
La Serena Travel Guide
Chile
La Serena is a coastal city in Chile with a population of 154,521. It sits on the country's northern-central coast and uses Chile's local time.
Most air travellers arrive through La Florida Airport (LSC), which serves the city. The coast is close to La Serena, although there are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres to single out for a nearby beach trip.
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Weather in La Serena
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Pays in CLP
Plug type Type C & Type L (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 133
Dial code +56
Tipping: Tipping is customary in Chile for good service. While not legally required, it is widely practiced, especially in the service industry. Bills in restaurants may already include "propina", but it is optional and can be adjusted.
Best time to visit La Serena
Jan
23°0Feb
23°0Mar
22°0Apr
20°1May
18°1Jun
17°3Jul
16°1Aug
17°3Sep
19°0Oct
19°1Nov
21°0Dec
22°1Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in La Serena
Estadio La Portada
football stadium
0.9 km
Faro Monumental
historic site
2.2 km
Catedral de La Serena
roman catholic place of worship
0.1 km
Museo Arqueologico de La Serena
history museum
0.5 km
Museo Histórico Gabriel González Videla
history museum
0.1 km
0.4 km
0.8 km
Arcángel Discotheque
dance club
0.8 km
Getting there
La Florida Airport · 4.9 km
Frequently asked Questions
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