Valparaíso

Heritage & monuments

Trolleybuses in Valparaíso

This trolleybus line has been running since 1952, making it South America's second-oldest. It's a beloved local fixture, and you can ride the vintage vehicles as they still roll through the streets.

Nature

Valparaíso Bay

A bay embracing the port city of Valparaíso on Chile's Pacific coast. It offers sweeping sea views set against the colorful hillside town.

Parks & gardens

Quinta Vergara

A park in Viña del Mar made up of the Vergara Palace, an open-air theater, and gardens. It hosts the Viña del Mar International Song Festival every year.

Temples & religious sites

St. James Cathedral, Valparaíso

This Roman Catholic cathedral stands east of Plaza Victoria in Valparaíso's El Almendral district. As the seat of the Diocese of Valparaíso, it makes a good stop during a walk through downtown.

Castles & palaces

Wulff Castle

A stately castle on the Chilean coast, built in 1906 for the Wulff family. Today it houses the city's heritage center, offering a glimpse into local history.

Parks & gardens

Sotomayor Square

Valparaíso's most iconic square, centered on a monument honoring the sailors who died in the Battle of Iquique and the Battle of Punta Gruesa. It's a lovely spot to take in the scenery alongside the historic buildings surrounding it.

Zoos & aquariums

Jardín Botánico Nacional de Viña del Mar

A spacious botanical garden on the outskirts of Viña del Mar, home to a wide variety of plants, including cacti and native species. Its trails make for a relaxing walk through nature.

Heritage & monuments

Monument to the Heroes of Iquique

A war memorial in Plaza Sotomayor, Valparaíso, standing before the Chilean Navy headquarters. It was erected to honor the sailors who died in the naval battles of Iquique and Punta Gruesa during the War of the Pacific.