Iquique –Relax in Chile’s Beach City
Iquique, Chile is more than just a port city in the northern part of the country. It is also a beautiful beach city with a historic center. It offers the perfect balance of relaxation and culture. Relax by the beautiful beaches or get immersed in the city’s culture through the beautifully preserved historic center. Here, there’s no sense of being in a rush. It is the perfect getaway from a busy life, providing a relaxing atmosphere for both locals and tourists alike. The nearest airport is only 37 minutes from the city center, the Diego Aracena International Airport.
Best Time to Visit
One of the best things about planning a trip to Iquique is that it is an all-season destination. The city’s temperate climate is perfect any day of the year. However, the cooler times to visit would be around January to March or in December when the temperature drops to a comfortable level. The temperature never exceeds 26 degrees throughout the year in Iquique.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Visit the city’s most popular beach, the Cavancha Beach. It is also the busiest beach in the city because of its massive size. While it can get pretty busy with tourists, it’s easy to find a spot that’s not too near the crowd. Relive history and learn of the city’s past by visiting the Corbeta Esmeralda Museum. Lastly, for a unique experience visit the ghost town of Humberstone and Santa Laura. After all that exploration, rest well in any of the comfortable rooms at the Hotel Spark Suites Iquique. The Terrado Arturo Pat offers a swimming pool, an in-house restaurant and fitness center. The Terrado Cavancha is also nearby and has an incredible view of the sea and an outdoor pool.