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Arica Fish Market

29 Reviews

#26 of 60 things to do in Arica

Shopping, Flea & Street Markets

Calle Maximo Lira, Arica, Chile

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“Fine place in fine city (sea animals free of charge)”

If you want enjoy animal life and spare your money go to Arica fishing port,you can see excelent... read more

Reviewed January 18, 2017

shamot2014

Loket, Czech Republic

“Nice for kids”

As it is often cloudy in the morning this is a nice way to fill the morning waiting for beach... read more

Reviewed February 19, 2015

peruvianalex

peru

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4.0 29 reviews

Excellent37%
Very good43%
Average17%
Poor3%
Terrible0%

Feb 11, 2018

“Highlight of Arica”

Mar 2, 2017

“There is Something FISHY Going on here.”

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Calle Maximo Lira, Arica, Chile

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Brittany_11_10

Los Angeles, California

837384

Reviewed February 11, 2018

Highlight of Arica

I loved the fish market so much, I went both days I was in Arica. (Granted, the second day it was really more to show my newfound friend, but still, I enjoyed it just the same on Day 2 b/c we were treated to a...More

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Jnanayog

St. John's, Canada

679136

Reviewed March 2, 2017 via mobile

There is Something FISHY Going on here.

If you are visiting Arica and like to have a meal of fresh fish at some restaurant then it is here in this Market that the fish would have first arrived from the Ocean. The market is not as large as you would from no...More

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shamot2014

Loket, Czech Republic

207

Reviewed January 18, 2017

Fine place in fine city (sea animals free of charge)

If you want enjoy animal life and spare your money go to Arica fishing port,you can see excelent see lions,see birds and colection of local fishes,totaly free.Easy you can make nice pictures, meet plenty local people of all race types(white creols,mestizos and native indians),from everywhere...More

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CaptainKuddles

Miami, Florida

402155

Reviewed September 13, 2016

Had a Lot of Fun Watching the Pelicans and Seals

You can take a walk and see the fishing boats coming in and unloading their fish. If you live in Arica this is where you go to know the fish you are going to eat is Fresh. There are various ladies cutting the fish and...More

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TravelingGypsea

142

Reviewed August 1, 2016 via mobile

Weekend in Arica!

I have traveled to Arica twice to renew my visa in Peru. Both times I have had ceviche from the market and it's seriously the best. Even if you think you don't like ceviche you have to try it. I recommend bringing some crackers or...More

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Richard M

21830

Reviewed April 9, 2016

The Fish Market of Old

This is where the locals and port workers come to buy fish or to each a ceviche lunch. It is far from "elegant" and to some it may well be a complete turn off. To me, it is a delight. The fish are so fresh...More

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peruvianalex

peru

2520

Reviewed February 19, 2015

Nice for kids

As it is often cloudy in the morning this is a nice way to fill the morning waiting for beach weather. The pelicans and sea lions are great to watch.

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Denis D

Vancouver, Canada

11150

Reviewed April 13, 2013

Great walk and interesting site.

We loved our walk around the market, the booths and small eateries. Lots to see and experience, pelicans and sea lions were within touching distance. This is a very rustic area, full of locals with great photo opportunities.

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MickHuerta

Pucallpa, Peru

126205

Reviewed December 20, 2011

Freshest Chilean Ceviche!

In the Fish Market of Arica there are some amazing sellers of the freshest fish & seafood. It makes for a great stroll and opportunity to take in all the Pacific has to offer, but it doesn't stop there. This is the place to sample...More