 30 minutes in English or Spanish. We paid for the Capel tour (4000 pesos) and were really surprised by its great value. It included a 45 minute tour, 2 piscos to taste and a free glass. We really enjoyed our tour with Rafaela. She was very informed and taught us a lot about Pisco. We definitely recommend a visit.
10. Museo Entomologico de Vicuna
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By good_ants - Santiago, Chile
The "other museum" across town wasn't letting us in (even though it was dead quiet), so we strolled over to see this little one in central Vicuna. We "dropped a dollar" in the cup and gawked, squirmed and giggled at the interesting collection of insects, fossils, and models in this great museum. Definitely worth a visit that won't last an hour, just on the corner of the main square ('plaza de armas') in little, old Vicuna.
