Free tour Barrio Puerto, where Valparaíso is born.
Hi! Welcome to Valparaíso. We are a team of local guides from this colorful and magical city also called La Joya del Pacífico. We invite you to discover unique places away from mass tourism, getting to know the city, its people and local life. We will show you unique places and "porteñas picás" that only a local guide can teach you. Valparaíso as you have never known before.
Pickup
The meeting point is inside Plaza Sotomayor between Blanco and Cochrane streets, the tour guide will be dressed in a green Ecomapu t-shirt, who will be waiting for you on the sky-blue platform that is surrounded by white concrete balls.
Description
Immerse yourself in the living history of Valparaíso. We'll explore the city's oldest neighborhood, uncovering its origins and why it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the iconic Plaza Sotomayor, we'll ascend historic funiculars to the hills of Concepción, Alegre, and Cordillera, contrasting the tourist area with the heart of the port. We'll discover the Barrio Puerto and Barrio La Matriz with their traditions, music, and local cuisine. Immerse yourself with us in the city's living history and be amazed by its vibrant street art.
Experience Ecomapu and feel the energy of Valparaíso!
*This tour will be canceled in case of extreme rain or any special event that forces the closure of Plaza Sotomayor.