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Ascensor El Peral
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Ascensor El Peral
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The area
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Restaurants
465 within 5 kms
Il Paparazzo
801
0.3 km$$$$ • Italian • Seafood • Mediterranean
Restaurant La Concepcion
2,514
0.4 km$$$$ • Seafood • Mediterranean • Chilean
Restaurant Maralegre
383
0.2 km$$$$ • Seafood • Contemporary • Chilean
El Peral
464
0.1 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Brew Pub • Bar
Cafe del Pintor
914
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Chilean • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Samsara
480
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • Asian • Thai • Healthy
Cafe Entre Cerros
251
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Fusion • Chilean
La Casa Verde
46
0.3 km$ • Latin • Spanish • Chilean
Cocina Puerto
664
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • Latin • Seafood • Chilean
Tres Peces Restaurante
330
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • Seafood • International • Grill
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Attractions
126 within 10 kms
Ascensor Concepcion
703
39 mPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Palacio Baburizza
427
0.1 kmArt Museums
Navy Building
323
0.1 kmArchitectural Buildings
Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of Valparaiso
561
0.2 kmNeighbourhoods
Plaza Sotomayor
1,545
0.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Funicular Villanelo
25
86 mPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Museo Lord Cochrane
27
90 mSpeciality Museums
La Escala Galeria
2
0.2 kmArt Galleries
Monumento a Los Heroes
559
0.2 kmMonuments & Statues
Ascensor Cordillera
38
0.2 kmPublic Transportation Systems
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HappyNorwegians
Bergen, Norway370 contributions
This is a fun thing to do for visitors to Valparaiso
Mar. 2023
I never, ever thought I would be in Valparaiso, Chile, let alone to be able to ride on one of these city elevators! I have seen them on travel programs about Chile throughout the years and then suddenly I was actually riding on one of them! (I had been on a similar one in Los Angeles, California, USA, in the late 1950s with my parents. This was a trip down memory lane for me.) This activity was fun and highly recommended to everyone.
Written April 12, 2023
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Julie C
Vina del Mar, Chile100 contributions
Great way to get to Cerro Alegre
Feb. 2023 • Friends
Easy way to travel to the top of one of the most beautiful of Valparaíso's hills. One of the few remaining funiculars of the city, you cannot say you have been to Valpraíso until you travel by "ascensor."
Written February 4, 2023
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Wynn R
Morgan Hill, CA1,929 contributions
Amazing views and unique neighborhood
Dec. 2022 • Couples
The houses and artwork everywhere is almost too much to take in during a short walk. But try as it is worth it to climb the streets and use the wooden elevators
Written December 21, 2022
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BigSur707
Miami Beach, FL382 contributions
Great fun
Jan. 2022
100 pesos (about USD $0.15) to ride up or down, per person. A bit rickety but lots of charm. Was good fun. Short ride, frequent service. Nice views.
Written January 29, 2022
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NamasteHello
Harrogate, UK1,906 contributions
Wonderful
Feb. 2020 • Solo
This is a lovely way to access the higher parts of Valpariso. This, and others, are cheap paying when you get off. They provide good views. Sometimes still nice to walk up as it's good exercise. Other times walking is essential when standing behind large groups of tourists from cruise ships.
Written February 16, 2020
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Bill M
Springfield, MO308 contributions
Leads to spectacular views, wonderful art
Dec. 2019
Just getting to the entrance of this funicular is interesting. For next to nothing, you are rewarded with a fun ride to the promontory of the Yugoslavo Walk, an interesting neighborhood with an expansive view of the city and its harbor. We walked the nearby neighborhood really enjoying the street art but did not have enough time to visit the Art Museum nor maybe have a coffee at the little café overlooking the city. Give yourself that time and I am sure you will enjoy this area even more.
Written February 1, 2020
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Sachin K
New York City, NY5,857 contributions
Fun Ride with some spectacular views
Jan. 2020 • Family
This is a lift that takes one from the central square at the base to the top of the hill, giving easy access to Cerro Alegre. Ticket is very cheap and it is a practical way to get to the top of the steep hill in quick time, without any physical exertion. If one wishes, can certainly ride in this lift back to the base. Spectacular views are on offer on this short ride. Certainly would very highly recommend taking the same to any traveler.
Written January 25, 2020
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Emanpee
Sydney, Australia2,805 contributions
Great system
Jan. 2020
Perfect for accessing waterfront from this part of Cerro Alegre. Moderate charge which pay as exit or enter at the bottom. Over 2 days, had minimal wait at various times used.
Written January 5, 2020
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TEBlaise
Ilion, NY161 contributions
Easier than walking and pretty cheap.
Oct. 2019
This basically a small elevator/train that takes you from the plaza up to the upper historic district. If you are in Valparaiso, you have to ride it just to say you did. Its cheap too, only a hundred pesos, which is like 15 cents.
Written October 16, 2019
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Sarah N
Chelmsford, UK17 contributions
Essential transport around Valpariso
Sep. 2019
Using the ascensors are the best way to get around this city of many very steep hills. El Peral is one of the most central ones. It is very well maintained, with an efficient service and very cheap. They do not run all night so check the timetables.
A great way to get spectacular views of the city.
Written October 14, 2019
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