5 Architectural Buildings in Valparaiso That You Shouldn't Miss

February 13, 2022 Rebbecca Marino

Only 70 miles northwest of capital Santiago, Valparaiso is Chile's main port and known for its bohemian, artistic vibe and lovely vistas. Its UNESCO-designated historic downtown offers charming colonial architecture, great seafood restaurants, markets and stores. Take 100-year-old funicular Ascensor Artilleria or climb Cerro Concepcion for stunning ocean and city views. Back at street level, visit writer Pablo Neruda's house.
Restaurants in Valparaiso

1. Biblioteca Santiago Severin

Plaza Simon Bolivar, No. 1653, Valparaiso Chile +56 32 221 3375 http://www.bibliotecaseverin.cl/Vistas_Publicas/publicContenido/contenidoPublicDetalle.aspx?folio=7453&idioma=0
Excellent
46%
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11%
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Biblioteca Santiago Severin

2. Edificio Luis Cousino

Avenida Brasil 2021, Valparaiso 2362803 Chile +56 32 284 6601 http://www.duoc.cl/edificiocousino
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Edificio Luis Cousino

Plaza Sotomayor, Valparaiso Chile +56 32 250 6100 https://www.armada.cl/
Excellent
34%
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4.0 based on 320 reviews

Navy Building

This impressive "fortress" is one of Valparaiso's most architecturally awe-inspiring military buildings.

Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States

Navy Building has very impressive architecture and stands out in Plaza Sotomayor. It serves as the administration headquarters of the Commander in Chief of the Chilean Navy. Certainly worth visiting.

4. Catedral Saint Paul

Pilcomayo 566, Valparaiso 2370787 Chile +56 9 9492 0969 [email protected] http://saintpaulchile.cl/
Excellent
46%
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29%
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25%
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4.0 based on 28 reviews

Catedral Saint Paul

Declared a historic monument in 1992 St Paul´s catedral is a unique example of English neo gothic architecture in the historic heart of Valparíso. The cathedral sits at the heart of Cerro Concepcíon once home to the large British community that settled in Valparíso during the 19 century. Tours of the cathedral and of can be made by private arrangement with St Paul´s Restoration committee. Please contact us by using the Saint Paul email address.

5. La Botica Salcobrand

Huerfanos 1199 RM, Valparaiso Chile http://salcobrand.cl/la-botica
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4.0 based on 2 reviews

La Botica Salcobrand

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