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3 days

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City: Valparaiso

Valparaíso is a mystical and colorful port city, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Built on dozens of hills that fall abruptly towards the sea, it is famous for its historic elevators, its vibrant street art and its bohemian atmosphere that has inspired poets such as Pablo Neruda.

Recommended stay: 3 days

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⭐65/100Family friendly

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Fun for older children because of the elevators and boats, but difficult for babies and cars.

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Mid-range prices: plan lodging and meals carefully in tourist areas.

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€30-45

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70-120€

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€180+

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Family-friendly

Fun for older children because of the elevators and boats, but difficult for babies and cars.

Boat rides through the bay.The Maritime Museum is very interactive.The elevators are an attraction in themselves.

Steep streets and many stairs (impossible for strollers).Lack of modern playgrounds in the center.

Safety

Requires caution. Theft from tourists is common, especially if they go off the marked routes.

Main tourist areas have a greater police presence.The local community usually takes care of tourists in the residential hills.

Surprise thefts (throwing) of phones and cameras.Areas of the port and peripheral hills are dangerous at night.Minor scams in the market sector.

Cleanliness

It is the weakest point of the city. The port and low-lying areas suffer from dirt and strong odors.

The tourist hills (Alegre and Concepción) remain cleaner.Recent vandal graffiti cleanup efforts.

Presence of garbage in secondary streets.Many stray dogs and their waste.Smell of urine in corners of the lower sector.

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Tips for Family

Sunset in the Cemetery

Cemetery N°1 and N°2 in Cerro Panteón offer incredible funerary architecture and very peaceful views of the city.

Trolleybuses

Take the trolleybus (line 802) to explore the Plan. It is the oldest electric transportation system in South America in operation.

Respect for Murals

Street art is sacred. Do not scratch over existing murals.

Tips

In restaurants, 10% is suggested (often it is suggested on the bill). Walking tour guides are often tipped voluntarily.

Tap Water

It is drinkable throughout Chile, although it has many minerals. If you have a sensitive stomach, prefer bottled water.

Sunscreen

UV radiation in Chile is very high, even on cloudy days. Always use it.

Don't 'give the pawpaw'

Local expression that means not to tempt thieves. Don't walk with your phone in your hand or your camera hanging in lonely areas.

Be careful on the stairs

Avoid climbing very lonely or poorly lit stairs, especially at dusk. Prefers elevators.

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