10 Specialty Museums in Valparaiso Region That You Shouldn't Miss

1rst Aeromodelism Museum in Chile and the only one. A lot of models.

This four-story home, offering 360 degree views of the city, is highlighted by "the jar of smoke," a round, post-modern fireplace designed by Neruda himself.

This charming home of the famous Chilean poet overlooks the Pacific and contains unusual collections, the tuxedo he wore when accepting the 1971 Nobel Prize and the simple burial plot of Neruda and his wife.

Originally the home of the wealthy Délano family in the early 20th century, this impressive building was acquired by the local Municipal Authorities in 1985, and converted into a museum. Focus in two principal collections is a natural history department dedicated to Chile's native fauna and flora; and an archaeological department offering a permanent display related to the indigenous peoples of Northern Chile, the Aconcagua region and the Mapuche in the south of the country. The museum also houses one of the most important collections in the world related to Easter Island, including the only genuine Moai statue in the whole of continental Chile, outside in the museum garden. Guided tours are available in both Spanish and English.

Located in the Casablanca Valley, one of the Great Wine Capitals; this favored land is the site of a novel form of enotourism, a unique, pioneering innovation which builds on the family heritage to give all wine enthusiasts an unforgettable experience. In an informal educational context, find out more about wine history and chilean traditional customs. Enjoy a full program of activities in a true country setting, directed by experts at this marvelous estancia. An unforgettable place and outing, only minutes away from santiago and valparaiso.