La SerenaFree things to do in La Serena
12 places in La Serena you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.
Free museums & galleries in La Serena
- Casa de Gabriela Mistral Las PalmerasAvenida Francisco de Aguirre
- Museo ArqueológicoGregorio CordovezTue–Fri 09:30-17:30 · Sat 10:30-17:30
Free landmarks & monuments in La Serena
- Faro Monumental La SerenaAvenida del Mar
- Francisco de Aguirre
- Sitio de Memoria Ex Cuartel de la Central Nacional de Informaciones
- Sitio Paleoindio de Asentamiento y Necrópolis El Olivar
Free parks & viewpoints in La Serena
- Elqui River Urban Wetland510 Avenida PacíficoOpen 24/7
- Parque Jardín del CorazónMon–Sun 10:00-19:45
- Parque Municipal Gabriel Coll DalmauTue–Thu 08:30-17:30 · Fri 08:30-16:30 · Sat–Sun 11:00-17:30
- Parque Pedro de Valdivia
- Plaza de Armas
- Coquimbo Bay WHSRN Site
When museums in Chile open free entry
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Free & cheap tours in La Serena
A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.
Tickets for attractions in La Serena, booking ahead skips the queue.
Answers to your questions
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