Top Things To Do in Valparaiso, Chile | Travel Guide - Best Sites, Foods, and Hidden Gems

[@stevepurdy7641]

The art, empanadas, and animals make valpo a special place!

[@SharingtheRoad]

It really does! So much to see (and eat!) in the city! 🇨🇱

[@corradosereni7085]

I arrived in Valpa on a moonless night, therefore I could not see the colours of the city instesd, I was terrified by the deep, cadenced loud noise coming from the....mighty ocean below my feet. A very dramatic and unforgettable experience that happened in 1991. Gracias Valpa.

[@mikaylab7141]

Literally I think I found my city, it reminds me a little bit of Istanbul with how man strays there are but Iove animals and I love the architecture. Wow 😍

[@SharingtheRoad]

YES Mikayla! We LOVED Valparaiso for the architecture and animals too! 😊 We've never been to Istanbul, but we have a friend who lives there that we hope to visit next year! We've heard AMAZING things about Turkey overall. Have you been to Istanbul before?!

[@KolhozNicca]

Yes. I had the same thought🎉🎉🎉❤ I love Istanbul

[@alisonmcalistair]

I am thinking about studying abroad in Valparaiso, but I’m afraid of dogs. Based on your experience, are the strays docile and a good way for someone to get more comfortable with dogs, or would you not advise someone who’s afraid of dogs to go?

[@mikaylab7141]

@@alisonmcalistair I'd recommend going to an animal shelter and getting acquainted with dogs before going there. Even if they're nice, if they sense you're nervous, they could get scared. The shelter will help you learn house to approach dogs and also how to handle a dog that might be scared. A good tip is if you're going to be around them, crouch down on their level and slowly reach from under to pet. Don't walk too fast up to a dog, they will get startled, walk slowly and talk very happy and soft (almost baby like), they enjoy that. It gets them excited and let's them know you aren't a threat. If the tail is tucked and ears are down, I'd just be cautious and keep walking. If the tail is wagging and they seem playful, do what I said at the beginning. The dogs from what I've seen are very docile and sweet. They will not hurt you.

[@thetravellingwelshman]

I didnt realise just how vibrant the streets of this town would be! Street art really can brighten up a place so much! Wonderful video as always guys, keep it up!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks! Valparaiso really was an exciting and vibrant spot!

[@BettyLeonorVlogs]

Todos muy bonitos

[@leonardocartes1253]

Great video! I was born in Chile. Pretty much raised in the US. I live in the San Francisco bay area, and have always found many similarities between SF and Valpo! I miss my place of birth and its people so much.

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks! And you have a GREAT home country 😊 We LOVED our time in Chile, the people were so nice and the culture and food was out of this world! Chile is such an amazing country! 🇨🇱

[@CityMouseCountryMouse]

That slide! What a hoot! Love the way you 2 share fun & unusual spots & activities that we don’t find in tour books. While Valparaiso wasn’t high on my wish list before, it sure is now! Those colors are so inviting! I want to walk those streets & check out those cafes.

[@SharingtheRoad]

Valparaiso really is an incredible city! You'll have to make it there at some point, it really is a one-of-a-kind spot! Glad you found this useful! 😊

[@CrunchyP1]

My family and I are going there in October. Thank you for this incredible video. Very well done video, photography, editing, music were all great. Your choices of things to do are right up our alley. I am WAY more excited to go now. My kids will love it, especially the cats and dogs.

[@SharingtheRoad]

Aww thank you so much! This is such a nice comment and we appreciate you sharing that with us! 😊 Your family will love Chile, the people are very nice and the landscape is amazing. We hope you have a terrific trip! Let us know if there is anything else we can help with! -Michael

[@alejandraoyarzun1470]

Hi! I'm a local tour guide in Valparaíso, so if you need any help about things to do, I'll be here to help you!

[@christopherunfus8962]

We visited South America a few months ago. We decided to take a side trip to Valparaiso on our way to the port of Santiago. I am really glad we did.

[@Ada-qw8lo]

I Love, Love Pisco Sour. My family knows they can't come visit without bringing me a few bottles of Campanario Pisco Sour. Miss Chile...

[@valentinaharper6175]

As someone born and raised in Valpo I have to say your video was very informational and entertaining, well done guys!

[@tressakortlever5032]

I am on the Ultimate World Cruise and visiting this port tomorrow. Your video definitely has given me our itinerary for our visit there. Thank you!

[@SharingtheRoad]

We're so glad you liked it, and we hope you had a great trip! I'm sure you're seeing so much on that world cruise! What a cool concept!

[@natdongoingsomewhere]

Thanks for the very detailed video! This will really help us out when we visit Valparaiso tomorrow!

[@SharingtheRoad]

We hope it was a great trip! 😊

[@natdongoingsomewhere]

@SharingtheRoad it was awesome thanks!

[@JessicaSavano]

Great video! I'm going there next month so the tips were very useful! Did you visit Santiago? Is is worth seeing?

[@gabejones5147]

I`m chilean and you showed me a few things thank you.

[@tinabeee7350]

Adding Valparaiso to my ever-growing list of places to visit ✍️. Thank you!

[@SharingtheRoad]

It really is a one of a kind city! So glad you liked it! Where else is on your list?

[@georgetesseris3870]

Great video. Valpo is unforgettable.

[@SharingtheRoad]

YES George! We LOVED Valpo, such an amazing city!

[@miguelvalenzuela]

Love your video! I’m from Chile but living in USA for years. We are traveling next week after 6 years and we will visit many of the places that you presented after all my kids were like “can we go there?, can we go there too?. Great family friendly video! Love it!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Miguel! This is one of the nicest comments we've ever received! Thank you so much sharing that with us. We LOVED our time in Chile, it's such a beautiful country and everyone was so kind. We hope you and the whole family have a wonderful trip! Welcome home! 🇨🇱

[@renatalimarzi]

Hello, guys! What a delightful content! Enjoyed so much discovering Valparaiso through your eyes! Thanks a lot and have a joyful week! Full, beautiful view!! HUGS!! Renata

[@lisahaase-t6q]

THANK YOU! You two are awesome! We are going in January, and your video was very helpful!

[@MsAna48]

My son & I are flying to Valparaiso Chile soon this Month... I am hoping everything will be ok

[@justatwalk5796]

wow nice city , colorful. , nice to traveling with you

[@PaulLennon-y1o]

Thanks for showing me Valpariso.

[@SharingtheRoad]

We hope you enjoyed it! It's a unique city for sure!

[@outlawcrossing312]

I knew this place through Sting's song. I wish to visit there oneday.

[@SharingtheRoad]

I love the band The Police, but haven't heard much of Stings solo work... I guess you've given me a reason to check out some new music! Thanks so much! 😊

[@markleonil2084]

The slide and funicularss sounds really fuunn!! Have u been to other hills in Valparaiso? The empanadas tho, looks sooo goooddd

[@sandrabraga7269]

Now I realllyyyyy want to go to Valparaiso ❤

[@SharingtheRoad]

It's an amazing city!

[@Nkaydisc]

Headed out there in Feb! Thanks!!!

[@SharingtheRoad]

That's so awesome! We hope you have a great trip! 😊 What brings you to Valparaiso?!

[@Nkaydisc]

@@SharingtheRoad ! My wife and I are looking at possibly relocating down to Chile from Oregon -- going to go check the Country out and visit Santiago and Valparaiso before heading down to pucon area!

[@SharingtheRoad]

@@Nkaydisc Wow that could be an incredible change of pace! In a small world, the friends we were traveling in Chile with are from Oregon too! We hope you have a great trip and potentially new home for you!

[@Nkaydisc]

@@SharingtheRoad thank you!! Wow small world!!! It will be great to visit to see how much we like it - I didn't start out looking at chile but the more I looked the more I got drawn in to La Araucanía and Los Lagos regions- super excited!!! Going to check out a lot in chile!

[@Josebernardo-ud7es]

Es lo mejor valparaiso

[@explorinwithlaurin]

This is such a colorful city! Love all those murals and the vibrant hills. And that slide looks so fun!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thank you! It really was a city with so much to offer!

[@Gyongyics.]

Great video, thanks and happy new year! :)

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks!!!! Happy New Year to you as well! 😊

[@lindatoppins1056]

Great job on the video! I’ll be visiting in September of this year. Can’t wait!

[@lashawndawells7306]

Great job! My interest is more than piqued 🤩

[@SharingtheRoad]

Glad to hear Lashawnda! 😊

[@travelingRonman]

My friend and I are planning a trip to Chile next year so this is super helpful. I'll ask him if Valparaiso is on the itinerary. Looking forward to your Santiago video as well. Travel safe!

[@gemmygemoo]

Amazing video! Thank you for taking the time to give us a tour! I was looking at cities to go study for uni exchange and your video has confirmed I made the right choice. So excited to go to all the places that were mentioned in the video :)

[@SusanOttersen]

My family and I are going end of November. So excited. Love your videos. Where in Valpraiso did you stay overnight??

[@shirleyw.6783]

This was a great video, very informative 😊👍🏼

[@danielgerman-domingues9239]

Thanks for the video

[@SharingtheRoad]

Your welcome! We are glad you found it useful! 😊

[@tatlbok]

cant wait to go here

[@SharingtheRoad]

You're going to LOVE Valparaiso! Do you have a trip coming up?!?

[@jerrytan6215]

Enjoying your video!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks!!! Glad you like it!

[@alfredoescobar7169]

I used to live in Avenida Peru in Vina. I love Valparaiso it really has not changed in close to 80 years. I live in the US but my soul is back home in Chile.

[@Art_Travel_and_Hobbys]

Nice street art

[@hectoravila5187]

Que video mas hermoso

[@SharingtheRoad]

Gracias! 😊🇨🇱

[@totalwomanja9105]

❤ Thanks for sharing! I just discovered this city and I think I’ll visit soon. Great showcasing of this colourful city

[@SharingtheRoad]

It really is a fantastic city! We hope you can find the time to visit soon!

[@gustavogarcia3155]

Beautifully shot and structured video, quality content, thank you. I will be taking some of these tips and activities into consideration!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks so much! We really appreciate it! 😃

[@tjgreen6204]

Looks great! I'd like to visit too!

[@shirleyyuan66]

Follow your video, I visited the city and the streets. Very special experience. Thank you very much.

[@SharingtheRoad]

So glad you liked it! 😊

[@mitchel3735]

The Pisco is Peruvian! great video!.

[@goexploringwithcolor-shawn]

Beautiful street art and too many unique colorful buildings make this town full of history. Thanks for interesting walking tour👍🤗🤗

[@SharingtheRoad]

Such a cool and colorful city! Thanks!

[@sampza77]

Visited Valpo back in 2007. Great city and very nice people! 😀👍

[@SharingtheRoad]

Glad you thought so too! We loved our time in Valpo! :)

[@paulwiggington4563]

Valparaiso looks like a must see.

[@SharingtheRoad]

It really is a neat city!

[@leonelvillalon556]

I am from Valpo. Well balaced piece. Thanks

[@SharingtheRoad]

You have an AMAZING city to call home. Such a cool place, we loved our time there!

[@bowieupland6112]

Looks beautiful

[@SharingtheRoad]

Valparaiso really is such an amazing place! 😊

[@chilaireclaudiojoseph1669]

Me gusta este video

[@lostamonglocals5382]

Such a interesting city with lots of cool street art. Thanks for the info. Great video!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thank you so much! Valparaiso really is a one-of-a-kind city and Chile overall is awesome! 🇨🇱

[@loriannwulf8697]

Good job on the video. I would never have considered Valparaiso but now it's on the list.

[@vivianemattos6142]

Love this video! So informative and interesting!!!! THANKS!!!

[@SharingtheRoad]

So glad you liked it! Do you have a trip to Valpo coming up?!

[@roopkamalsingh9601]

Great video

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thank you so much! We're so glad you liked it!

[@keesmuch]

this is great video!

[@jeanea8709]

Thank you!

[@xunyangful]

Will cruise from V next January !

[@SharingtheRoad]

Wooo hoo Grace you're going to LOVE it! That's so exciting! Where else is your Cruise stopping, it should be a great trip! 😊

[@alejandraoyarzun1470]

Thanks a lot for putting Valpo in the spotlight! Local tour guide here 😊

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks! We absolutely loved Valpo! You have an amazing city to call home!

[@michaelayler9744]

Great list of city highlights, what are the best months for Valparaiso? we are currently planning May 2025

[@lancewilliams4639]

Thanks so much for this video and the one on Santiago -- heading there soon and this really helped set the stage and agenda for us!

[@SharingtheRoad]

We're so glad you found them helpful! 😃 Thanks so much for sharing that with us, and we hope you have a FANTASTIC trip! You're going to love it!

[@FeinDining]

Looks like lots of awesome things to do there! And you better believe we'd be trying those empanadas! That shell really did look absolutely amazing 🤩

[@shawkka]

Thanks for the info!

[@SharingtheRoad]

We're glad you found it helpful!

[@snoo333]

thanks for the video. I was checking parts of the world with a Mediterranean climate. This city was mentioned. how was the weather? did it have the Mediterranean feel?

[@juanairisrevis672]

Fantastic video and very informative. Thank you.

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thank you! Do you have a trip to Valparaiso coming up?!

[@mariskonsteins7857]

great work team :)

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks so much!!! We're so glad you liked it! 😃

[@laxinitup26590]

Wow I can’t believe how colorful this city is! I don’t think I could have left without a dog lol

[@SharingtheRoad]

Hahaha trust us it was tough! So many cute pups everywhere! 🐶 🐩 🐕

[@abhilashatoppo7571]

Lovely video❤ which software you use for editing? It’s amazing

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thank you, we're so glad you enjoyed it! We use FinalCut Pro for our editing, and think it's a great software that really lets you be creative!

[@palomaespinosa6779]

Please visit the south of Chile its beautiful. Thankyou for show my country. 🙂😘❤🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@SharingtheRoad]

¡Hola, Paloma! ¡Gracias! ¡Nos encantó Chile! ¡La gente era muy agradable, la comida era increíble y las vistas eran fantásticas! Michael tiene tantas ganas de volver. ¡Ojalá podamos visitar la parte sur del país pronto! ¿Hay algún lugar en particular que recomiendes que sea tu lugar favorito para visitar?

[@yogi2983]

pucon and surrounding areas like Villarrica, Ojos de carburgua etc. you don't even need to know where you're going 😅. driving around the area is one of the most beautiful things I've experienced in my life.

[@KSamai]

Thanks for sharing, I read in multiple places that there are known scabies issues with the street dogs there. I say this as a huge animal lover and notorious street dog petter.

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks Kat! Thats interesting to know. Most the dogs we saw seemed to be pretty healthy and well cared for, but I'm sure that could be an issue which is sad 😞. Glad to hear that you're a fellow animal lover too! Do you have a trip to Chile in your future?

[@henriquezgirl]

So much beautiful vibes in the video. I love this city. I would recommend trying chilean pastries and cakes, they are so delicious, mostly coming from our grandmas recipes. Chilean wine and also the sea food is amazing❤ enjoy🎉❤

[@SharingtheRoad]

Aww thank you so much for the kind comment! We loved our time in Valparaiso, and we hope we can return to Chile at some point. It's such a beautiful country, and everyone was so nice. Your recommendations are a reason for us to go back! Thanks so much! :)

[@jeffdaugherty8339]

Huge help while planning our trip to Chile. Thanks!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Glad you found it helpful Jeff! We hope it's a great trip! When do you plan on visiting?

[@jeffdaugherty8339]

@@SharingtheRoad heading there dude a few weeks around Christmas/NYE. Valparaiso is on the must-see list now!

[@SharingtheRoad]

@@jeffdaugherty8339 Awesome! Have the best time!!

[@williamacevedo8031]

Thank you for sharing this video.

[@SharingtheRoad]

Your Welcome! We're glad you enjoyed it! Do you have a trip to Valparaiso coming up soon?!

[@muncacho]

Wonderful city👍

[@SharingtheRoad]

It truly is! 😊

[@latoyafate9511]

Beautiful ❤️🎉

[@gohchungpin3800]

Really realy like your video - will be there in days!

[@enzonl]

What time of the year where you visiting? Good video! ... Btw UP is inspired by the tepui in Venezuela

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks so much! And Tepui looks amazing! We were in Valparaiso in early May, and the temperature was great (though a little cloudy). Chile is an AMAZING country though. Are you planning on visiting sometime soon?

[@glennr9913]

Subscribed. 👍👍

[@stephenleeclarke]

This is perfect! I just arrived today :)

[@SharingtheRoad]

We hope you have a great trip! It's such a fun city!

[@BrianBetron]

Nice job

[@dexcal8009]

Very clear and nice video

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks so much! Hope you have a great trip!

[@arthurherman1046]

Awesome!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks so much! :)

[@wyominged6017]

Thanks for cool video

[@kanchanaparapattanachan8611]

Love your VDO. Thank you. We are going to Chile in December. May I ask how many days should be enough to see like what you had seen. What's the best way to travel from Santiago to Valparaiso. I only have 5 days in Chile before Brazil and Peru.

[@SharingtheRoad]

Hi There! So glad you found the video helpful, and you'll love your time in Chile! We have a video on traveling between Valparaiso and Santiago on the public busses (which are quite nice). We saw most of what we felt we needed to see in 2 days in Valparaiso (though we were traveling rather quickly and don't mind walking). I think you could see a good amount of the city in that timeframe!

[@kanchanaparapattanachan8611]

@Sharing the Road Pefect! We are also moving in fast pace always and don't mind walking long distance. Will follow you more in other VDOs. 🙏👍

[@the_schnells]

awesome guys! What is your favorite restaurant?

[@ukevo]

Loved the video! My wife and I are going to Chile and Argentina for our honeymoon and Valparaiso is one of our stops. Since we’ve booked it all we’ve heard are scare stories, particularly for here and Santiago so I’m glad to see that it’s a great destination for a travelling couple. Quick Q: I saw a bit of graffiti saying “Yankee go home”: were they friendly to you guys?

[@SharingtheRoad]

First of all.... CONGRATS you two! 👰‍♀️ 🤵‍♂️ You're going to LOVE your time in Valparaiso. We never felt unsafe physically in Valparaiso, though we were not walking around too much after dark. Ubers are plentiful and affordable, so if you have your phone, you should be able to get a ride while you're out if you're ever feeling nervous. We felt incredibly welcome everywhere we went, and most people in Chile were incredibly friendly to us! We've heard great things about Argentina as well, so I'm sure you'll have a very fun time! 😊

[@alejandraoyarzun1470]

Hi! I'm local in Valparaíso and to be honest, there are pickpockets as in any other big city, but if you are careful with your wallet and cellphone everything will be fine. And don't worry about that "Yankee go home" graffiti, as it was painted in a sarcastic way by an artist called Mr Never Satisfied who is American and lives in New York.

[@marieyau9814]

Great video! I’ve taken notes for where to go 😊 We will be in Valpo this week!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Yes Marie!!! We hope it’s a great trip! Is there anything in particular you’re most excited about?! ☺️

[@marieyau9814]

@@SharingtheRoad in Valpo - seeing all the colour, getting to Torres del Paine and heading to Antarctica! Our expedition cruise starts from Valparaiso 🥰

[@DavidandSarah]

Wow the art is very cool! Thank you for sharing this great travel guide.

[@catseyewitnessnews]

Wonderful video. When you were there, did you feel safe walking around the city? And did you feel safe with all the stray dogs. Did you fear any dangerous ones?

[@SharingtheRoad]

Hi! We felt very physically safe walking around, though we were never out too late at night. Like most cities though it's not a great idea to wear flashy jewelry or make big displays of expensive personal items. Overall, most everyone we encountered was incredibly friendly. We never encountered a single dog that wasn't friendly, but there may be some around. Given that most the dogs live off the community, it would be my best guess that most dogs are conditioned to be respectful of humans. However, there's exceptions to every rule, so always be careful when around animals!

[@anaclarasantos9783]

What an amazing video guys!!! First video that I wash from the channel but I’ll definitely check the others!!! Going to Santiago soon :)

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thats awesome Ana! Did you make it to Santiago already?! If so we hope it was a great trip! 😊

[@zokalani8654]

Nice!

[@SharingtheRoad]

Thanks Zo!

[@flower656]

How was your experience? Did you take a taxi from the airport to Valparaiso ? How long was it ? We are going at the end of November

[@SharingtheRoad]

Hi Flower! We took a bus from Santiago to Valparaiso and it was very easy and quite a comfy ride! We actually made a whole video on how to take a bus from Santiago to Valparaiso with tons of info on that there if you’re interested! What brings your to Valparaiso? We hope it’s a great trip! ☺️

[@camilodelavega7497]

Pisco sour is from Perú❤

[@sticktaco]

When going from one destination to the next did you just walk from place to place, take a taxi, or bus?

[@SharingtheRoad]

Hi there! We were able to walk between all the places we outlined. Pablo Neruda's house was slightly further than the other places, but that too was walkable in about 45 minutes from the city center. The only place we took an Uber from was from the Valparaiso bus station to our lodging. If you don't feel like walking, Uber is incredibly affordable, and you can go most places around Valparaiso for less than $5 USD. Do you have a trip coming up to Valparaiso soon? 😀

[@sticktaco]

@@SharingtheRoad Thank you for your reply. I do have a trip coming but not until next year. Your videos have been so helpful! Thank you again

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Great Guide and very well explained! I am going there after my trip to Torres del Paine and this helped a lot!

[@SharingtheRoad]

We've heard AMAZING things about Torres del Paine, it looks so beautiful! Is your trip coming up?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@@SharingtheRoad This November yes! I've planned my camp spots around the W Trek

[@alft1971]

love the vid 🙂

[@isabelherrera8030]

Me gusta 🎉❤

[@ChrisLounder]

Pisco Sours were invented in Lima but not according to many Chileans. I will be seeing who makes them better soon!