El Peral funicular, Valparaíso

Name: El Peral funicular
Address: Miramar / Plaza de la Justicia, Valparaíso, Chile
Telephone: +56 32 336 1353

#16 among attractions in Valparaíso

Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The El Peral funicular is located between two urban centers of Valparaíso, Chile, Plaza de la Justicia, a quiet place in Valparaiso’s downtown and Paseo Yugoslavo that offers a sightseeing balcony with a vista of the bay and mountains. ()

Local name: Ascensor El Peral Opened: 1902 (122 years ago)Completed: 1902 (122 years ago)Length: 180 ftHeight: 128 ftCoordinates: 33°2'22"S, 71°37'46"W

Address

Miramar / Plaza de la JusticiaCerro AlegreValparaíso Chile

Contact

+56 32 336 1353

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Day trips

El Peral funicular – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Edificio Armada de Chile, Sacred Hearts Church, Plaza Sotomayor, Iglesia de la Matriz.

~240 ftN
Palace
Edificio Armada de Chile, Valparaíso
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1 miSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Romanesque revival architecture
Sacred Hearts Church, Valparaíso
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~320 ftN
Square
Plaza Sotomayor, Valparaíso
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~1350 ftNW
Church, Historical place
Iglesia de la Matriz, Valparaíso
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~380 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Public art
Palacio Baburizza, Valparaíso
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1.4 miSE
Church
Capilla del Carmen, Valparaíso
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0.6 miSE
Arch
Arco Británico, Valparaíso
17 min walk • The British Arch, or Arco Británico, is a unique monument located in the heart of Valparaíso in Chile, symbolizing the strong ties between this city and Great Britain. This architectural gem, situated in the historic district of the city, was erected in tribute...
~120 ftNW
Park
Palacio de los Tribunales de Justicia, Valparaíso
1 min walk • The Palace of the Courts of Justice in Valparaíso is one of the most representative and historic buildings in the city, being a symbol of Chile's legal heritage. Located in the heart of the city, at Sotomayor Square, the court building is not only the center of the...
0.4 miSE
Square, Fountain, Historic walking areas
Plaza Aníbal Pinto, Valparaíso
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0.8 miSE
Church, Temple, Gothic Revival architecture
St. James Cathedral, Valparaíso
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Valparaíso, a UNESCO World Heritage city, stands the St. James Cathedral, a beacon of spiritual heritage and architectural splendor. This church, known locally as the Catedral de Santiago Apóstol de Valparaíso, is a testament to the religious...
~1450 ftE
Universities and schools, Neoclassical architecture
Edificio Luis Cousiño, Valparaíso
8 min walk • Edificio Luis Guevara Arias is a cruiseship shape building. This construction, located between Errázuriz Avenue and Blanco Street in Valparaíso, was the residence of textile tycoon Luis Guevara Arias; it was built between 1881 & 1883 years. It was abandoned for many years, several establishment have was there without luck.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to El Peral funicular?

Nearby attractions include Palacio de los Tribunales de Justicia, Valparaíso (1 min walk), Edificio Armada de Chile, Valparaíso (2 min walk), Plaza Sotomayor, Valparaíso (2 min walk), Palacio Baburizza, Valparaíso (2 min walk).

How to get to El Peral funicular by public transport?

The nearest stations to El Peral funicular:

Train

Ascensor El Peral (1 min walk)
Ascensor Cordillera (4 min walk)

Bus

Estacion de Buses (29 min walk)