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Chile

Antofagasta / Where copper meets the sea

MeowScore 😼77/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

October

Ideal temperature, beautiful nature display.

🌞
january

Experience the summer heat at the beaches of Antofagasta. 🏖️🔥

🐫
february

Explore the Atacama Desert while enjoying pleasant temperatures. 🏜️🌅

🏃🏻‍♂️
march

Attend the world-renowned Antofagasta International Marathon. 🏃🏻‍♀️🏅

🐣
april

Visit the vibrant Easter festivities that blend Christian and indigenous traditions. 🎉🐰

🤓
may

Discover the city's rich history in the Antofagasta Regional Museum. 🏛️📚

👀
june

Observe the annual whale migration from scenic viewpoints. 🐳🌊

🎉
july

Participate in the lively celebrations of Antofagasta's founding anniversary. 🎂🎊

🌬️
august

Enjoy the mild winter climate and seafood delicacies at the port. 🐟🍴

🎶
september

Attend the National Folklore Festival showcasing Chilean traditions. 🎭🎵

🌼
october

Witness the stunning display of desert flowers in the nearby Pampa del Tamarugal. 🌸🌵

🏖️
november

Explore the natural wonders of La Portada, a natural arch formation on the coast. 🌊🏞️

🎅
december

Enjoy the festive Christmas lights and music in the city center. 🎄🎁

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Antofagasta's shopping and economic situation is neither too cheap nor too expensive. Tourists can find a range of options for shopping and activities, but some prices may be higher than expected.

Look for local markets for cheaper souvenirs and try street food instead of fancy restaurants to save money.

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

short stopover

Usual visit duration

2-4 days

short stopover

Antofagasta is often a transit point to other destinations in northern Chile.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Antofagasta

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Antofagasta

Cash is widely accepted, credit cards are also common. Splitting the bill and rounding up the amount is appreciated.

internet situation

good Speed

Decent speed but could be faster

great Availability

Widespread availability in the city

great Cellular

Good coverage with major carriers

Electric socket type C

Common in Europe, South America, and Asia. Non-grounded, 2-pin plug, accepts Type C & Type E&F (non-grounded variant).

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biking hostile

Limited bike infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate sidewalks and traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Not great, but improving

The adventurous cat prowls Antofagasta's salt flats, with sandy paws and a sly grin.

Culture vultures can perch at the historic Huanchaca ruins, while the lazy cat can lounge on the beaches.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Museo Ruinas de Huanchaca
🌌
Cerro Paranal Observatory
🌳
Parque Nacional Morro Moreno
🏃
Paseo del Mar
🌎
La Portada

The mainstream

💻
Museo Ruinas de Huanchaca

Cats can learn about the history of Antofagasta's mining industry at this fascinating museum, which is located in an old refinery.

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🌌
Cerro Paranal Observatory

This astronomical observatory offers cats a chance to stargaze and contemplate the vastness of the universe.

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🌳
Parque Nacional Morro Moreno

Cats can explore the unique flora and fauna of this national park, which boasts a variety of cacti and other desert plants.

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🏃
Paseo del Mar

This scenic boardwalk provides cats with a refreshing sea breeze and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.

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🌎
La Portada

This natural rock arch rises magnificently from the sea, creating a breathtaking view for cats to enjoy.

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Off the beaten path

1
Trevelin Zoo
2
Estadio Regional de Antofagasta
3
Galería Cima
4
Ruinas de Huanchaca
5
La Portada

Off the beaten path

1
Trevelin Zoo

Cat's pajamas! Small zoo with a variety of cat-some animals, including big cats such as tigers and lions. The perfect spot for cat-loving visitors. 🐯🐾🦁

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Estadio Regional de Antofagasta

Cat's meow! The biggest cat-letic venue in the city, regularly used for football matches. The pawfect place for a cat to show off their athletic skills. ⚽️🐾🏟️

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3
Galería Cima

Cat's whiskers! Art gallery with cat-lectic mix of contemporary and traditional Chilean art. The purrfect place to discover new feline artists. 🎨🐾😻

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4
Ruinas de Huanchaca

Cat's pyjamas! Abandoned silver foundry with cat-tractive brick buildings and industrial scenery. It's like a real-life cat-stle. 🏭🐾🏰

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5
La Portada

Cat's meow! Natural stone arch that looks like a giant cat gazing over the ocean. Purrrfect spot for cat-meras and cat-naps. 🐾📷😴

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biking hostile

Limited bike infrastructure

walkable -ish

Moderate sidewalks and traffic

LGBTQ hostile

Not great, but improving

Mindful meoweler tips

Aquatic Adventures at La Portada

Cat tourists can take a dip or observe the wildlife (sea lions, pelicans, fish) in the natural rock arch. Don't forget sunscreen and water!

Street Art Safari

Take a walk downtown and admire the myriad of murals painted by local and international artists. Don't miss the famous 'Hands of the Desert' sculpture nearby.

Starry Nights at the Atacama Desert

Cat stargazers can take a tour to the world-renowned astronomical observatories in the world's driest desert, and contemplate the mysteries of the universe.

Useful external sites

www.chile.travel/en

Visit Chile↗

Official tourism website of Chile

www.antofagastaturismo.cl/en

Antofagasta Tourism↗

Tourism website for Antofagasta city

www.booking.com/city/cl/antofagasta.en-gb.html

Booking.com↗

Website for booking accommodations in Antofagasta

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