La Serena Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Chile
About La Serena
The city is an important tourist site, especially during the summer, where people make it one of the most important vacation destinations in the country, mainly for its beaches, architecture, green areas and gastronomy. It is popularly recognized for the production of local papayas and their derivatives. During the rest of the year, its activity focuses on being a place for university studies, as it is the headquarters of the University of La Serena and the headquarters of several private universities. In addition, it is the seat of the Archdiocese of La Serena, one of the five Catholic archdioceses of Chile, and the economic capital of the region.
Top Attractions in La Serena
Explore the best things to see and do in La Serena:
- ★Archeological Museum
- ★Cathedral of San Bartolomé de La Serena
- ★Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory
- ★Church of La Merced
- ★Church of San Agustín
- ★Cinema
- ★Gabriel González Videla Historical Museum
- ★House of Providence
Where to Eat in La Serena
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Donde El Guaton
- 🍴El Bandido
- 🍴Fuente Liverpool
- 🍴Govinda`s Restaurant
- 🍴Los Pinos
- 🍴Restaurant Casona Dell 900
Where to Stay in La Serena
- 🏨Aji Verde Hostel
- 🏨Hostal El Arbol
- 🏨Hostal El Punto
- 🏨Hostal Maria Casa
- 🏨Residencial Jofré
La Serena Travel Guide Sections
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