Antofagasta, Chile · South America
Mejillones sits on the route: 1 hours from Antofagasta.
Mejillones is a town located in Antofagasta, Chile. With a population of 14,084, it is an important destination in South America.
On a road trip, Mejillones sits in Chile, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Santiago time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Mejillones to your route.
Mejillones is a Chilean port city and commune in Antofagasta Province in the Antofagasta Region. It is situated in the northern side of the Mejillones Peninsula, 60 km north of the city of Antofagasta. It has 14,084 inhabitants.
To the west, in the northern part of peninsula, is Punta Angamos, the site of the navalRead more
combat of the same name, fought during the War of the Pacific (1879-1883).
Mejillones is surrounded by the waters of the Pacific Ocean to the west and by the most arid desert in the world to the east, the Atacama Desert. It also marks the country's widest point (362 km) along a parallel.
The port of Mejillones has eight terminals which together stand for 7.1% of the annual tonnage of Chile's external trade as of 2024.
Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.
Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.
Compare before you book!
Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Mejillones.
Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Mejillones.
Mejillones offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.
Plan your road trip to Mejillones with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Mejillones as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Mejillones is located in Antofagasta, Chile, South America. The coordinates are -23.1000 latitude, -70.4470 longitude.
Mejillones has a population of approximately 14,084 people, making it a town in Chile.
Add to your itinerary
Start planning your road trip with Mejillones as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.
Start Road TripDiscover destinations like Tinder
Swipe through stunning destinations near Mejillones. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.
Year-round
Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.
Other places to explore near Mejillones.
Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.
Start Planning