A Day Trip to Vina Del Mar, Chile
Getting to Vina Del Mar
Vina Del Mar is about 10 k.m. from Valparaiso and is easily accessible via train or taxi. I chose to take the train from Valparaiso-Puerto Station to Vina Del Mar Station. The ride took around 15 minutes and cost C$2700 (USD$3.50) each way. I was impressed with the cleanliness of the train, as well as wonderful street musician that played the guitar during our ride.
When I arrived at Vina Del Mar Station, the first thing I did was walk towards Vina Del Mar’s beautiful beaches.
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What To See: Vina Del Mar
The first thing to do when visiting Vina Del Mar is to visit the Pacific Ocean beaches. The sand is very different from the white sands of the Caribbean, and the water is much cooler. During my visit, it was winter in the Southern Hemisphere, so the temperatures were only in the mid-50s. Despite the cold weather, the beaches were still full of people enjoying playing in the sand and watching the giant waves crash into the shoreline.
After crossing the River Marga Bridge, I followed Avenue Peru towards Playa Acapulco. Playa Acapulco is a public beach that had a large pier that went out into the Pacific.
Avenue Peru provided some wonderful views of the Pacific Ocean and the resorts that line the Vina Del Mar coast.
Most locations in Chile do not have many public bathrooms. If a tourist is lucky enough to find a bathroom, it usually does not have toilet paper, nor has it recently been cleaned. In Vina Del Mar, I decided to walk through the Vina Del Mar Casino. Inside the casino, I made a fantastic discovery. The casino bathrooms were spotless and clean. There was soap to wash my hands and toilet paper in the stalls. If you ever visit Vina Del Mar and need to use the restroom, the casino should be your “go-to” place.
I was only in Vina Del Mar for a few hours. Most of that time was spent walking the beach and looking at the Pacific Ocean. From Playa Acapulco, I continued walking up the coastline towards Playa El Sol. On the way, I found some rows of tents that contained an outdoor market. The market had everything from food to souvenirs. Prices were meant to be haggled, which was challenging with my limited Spanish.
On the way back to Vina Del Mar Station, I walked through a public park. The park was pretty well designed and appeared to be a hangout place for local children. I was especially amused by the pony rides.
I caught my train and returned to my hotel in Valparaiso. The next day I would be returning to Santiago to catch a flight to Calama. After arriving in Calama, I would take a shuttle to the tiny town of San Pedro de Atacama to begin touring the Atacama Desert.
Vina Del Mar Tours and Packages
For those interested in seeing Vina Del Mar during a day tour, there are various options available from Santiago. I have linked three tours below that caught my eye. Please note, that as an affiliate of Viator, I will receive a small commission if you book using one of my links. This commission is at no additional cost to you.
Prices are accurate as of May 2023.
 Private Tour: Valparaiso and Vina del Mar from Santiago - $208.00 Enjoy the Chilean Pacific coastline, the garden city Vina del Mar, and the UNESCO World Heritage site - historic seaport city of Valparaiso, on this private, 8-hour tour from Santiago. See the famous Flower Clock embedded in a garden featuring arms greater than 9 feet (3 meters), and Chile's first casino in Vina del Mar. Explore the hills of Valparaiso on a 1-hour guided walking tour to see how locals live and the vibrant street art. Tours operate with no more than 10 people to ensure a personalized experience and includes hotel pickup and drop-off. |
 Private Day Tour to Concon, Vina del Mar, and Valparaiso Including Small-Group Surfing Lesson - $245.00 See a different side of the Pacific Ocean in this full-day tour of Chile's coastline. On this private 9-hour tour, you will visit the seaside resorts and cities of Viña del Mar, Concon, and Valparaiso, as well as participate in a small-group surfing class instructed by a local surfing school. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included. |
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