Submarino O'Brien: A Dive into Chilean Naval History
Explore a real Chilean submarine and discover naval history at the Submarino O'Brien museum in Valdivia.
The Submarino O'Brien is a museum ship in Valdivia, Chile, offering a glimpse into the life and operations of a Cold War-era submarine. Built in Scotland in 1971 and commissioned into the Chilean Navy in 1976, it served for 25 years before being decommissioned and transformed into a museum in 2001.
A brief summary to Submarino O'Brien
- Valdivia, Los Ríos, CL
Local tips
- Check the opening hours before your visit, as they may vary seasonally.
- Consider taking a guided tour for a more in-depth understanding of the submarine's history.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be navigating small spaces inside the submarine.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Plaza de la República in central Valdivia, head southeast towards Calle Sargento Aldea. Turn left onto Calle Sargento Aldea and continue walking until you reach Av. Arturo Prat. Turn right and walk along Av. Arturo Prat for about 10 minutes. You will see the Museo Naval Submarino O' Brien located at Av. Arturo Prat 2-20 on your left.
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Public Transport
From the Plaza de la República, walk to the nearest bus stop located on Avenida Colón. Take a local bus heading towards Niebla. Inform the driver that you want to get off at the stop closest to Submarino O'Brien. Once you get off, continue walking along the riverbank until you reach Submarino O'Brien. The location is approximately a 10-minute walk from the bus stop. A single bus fare costs around 500-700 CLP.
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