Things to do in Valle Central, Valle Central: The Best Nature & Parks

March 16, 2022 Ying Subia

Chile's Valle Central, a verdant valley tucked between the Andes and the coastal mountain ranges, has a mild climate and moist soil perfect for grape growing. Made up of four distinct wine regions, Maipo, Rapel, Curico and Maule, the area is criss-crossed by well-traveled wine roads. At the northern end of the valley is Maipo, the oldest of Chile's wine regions, famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon. At the opposite end is Maule, which still grows Pais, the first grape brought to South America.
Restaurants in Valle Central

1. Reserva Nacional Altos de Lircay

San Clemente Chile +56 9 7160 7801 http://www.refugio-tricahue.cl
Excellent
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5.0 based on 90 reviews

Reserva Nacional Altos de Lircay

Reviewed By JoseQuezada - Santiago Metropolitan Region, Chile

Such a beautiful reserve great diversity in terms of flora and fauna, unique landscapes with amazing thins to do like trekking, horsebackriding, etc. A MUST-SEE place

2. Cerro San Cristobal

Pio Nono 445, Recoleta Parque Metropolitano de Santiago, Santiago 8320000 Chile +56 2 2730 1331 [email protected] https://www.parquemet.cl/
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4.5 based on 18,381 reviews

Cerro San Cristobal

This 860 meter hill in the center of Santiago features a zoo and wine museum at the midway point and a gondola ride to the top, where a Virgin Mary statue overlooks the city.

Reviewed By GoGo2SlowGo - Denton, United States

It has several attractions in its 1784 acres. Central Park is only 842 acres by comparison. Some of its most important attractions are: the sanctuary and balcony of the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception; The National Zoo of Chile, where you can get dazzled with the different species of animals; the historic funicular railway and the recently inaugurated cable way. From the top of the park you can enjoy a panoramic view of Santiago and the Andes Mountain Range, also there are two swimming pools, plazas and games for children.

3. Cerro Santa Lucia

Rua Santa Lucia, Santiago 8320190 Chile +56 2 23867185 [email protected] http://www.santiagocapital.cl/fichas/home/oficina-de-turismo-cerro-santa-lucia/oficina-de-informacion-turistica
Excellent
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4.5 based on 19,554 reviews

Cerro Santa Lucia

The climb up this natural 230 foot hill offers a worthy reward: breathtaking panoramic views of the city.

Reviewed By Finewinery2019

We had the benefit of a very good personal guide who provided in depth knowledge of the beautiful park. This made our visit much more interesting.

4. Colchagua Valley

3130000 Chile
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Colchagua Valley

5. Punta De Lobos

Pichilemu Chile
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4.5 based on 99 reviews

Punta De Lobos

6. Piedra de la Iglesia

Playa de la Iglesia, Constitucion Chile http://www.sociedadgeologica.cl/piedra-de-la-iglesia-en-constitucion
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4.5 based on 175 reviews

Piedra de la Iglesia

7. Valle Nevado - Ski Resort Chile

Avenida Vitacura # 5250 Of. 304 Chile +56 2 2477 7000 [email protected] http://www.vallenevado.com
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4.5 based on 4,198 reviews

Valle Nevado - Ski Resort Chile

Valle Nevado is South America's premier ski resort, offering access to the largest amount of terrain and the most modern lift system on the continent. The Valle Nevado complex provides a complete experience, including boutique shops, three hotels, private apartments, six restaurants, a full-service spa and fitness center, cinema, library, bars and lounges, a pub with live music, a kids entertainment center and a state-of-the-art events venue, all set to the breathtaking backdrop of the magnificent Andes. Located just 90 minutes from Santiago, Valle Nevado offers 2,200 acres of varied terrain, and 17 lifts including the country's only gondola. Due to the resort's orientation and altitude at 9,924 feet, Valle Nevado on average receives the most snow of Central Valley resorts, with a seasonal average of 300+ inches. Short lift lines and few people on the slopes provides days of powder skiing after a storm. The resort has a terrain park, plenty of side and backcountry terrain, and guests spending 7 nights at the resort receive 2 interconnect tickets to neighboring resorts, opening a staggering 7,000 acres of terrain. The adventurous can book heli-skiing directly at the resort, a truly spectacular experience with vertical drops of up to 5,000 feet in one run. The 2017 season runs from June 23 to September 22. Join the resort for the 2nd Annual Chile Wine Festival from Aug. 18 - 24.

Reviewed By Thakelo - Santiago, Chile

There's this company called "Phenix" that has special offers for groups of a minimum of 13 (at least during the weekends) where for 51.000 you get transport, a ticket for the day, equipment rental, lunch and ski/snowboard lessons (different levels). It's supposed to be for people under 24 but I've added some people around 27 to the groups in the past without a problem. On weekdays you get cheaper packages because you get to include less things. Anyway, in my opinion this is the best ski centre in Santiago if you're looking into not-so-crowded slopes and like to go fast. There is the fastest chairlift in South America (called Andes Express) which leads you to the mountain top in 5 minutes.

8. Parque Nacional Radal Siete Tazas

Molina Chile +56 9 9168 7820 http://www.conaf.cl/parques/reserva-nacional-radal-siete-tazas/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 337 reviews

Parque Nacional Radal Siete Tazas

9. Monumento Natural El Morado

Ruta G-25, Km. 93, San Jose de Maipo Chile http://www.conaf.cl/parques/monumento-natural-el-morado/
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4.5 based on 97 reviews

Monumento Natural El Morado

10. Parque Bicentenario

Avenida Del Bicentenario 3800 Vitacura, Santiago 7630670 Chile +56 9 6365 6750 http://www.vitacura.cl/plan_obra/parque_introduccion.html
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4.5 based on 4,291 reviews

Parque Bicentenario

Reviewed By deborahk3 - Maidstone, United Kingdom

A visit to the modern Parque Bicentenario is well worth it for a leisurely stroll or bike ride. It is located in the heart of the Vitacura community, bordering the south side of the Mapocho river. It is rather a large park but carries a relaxing atmosphere for both locals and tourists alike. There is a large man made lagoon, with beautiful views of the water and city skyline & on a clear day the majestic Andes can be seen in the distance. The Lagoon, is also home to numerous black necked swans as well as other unusual fowl and fish. Children and adults alike, can be seen feeding the birds at all times. A lovely park to visit if you have time.

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