Things to see and do Central Coast

Las Salinas beach is located 2 km north of the city, towards Reñaca. Etroite and sheltered from winds, it is suitable for swimming. Quiet enough, even if it is equipped with restaurants. Some electro-enameled evenings in summer.

The young French-speaking team of Valp'Otop is orchestrated by the energetic Jonathan, a French-speaking Chilean with a Swiss father, who organizes private tours in Valparaíso. On the agenda: history, politics, street-art, culture, architecture and a few anecdotes to perfect your knowledge of Valparaíso! Jonathan and his team are more than passionate guides, they are real encyclopedias, always a comment, a story, an address to recommend at the rhythm of a captivating visit. Our favorite option to discover the city of Valparaíso.

The most accessible beach if you spend a day in the city. Chileans generally find that large contiguous buildings are very nice, we let you judge their appreciation.

The natural site of this small bay is beautiful. However, the beach is now in the hands of a concession (paid access by car, counting $ 2,500 per vehicle, health and paying showers, but we can take water from the rocks). Please note: once a paradise of a few connoisseurs, there is now crowd in January and February and some long weekends. The rest of the time, come on weekdays and you will be quiet! Probably the nicest beach in the Valpo region.

This palace was built in 1906 by the architect Alfredo Azancot on the order of a wealthy Spanish banker, also leading the Chilean company of tobacco, Fernando Rioja. It is a palace built on stone; Its walls are built in oak wood and reinforced by Adobe, with a decoration of stuc and cement. This remains a French inspiration, with its semi-circular loggia and its two arms. The palace houses the Museum of the Environment and also hosts theater or lyrical performances.