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
Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Valparaiso Region, Chile
Discover the best top things to do in Valparaiso Region, Chile including Ski Portillo Just For The Day, Paseo Gervasoni, Cerro Concepcion, Costanera, Palacio Rioja, Corporacion Museo de Arqueologia e Historia Francisco Fonck, Penguin Island, Ascensor Polanco, Museo Maritimo Nacional, Jardin Botanico Nacional.
Restaurants in Valparaiso Region
1. Ski Portillo Just For The Day
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 766 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 wmccfp - Stuart, United States
From semi arid agriculture and vineyards to world class skiing in two hours. Vistas on the 28 switchbacks on the way up are stunning. We got sprained necks from watching two condors circling near us. Well worth the trip.
2. Paseo Gervasoni
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 788 reviews
Many vintage chilean buildings line this hilly street, a popular site for a walking tour.
Reviewed By vesperado
WOW! The streets are painted! Beautiful murals everywhere on buildings, streets and staircases! Take the walk and enjoy the art! It is so worth it.
3. Cerro Concepcion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,922 reviews
Throughout the history of this Port City, the inhabitants saw the possibility of being located on this hill that was born as a fort to protect themselves from pirats and corsairs. When the port sector zone was almost completely occupied, the immigrants began to populate this hill with houses using the usual architecture of their countries, mainly European. That generated a cool sector of structures that are preserved until today, in a unique and magical, heritage and Chilean mix. The best viewpoints, miradors and alleys are here and in these streets the richest cultural activities converge, surrounded by the best gastronomy. Come and enjoy with us! This experience is unforgettable!
Reviewed By ImmerWandern - Palos Heights, United States
This major port city - “Valpo” for short - was once one of the richest cities of South America known as the “Jewel of the Pacific” and “Little San Francisco” given the many physical similarities. It was the major port on the Pacific coast of South America, a mandatory stopover for ships heading to Asia. Then the Panama Canal opened in 1914, ships no longer had to round Cape Horn and refuel at Valparaiso. The city declined and struggled for almost 100 years to remain relevant. It has only just begun to reassert itself in the past 15 years thanks to the opening of several universities and the legalization of street art in recent decades. Street art / graffiti became a form of expression and political protest during the Augusto Pinochet regime of the 1970s and 1980s. With the restoration of democracy the Valparaiso government made the practice legal even supporting and employing some street artists. Private establishments - hotels, restaurants, stores - hired artists to paint on their buildings or artists could offer their services to them. You could certainly wander Cerro ( "Cerro" means "Hill") Concepcion or any of the other neighborhoods famous for their street art on your own. We felt it was definitely worth hiring for their insight into the history of the city and its art. Of course the street art is the attraction, some of which is frivolous and much sociopolitical in inspiration. Nevertheless the harbor, the ships, and the surrounding hills were inspiring. There were a lot of restaurants to choose from and stores to browse through.
4. Costanera
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,375 reviews
This 12km ocean drive is speckled with lighthouses and sea lions.
Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States
Costanera is an interesting road which runs along the coast of Viña Del Mar, thus allowing for some great scenic views of the Pacific Ocean on one side and several interesting buildings on the other. Certainly would recommend traveling on this road to any tourist.
5. Palacio Rioja
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 286 reviews
A Chilean mansion restored as a museum and movie theater.
Reviewed By rarum
Took a short tour of the restored palace conducted by a few students. Nice to see investment in the history of Chile.
6. Corporacion Museo de Arqueologia e Historia Francisco Fonck
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 895 reviews
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.
Reviewed By GoGo2SlowGo - Denton, United States
You can't miss this place with the giant Moai greeting you from the outside. It has a more official title which is the Museo de Arqueología e Historia Francisco Fonck. So who is Mr. Fonck? He was a Prussian anthropologist who was quite a collector. He lived between 1830 and 1912. The first thing you see from the outside is the giant Moai which you might recognize from Easter Island. Inside, the Fonck has an excellent exhibit on the history of Chile that is infused with plenty of art by the indigenous people of South America including the Rapa Nui from Easter Island.
7. Penguin Island
8. Ascensor Polanco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 269 reviews
Reviewed By 149yujiy - Sao Paulo, Brazil
This is the only "true" elevator in Valparaíso. Others are technically funicular. Opened since 1913 and still working.
9. Museo Maritimo Nacional
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 489 reviews
We are a maritime museum. Throughout the different halls, you will discover the maritime history of Chile, as well as many different objects used to navigate.
Reviewed By 53rossp - Auckland, New Zealand
We hadn’t planned on visiting here but for the price of admission spent an hour or so away from the sun. Lovely old building, with naval displays and exhibits. We just wandered around at our own pace, was surprised that the teenagers actually enjoyed it as well.
