10 Nov 2025
Iquique
ACTIVITIES:
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
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WORLD HERITAGE SITES
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NATURE AND ECOTOURISM
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SHOPPING
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CITY TOUR
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PARKS AND NATURE RESERVES
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
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PALEONTOLOGY AND ARCHEOLOGY
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OBSERVATION OF FLORA, FAUNA, AND LANDSCAPES
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CASINOS
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CULTURAL SPACES
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OUTDOOR LIFE
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RURAL TOURISM
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URBAN TOURISM
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HOT SPRINGS
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ASTROTOURISM
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WINE AND FOOD FESTIVALS
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ADVENTURE AND SPORTS
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GASTRONOMIC NEIGHBORHOODS
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NIGHTLIFE
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MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCES
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CHILEAN ARTISTS
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WINE AND GASTRONOMY
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AIR ADVENTURES
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HANDICRAFTS
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TYPICIAL CUISINE
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NAUTICAL EXPERIENCES
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TYPICAL CELEBRATIONS
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CULTURE AND HERITAGE
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MORE ADVENTURE
Updated on 21 de November, 2025
Beaches, history, and urban life
Iquique is the perfect combination of the world’s most arid desert and the Pacific Ocean. Its location gives it a pleasant climate all year round, ideal for enjoying its beaches and hundreds of outdoor activities. Cavancha Beach is perfect for swimming, surfing, and bodyboarding, as well as having a wide variety of dining options around it.
To learn about its culture, explore the Historic Quarter, whose magnificent wooden buildings evoke the glorious era of saltpeter. And a visit to the Humberstone and Santa Laura saltpeter works is a must. They were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and are essential witnesses to Chile’s industrial history.
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Plan your trip to Iquique
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Santiago
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Iquique
How to get there
How to get there by air
You must travel to Diego Aracena International Airport (IIQ), which receives direct flights from Santiago (2 hours). From the air terminal, located 45 km away, take a taxi or a transfer service to reach the city center in 40 to 45 minutes.
How to get there by land
From Santiago, you must drive along Route 5 North, a journey of 1,800 km (24 hours without stops). You can make the trip in your own vehicle or take an intercity bus. If you drive, plan your stops. You can also access by land from Bolivia through the Colchane Pass, following Route 15-CH.
Must-Know Tips
Iquique is a city known for its sunny days, so it is essential to wear glasses, light clothing, sunscreen, and a hat to protect yourself from UV rays. Plan your transfers and tours in advance to make the most of your visit. Don’t forget your swimsuit and dare to try the local cuisine.
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