City: Coquimbo Region
Top Things to do in Coquimbo Region
Top 10 Things to do 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. Dona Josefa de Elqui - Pisco Artesanal
Overall Ratings
5 based on 80 reviews
Traditional cellars used for the elaboration of pisco
Reviewed By Haig B - Brighton, United Kingdom
Small distillery that seems to be new to giving tours. Sadly the owner only speaks Spanish though he was more than happy to show us around through their very hands-on process through a bit of sign language and interpretation.
Lovely guy!
'Tour and a taste' is free - takes about 15 mins. Just shows you what they do without all the history that you'll hear at all the other tours anyway.
Pisco was really good too.
2. Mundo Caballo
Overall Ratings
5 based on 153 reviews
By four generations we have lived and worked together with our horses. Come to live an experience riding or participate in traditional activities and enjoy the countryside in the Valle del Elqui, in day and night. Join us as we visited those from countries around the world and cities of Chile.WELCOME!
Reviewed By Villa_Adriatica - Supetar
One of my best life experiences. It is hard to describe, but the views, horses, colors and fragrances of these Mountains make this horseback ride - Just Magical.
Marcello is the 4th generation of this wonderful family (father still lives on the ranch) taking care of the horses and making this ride available for all generations, i would say 7 - 77! This one is NOT TO MISS. If you are in Chile - call Marcello and arrange your daily trip or even overnight in the Mountains (on my wishlist).
3. Valle del Elqui
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4.5 based on 1 reviews
This beautifully landscaped valley is rumored to be linked with extraterrestrial activity throughout the years.
4. Isla Damas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 752 reviews
Reviewed By ochassot - Santa Ana, Costa Rica
The trip to Isla Damas and the Humbold Penguin National Park is a must if you love the sea and its creatures: you will see sea otters, penguins, dolphins, whales and many other beautiful species. Landscapes are beautiful.
5. Planetario Natural Alfa Aldea
Overall Ratings
5 based on 183 reviews
Located two kilometres from the city of Vicuna and overlooking nine hectares of beautiful and prolific vineyards you can find the 'Alfa Aldea' Natural Planetarium. In this splendid place you can enjoy an unforgettable stellar experience, a different concept of astronomical observation. Our intention is to be always in touch with nature, mirroring the way the first, ancient astronomers watched the skies. The modern astronomical facilities are located in the middle of the vineyards; in order to provide superior service and ensure a wonderful astronomical experience to our visitors a ground-level Amphitheatre has been built with a Seating capacity of 50 people. The design of the aforementioned building allows the installation of our last-generation telescopes of 10", 12" and 16" inches. All extra accessories (ocular lens suitcases and filters) are included and are available for the tour guide. Personalized tours are available in English and Spanish languages.
Reviewed By Wabisabi101 - San Francisco, California
This family-run Observatory provides an excellent overview of basic star science, plus ample viewing of stars and planets, along with wine from the vineyard, a little soup and a snack. Fernanda, s getting her masters in astronomy at the University of La Serena, and does a wonderful job of explaining and hosting the event. They have several large telescopes. We saw the rings of Saturn, the rotating twins of Alpha Centauri, and many other wonders. Dress warmly!
6. Valle del Elqui
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By HotelierJohn - Ontario, Canada
The entire Elqui valley is popular with Chileans. Most international tours include only Santiago and the extremes of Chile (the Atacama desert, glacier country, and Tierra del Fuego). Elqui is special, and within manageable driving distance of Santiago. The star viewing can be just as good as Atacama -- and there is still something green (and wet) in the scenery!
7. Jardin del Corazon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 579 reviews
Reviewed By Jnanayog - St. John's, Canada
Our 3rd visit in 4 years and hope it's not the last. When you can find such a tranquil and beautiful Garden in what is primarily a touristic Beach Town, it gives you an additional reason to want to return. One does not have to have a vegetable and/or floral garden to appreciate this specific space. The Garden is a donation from 2 large Japanese Company's. Within the Garden one can meet some of the principles of Feng Shui face to face and if you are a Senior you get a discounted entrance price.
8. Pisquera Aba Oficial
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 236 reviews
Boutique company that produces pisco since 1921 in the Elqui Valley. Crafted from hand harvested muscat grapes of great aromatic quality. Each end of summer, the fruit is first turned into wine to be distilled in ancient copper still pots in a double distillation process. After 12 to 24 months of maturation, the spirit is blended with ultra pure water to adjust alcoholic strength to 40% in a step
Reviewed By dkbe - Walldorf, Germany
We enjoyed the free tour (in Spanish) a lot, the guide mixed information and jokes in a nice way. Bought 2 bottles of Pisco, which are very good and not too expensive (the high-end product 10,000CLP for 500ml). I also recommend to walk back from...MoreMuchas Gracias por su visita y también por su comentario le esperamos.
9. Fundo Los Nichos
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4.5 based on 430 reviews
Reviewed By Immie M
This is a truly amazing place. One of the oldest existing Distilleries.
During the guided tour, they tell you everything about the origin, the process, quality etc. you will experience the whole process and visit special places in the 'house'.
Before this visit pisco was just pisco,without any difference. Now I know the value of a good artisan pisco.
This place is easy to visit by bicycle from the Pisco Elqui town. In the afternoon they have guided tours every hour.
10. Punta Choros
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 524 reviews
Reviewed By chitownsam - Chicago, Illinois
We took a van (tour) to Punta Choros. We didn't have to deal with any logistics. There are buses which will take you here from La Serena. We arrived on a December weekday morning. The area was completely deserted other than the couple of people selling items on the pier and the several people who were going to take us on the boat tour to Isla Damas and Isla Choros. There is a paid bathroom as well as a paid shower available but the couple of stores and restaurants were closed. I don't know when they open. There was only the one boat tour while we were there. Be sure to check to see when/if they are operating if you are to venture here on your own.
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