Things to Do in Valparaiso

Join the adventure, look for the green hat every day

Treat yourself to discovering and marveling at every corner and nook and cranny of Valparaíso with us!

We will visit many points of the heritage city of Valparaíso, marveling at its colors, flavors and stories. Our team will ensure that it is a comprehensive experience in one of the most emblematic places in the world.
Walking is the most complete way to discover every corner of the city, along with entertaining stories from our guides who give all their energy and motivation to make your experience splendid.

We have two schedules every day:
10am and 3pm

Join the Urban tour!

• Anibal Pinto Square
• Queen Victoria Elevator
• Gervasoni Walk
• Atkinson Walk
• El Peral Elevator
• Yugoslav Walk – Baburizza Palace
• Cruise House – Bavestrello Passage
• Urriola – Prat Streets
• Plaza Sotomayor
• Monument to the Heroes of Iquique
• Prat Dock
…and much more!

Discover the living history of Valparaíso as we explore its oldest neighborhood, the cradle of traditions and a testament to the origins that earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. We’ll start at the iconic Plaza Sotomayor and take historic funiculars to visit parts of the Concepción and Alegre hills, where we’ll admire 19th-century European-inspired architecture—a legacy of immigration that shaped the city—and be captivated by the vibrant street art that brings its colorful streets to life.

From the terrace of Mercado Puerto, located in the heart of Barrio Puerto, we’ll enjoy a privileged view of the historic La Matriz neighborhood, complemented by a walk through the area and a visit to its art galleries, while delving into the fascinating original history of Valparaíso.

Join us and feel the unique energy of this city full of life, color, and tradition!

Note: Visits to Mercado Puerto, the Barrio Puerto tour, and the view of La Matriz are available from Tuesday to Saturday and are subject to availability. This tour may be canceled in case of heavy rain or events that result in the closure of Plaza Sotomayor.

 Unveil Valparaíso's Hidden Gem: Playa Ancha

Escape the tourist crowds and explore Playa Ancha, Valparaíso's largest hill. This historic neighborhood boasts charming Californian and Victorian wooden houses, dating back to the early 1900s.

Our walking tour immerses you in authentic life, weaving through cobbled streets, bustling shops, and historic alleyways. Witness stunning late 19th and early 20th-century architecture – a hidden treasure trove for history and architecture buffs. Don't miss this off-the-beaten-path adventure! 

LGBTour Valparadise
Walking LGBTour around Valparaíso, learn about the bohemian side of the city and its nocturne life, this is ONLY FOR LGBTIQ+ PEOPLE. 
2 hours with historical funiculars, street art, lgbt history and places !

As a friendly local artist and expert tourist guide { so passionate about culture } I will take you through iconic historical, cultural, social and artistic points . We will explore the past, present and future of the heart of Valparaíso, in its most colorful and active hills. Your experience in this city will be profound and unforgettable . ♡

As a friendly local artist and expert tour guide { very passionate about culture } I will take you through iconic historical, cultural, social and artistic points. We will explore the past, present and future of the heart of Valparaiso, in its most colorful and active hills. Your experience in this city will be deep and unforgettable . ♡

☆ Daily tours at 10:00am and 1:00pm
☆2'15" of duration
☆ The cost of the funicular is just $100 CLP

~ Diversity & Animal friendly ~
~ All ages are welcome! ~

☆Points of the route/Puntos del ruta;
Plan, Cerro Alegre and Conception :

♡Centex {Cultural center}
♡Plaza Sotomayor {Local market}
♡Serrano Street
♡Cordillera Funicular
♡Peral funicular
♡Yugoslav Viewpoint (Viewpoint)
♡Baburizza Museum
♡Bavestrello Passage
♡Color staircase
♡Galvez passage {red door}
♡Gervasoni (Viewpoint)
♡Conception Funicular
♡Papudo Street
♡Artkinson Gallery
♡Atkinson (Viewpoint)
♡German Quarter
{PIano stairs, Lutheran Church}
♡Anglican Church
♡Dimalow Walk {Arts Fair}
♡Queen Victoria Funicular.
♡Gastronomic area

☆We hope you enjoy and value my service!
☆We hope you enjoy and appreciate my service!

History, art and local culture are the essence of this tour. We begin at the Civic Plaza of Valparaíso, in front of the city hall building. From there, we will explore emblematic hills of the city, learning about its history and society through murals, graffiti (street art) and galleries of local artists.

We will observe the different styles and social themes that have been captured on the city's walls. We will also visit at least two art galleries where we will meet artists who represent urban, academic and experimental art.

This is complemented by the labyrinthine route through its alleys, stairs, funiculars and viewpoints , which tell us about the history of this mythical port also known as Valpo or the jewel of the Pacific .

Finally, we will arrive at the Yugoslav promenade where the Baburizza Palace is located, which today houses the city's fine arts museum and an interesting history behind it .

I'll wait for you!

This is a tour perfect for history buffs we will focus in the incredible and fun history of the once world busiest ports in the world, we will travel through time to know how important the city of Valparaiso was, not just a touristy city, but as a hub of 19th and early 20th century world

We will visit places such as Sotomayor Square wich was the place of the first southamerican stock market and fire company (same building, interesting story) you will see monuments for war heroes and french looking buildings

We will visit and ride the typical (and old) funiculars, a unique experience of the city

You´ll see the posh neighbourhood of old with manors and incredible arquitechture

All of that while learning about the curious and fun history of Valparaiso and Chile

If you want a tour that not only shows buildings and views, you should book this tour so you can see why Valparaiso was known as the "Jewel of the Pacific"

This 3 hour walking tour from port to high hills will help you find your feet and lose your mind as you discover the Heritage Site of Valparaiso.

In Valparaiso, it is easy to get lost in the maze of alleyways and street art. We lead you around not only enhancing your sense of direction but filling you with our knowledge and wisdom of locally named “Valpo”. An adventure that takes you through your senses of taste, smell, vision and laughter (ok that last one might not be a sense, but if it was it’s going to be tickled).

Today you will ride a 100 year old funicular, learn about Chileans favorite food and find out which Valpo street dog is called David Bowie. Find your Wally guide at Plaza Sotomayor at 3pm everyday rain or shine! If that wasn’t exciting enough for you to read, then get this, it is a pay-what-you-feel tour.

The pressure is released, get your kicks on and enjoy discovering Chiles pride and joy!

The tour begins at the Prat dock to observe the port dynamics, of what was the main port in Chile. Don't miss our old photos! From this place we will move to Plaza Sotomayor where the origin of the buildings and the monument will be explained, making reference to the related historical facts. Then we will head towards the Plaza de la Justicia, we will see part of the financial street and we will cross to take the elevator. The traveler can get a panoramic view of the city and the hills using this unique transportation. We will walk through Cerro Concepción and Cerro Alegre, places where you can see the French, Italian, Croatian, German, English heritage among other nationalities. Visiting ancient places located among the narrow streets will immerse you in the cultural atmosphere of a bohemian city. You will enjoy artisans, muralism, colonial houses and interventions in public spaces that demonstrate the will to maintain tradition and rescue local cultural values. The restaurants, cafes, art galleries, shops and artisans will allow you to take home a pleasant memory of a charming city.

If you take my tour, I'll show you the most interesting areas of Valparaíso , and we'll be able to appreciate together some of my passions: muralism, history, and drawing.

We will organize the experience as follows:

1) We will meet at Plaza Aníbal Pinto
2) We will visit the historic and commercial center of the city
3) We will climb Cerro Alegre and Concepción
4) We will go down the Reina Victoria Elevator
5) We will return to Plaza Aníbal Pinto

This can take between 2 to 3 hours depending on your climbing pace.

The hallmark of my experience as a guide is providing a humane service, centered on respect and kind treatment. I can also provide local recommendations of various kinds and deliver quality content on various topics.

This is a private tour, so don't worry if you're less than 5 people. I enjoy smaller groups so we can chat and get to know each other better. If I don't respond via the app, please contact me on WhatsApp.

Finally, if you enjoy the experience, you can reward me at the end of the tour.

See you!

Important: - Try to book in advance if possible.
- After 9:00 PM, reservations are no longer accepted for the following day's AM tour.

Valparaiso OFFBEAT! Whit Wally!

Everyday 10AM Sotomayor Square!

If you think Valparaiso is an extraordinary city then you ain’t seen nothing yet.

This tour is about places and people that only locals can show you. Ask your Wally guide what the local bread is, where the Wanders (local football team) fans favorite dive bar is, and what a Chileans dinner consists of. Only a local can answer such things.. introducing your Wally! You will learn about president Salvador Allende, the competition for the oldest bar in the port (cheers to that) and Chile’s native Mapuche indigenous people. Discover all of this while strolling through the Graffiti filled walls of Valparaiso. Together we will delve into the politics, food, graffiti, social reality and of course the brothels of the port city. This tour of world heritage sight Valparaiso, is designed to show you the city’s “other side”. This side is home to artist studios, jail houses, cemeteries and it´s street art galore!

The best part? This is a pay-what-you-feel tour. The pressure is off and the culture discovery is ON…

The 500 years of history of Valparaíso are seen in every single hidden passage, steep stairways, astonishing viewpoints, majestic palaces and hanging-off-the-hill houses of this magical city.

The idea of this tour is to emphasize the places located in the foundational area which is actually protected by UNESCO. I am going to show you the history behind the walls, explain the architecture of the city and tell some unbelievable anecdotes.

What are we visiting?

• Plaza Sotomayor 
• Funicular El Peral
• Paseo Yugoeslavo (Yugoeslavo viewpoint)
• Pasaje Bavestrello (Bavestrello passage)
• Pasaje Gálvez (Galvez passage)
• Paseo Gervasoni  (Gervasoni viewpoint)
• Paseo Atkinson (Atkinson viewpoint)
• Pasaje Dimalow (Dimalow passage)
• Plaza Anibal Pinto (ending point)

- Tour duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- The value includes: Funicular tickets
- Recommendations: Bottle of water and comfy clothing