Top Things to do in Valparaiso Region
Top Hotels in Valparaiso Region
- 1. Sheraton Miramar Hotel & Convention Center
- 2. Pullman Vina del Mar San Martin (Ex Atton)
- 3. Hotel Bosque de Renaca
- 4. Radisson Blu Acqua Hotel & Spa Concon
- 5. Sheraton Miramar Hotel & Convention Center
- 6. Best Western Marina Del Rey
- 7. Hotel Bosque de Renaca
- 8. El Copihue
- 9. Novotel Vina del Mar
- 10. Hotel Oceanic
The 10 Best Things to Do in Valparaiso Region, Chile
Discover the best top things to do in Valparaiso Region, Chile including Kingston Family Vineyards, Casa/ Museo de Pablo Neruda, Tour Isla Negra - Day Tours, Villa Victoria, Vina Casa Marin Winery, Jardin Botanico Nacional, Playa de Zapallar, Parque Nacional La Campana, Ski Portillo, Playa El Canelillo.
Restaurants in Valparaiso Region
1. Kingston Family Vineyards
Overall Ratings
5 based on 242 reviews
In the early 1900s, mining engineer C.J. Kingston left his home in Michigan looking for gold in Chile. While he never found it, his search yielded a cattle ranch in Casablanca Valley. Generations later, his descendants are showing the same pioneering spirit in exploring new frontiers in Chilean winemaking. Growing red wine grapes in a valley known for whites, Kingston Family Vineyards has been hailed as Winery of the Year by Wine & Spirits Magazine.
Reviewed By Kate A - Cambridge, Massachusetts
From the start (driving down the palm-lined road) to the end (relaxing on the beautiful outdoor veranda) our visit to the Kingston Family Vineyard was outstanding! We were greeted by two enthusiastic and adorable guides-Aubrey and Kevin. They lead our wine tasting with lots of...MoreThanks so much for visiting Kingston! It was a pleasure hosting you and showing you around the fields and cellar - so glad you were able to join us. We hope to see you again and hope you enjoy the Old Corral Club!
2. Casa/ Museo de Pablo Neruda
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 634 reviews
Reviewed By kim o - Santiago, Chile
Isla Negra is the last house he lived in before he died and it's where he was finally laid to rest - overlooking the sea. The location is beautiful, the house is unique and in keeping with his passion for ships. Neruda was a collector of things which are displayed through out the house. A separate section was added to display the many seashells he collected from around the globe. It is well worth the visit. If you want to avoid long lines it's advisable to get there early. Even if you have to wait you can spend time down at the shore or wander through the artists selling their wares along the path to the house or in the Cafe Restaurante Rincon del Poeta.
3. Tour Isla Negra - Day Tours
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By jeronimojr289 - Goiania, GO
it is not a sofisticated travel, but it is unforgettable. Like to meet Pablo Neruda. He had a magic don to became simple things in art. And you can do it to yourself, it is your thought.
4. Villa Victoria
Overall Ratings
5 based on 98 reviews
Valparaiso heritage interpretation center. New attraction in the only UNESCO Heritage Port of the Pacific Coast of America. Join us for a guided tour inside an antique building, experiencing why Valparaiso is an exceptional testimony to the early phase of globalisation in the late 19th century, when it became the leading commercial port on the sea routes of the Pacific coast of South America. Visits by Appointment only, minimum 10 people. Reservation Required. Tour in English at 09:30am, from Monday to Saturday.
Reviewed By meierleo - Frankfurt, Germany
I visited Villa Victoria a couple of days ago, it was a birthday present for my mother, and Kenneth warmly welcomed us and gave us a private tour with such enthusiasm and insight it completely blew our mind. At the end we sat down in...MoreThanks for your kind words and for introducing your family in a very special occasion for your mother. We are glad to hear you liked it. Hope to see you soon for a next visit.
5. Vina Casa Marin Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
Viña Casa Marín is a family-owned boutique winery located in the San Antonio appellation, founded by María Luz Marín in 2000, a passionate wine maker and entrepreneur. Viña Casa Marin is now recognized as one of the 100 best vineyards in the world. Its truly unique terroir, just 4 kilometers from the coast, makes it currently Chile's closest vineyard to the Pacific Ocean. Casa Marin has been described as the “most daring and innovative vineyard” in Chile, famous for their cool climate fine wines. They have won many awards including the “Best Sauvignon Blanc in the World” in 2010 and the best in Chile in 2013. Open for private tours and tastings of their Premium wines, lunches with the family members and winemaker, and overnight stays in the private Bed & Breakfast, situated at one of the vineyard’s most privileged spots with a spectacular view of the Pacific ocean.
Reviewed By Ignacio G - Santiago, Chile
The tasting we arranged for CLP 20,000 per person consisted of 5 premium wines, three of them being from the Casa Marin label (thus under the supervision of María Luz Marín) whereas the remaining two were of the Litoral label (creations of her son, Felipe).
I am mentioning the above because it is a tasting that while not in their webpage, can be arranged as this winery is flexible in that regards, which is a very good thing.
Our guide was Fernanda, which sitting us in the wine bar thoroughly educated us on the different wines being served: a Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris, Riesling (rare thing in Chile), Pinot Noir and Syrah.
Leaving aside the great quality of the wines, a positive thing of the tasting is that Fernanda is very knowledgeable of wine. She is an English teacher graduate (thus making an English tasting possible) and has also taken sommelier courses in Santiago.
Hence, this was not a scripted tasting but rather a conversation on the different wines being tasted.
Personally I think their Pinot Noir and Riesling are very interesting and full of life and expression, something that most of us as amateur consumers appreciate (in opposition to a somewhat complex wine filled with hints maybe too subtle, as their Syrah probably is).
Although you can buy wine after, I am conflicted by the pricing of this vineyard as I think is a bit off market-price (on the higher end of course). Nevertheless, buying wine directly in the store is certainly cheaper than doing it in a supermarket or specialty store anywhere else.
We did not do a tour but the grounds seemed pretty and with a feeling as if you were in somebody's home (actually, I think part of the building was María Luz's house).
If doing the tasting, we suggest you to request the fire of the wine bar being lit, as it is a pretty cold and gloomy room which can use the extra light and heat.
6. Jardin Botanico Nacional
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 961 reviews
Reviewed By SeanRafter - Wiscasset, Maine, USA
The glories of the past are in view as is the failure to maintain this gem. Hundreds of specimens present for admiration, but none are labled. All identification has gone away. Heavy utilization is apparent, and some efforts and new plantings are in view. The formal Gardens benefit from good care, but much is closed.
7. Playa de Zapallar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 221 reviews
Reviewed By mcitaly2016 - Paris, France
It is a nice, small beach without services, one can take a walk, although the promenande is narrow in some part, especially close to a restaurant that invades almost all with tables. One can take a walk on the rocky Promenade ("rambla"). Parking is only possible at the parking lot close to the beach. One-two hour should be enough.
8. Parque Nacional La Campana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By emmaemccarthy - Dublin, Ireland
We stayed two nights in the park. The entrance fee is somewhat expensive given the fact that the showers were cold, the dirt track roads are dreadful and there was no power in the plugs in the toilets. The park itself is lovely though and very much worth the trip. We did many of the marked trails and really enjoyed them. The views are fabulous in many parts! There is plenty of wildlife around (mice, lizards, snakes!) the bushes are constantly moving around you! We really enjoyed this park. So much exploring to do and in the middle of so much wildlife and scenery! I would highly recommend a visit here, either for a night or two or a day trip.
9. Ski Portillo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
Portillo is a ski resort located 100 miles from Santiago, Chile near the city of Los Andes. Beneath imposing Mountains, Portillo rises from 2880 meters above sea level to its highest point 3332 meters with 23 ski trails and 12 lifts. Portillo is the oldest ski area in South America, and its history holds an important place in the legend of skiing. Over the past 50 years, Portillo has gained a reputation as an excellent destination for skiers and boarders. Practicing ski sports in Portillo is a very popular activity among people from all around the world.
Reviewed By warren D - tokyo
I am a novice skier and struggled with the ski part but coming here was a wonderful experience for the incredible natural beauty, the highest mountain range in the world outside of the Himalayas and a beautiful lake. European ski instructors come here as the seasons are switched. My ski instructor was Austrian. It was great fun in the evenings at the hotel when some of the instructors sang and played the accordion. I came here on business traveling from Argentina.
10. Playa El Canelillo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By jennhawk - Santiago, Chile
It does get really crowded in the summer, but it has wonderful tide pools, zip line, boats to rent, rocks to climb on, calm water for swimming, enough waves for boogie boarding, snacks, bathrooms, and all variety of things you may need for the beach for sale. We go early and leave early. By 2 in the afternoon in the summer, it is filling up.
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