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Located on the oceanfront just minutes away from the city's business district, Radisson Antofagasta is the perfect place to stay for your Atacama travel experience, whether you're here on business or for leisure. On your next visit, be sure to visit the Antofagasta attractions in Chile near our stunning hotel. From the Pacific Ocean to the nearby desert to the city of San Pedro de Atacama, we highly recommend extending your Atecama travel time for one or two days in order to enjoy the unique variety of sights and sounds that this region has to offer.
Barrio Historico Those who stay at Antofagasta hotels near Atacama desert can see the city's 1872 national monument, Muelle Salitrero, and the famous pier used for transporting soldiers during the Pacific War and for exporting saltpeter.
Centro Urbano The downtown area showcases the beautiful, Gothic Antofagasta Cathedral and new Teatro Municipal in the Plaza Colon, along with Torre del Reloj, a national monument clock tower that looks like Big Ben and the Quiosco de la Oquesta, where you can often see choirs performing.
Chuquicamata Copper Mine Copper is a major natural resource in this region. Located in the Atacama desert, Chuquicamata is the world's biggest open-pit copper mine.
La Portada de Antofagasta Don't leave the city without visiting this natural rock formation on the coast that is a must-see for Antofagasta travelers.
Puerto Antofagasta Groups who fill out a Visit Application can make an appointment for an hour-long tour of the large port for which the city is known.
San Pedro de Atacama This small oasis town of 2,500 inhabitants, nestled in the foothills of the Andes Mountains, is one of Chile's most important archaeological sites. Excursions to magical locations such as the "Valley of the Moon" and El Tatio Geysers, which shoot higher than any other geysers in the world during the early morning hours, are highly recommended activities for your Atacama travel experience.
Universidad de Antofagasta 055-637183 ; 055-637184 Av Angamos 601 Antofagasta While you're here, check out this university, one of Chile's most exciting places to learn.