Contrasts of Valparaiso Tour
Tour Details
We'll meet up at your hotel at 10:30 am to start a tour of the alternative side of Valparaiso. You will have the opportunity to discover the contrasts of the cultural and human heritage of the iconic Chilean city.
First of all, we'll visit the Barrio Puerto, one of the oldest and least touristic areas of the city. As we walk through it, we'll learn how this area is considered a Heritage Site, thanks to its architectural and cultural richness. We'll stroll through its streets where you can still see some small family-run shops, bars and old chemists' shops.
Next, we'll continue with a visit to the church of La Matriz, which with its porteño style stands in the heart of the historic centre of Valparaíso. Did you know that it's the centre of humanitarian aid in the Barrio Puerto? We'll discover how it carries out its work and why it is so well-loved.
We'll also visit the Mercado Puerto, a popular jewel of architecture that preserves the daily life of Valparaíso. Although today it does not have the activity of yesteryear, we'll see how it still preserves some traditional stalls such as bakeries, neighbourhood hairdressers and shops that seem to have been frozen in time. From there, we'll approach the Santo Domingo Hill, the first to be inhabited in the city and from where we can appreciate the great contrasts of Valparaíso.
To finish on a high note, we'll take you to the house of a family on the oldest hill in Valparaíso to share a traditional lunch with them. Afterwards, we'll visit the house of a puppet artist and enjoy a short show of miniature lambe-lambe theatre. It will be an intimate and poetic performance that will give an emotional ending to the tour.
Finally, we'll begin our return journey and drop you back at your hotel at 3:30 pm.
More Information
Duration
5 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
English–speaking guide
Tickets for the Santo Domingo elevator
Lunch in the home of a local family
Amission ticket to the Lambe miniature
Lambe in the home of a local family
When to book?
You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- Is there a water dispenser.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Ecomapu Travel Corporate name: Turismo Ecomapu Limitada Registered Office: Pedro Leon Gallo 457, Playa Ancha, Valparaíso, Chile Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): RUT 765571588 Contact information Email: info@ecomapu.com Phone: +56 993556748
If you have any other questions please contact us.
