Universidad de Playa Ancha, Valparaíso

Name: Universidad de Playa Ancha
Address: Avda. Guillermo González Hontaneda 855, Valparaíso, 2360003, Chile

#38 among attractions in Valparaíso

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Playa Ancha University of Educational Sciences, mostly known as Playa Ancha University or UPLA, is a public university in Valparaíso, Chile. It is part of the Chilean Traditional Universities, belonging to the Council of Rectors, a select group of twenty-five chilean universities. The university has two campuses: the major one in Playa Ancha, Valparaíso, and the second one in San Felipe. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 33°1'23"S, 71°38'31"W

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Avda. Guillermo González Hontaneda 855Cerro Playa AnchaValparaíso 2360003 Chile

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Universidad de Playa Ancha – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Edificio Armada de Chile, Plaza Sotomayor, Iglesia de la Matriz, Palacio Baburizza.

1.3 miSE
Palace
Edificio Armada de Chile, Valparaíso
34 min walk • The Edificio Armada de Chile is an iconic building located in the bustling port city of Valparaíso, Chile. This impressive structure serves as the headquarters for the Chilean Navy and stands as a testament to the naval history and maritime heritage of the nation.
1.3 miSE
Square
Plaza Sotomayor, Valparaíso
34 min walk • Plaza Sotomayor is a central square that lies at the heart of Valparaíso, a vibrant port city in Chile known for its steep funiculars and colorful clifftop homes. The square is not only a public space but also a historical monument, reflecting the rich maritime...
1.1 miSE
Church, Historical place
Iglesia de la Matriz, Valparaíso
28 min walk • The Iglesia de la Matriz, nestled in the heart of Valparaíso, Chile, stands as a beacon of history and faith amidst the vibrant colors and steep hills of this UNESCO World Heritage city. This church, the oldest in Valparaíso, has witnessed the growth and changes of...
1.4 miSE
Museum, Art museum, Public art
Palacio Baburizza, Valparaíso
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Valparaíso, Chile, the Palacio Baburizza stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This elegant museum, once a stately mansion, is an architectural gem that commands attention with its striking Art Nouveau design.
1.3 miSE
Park
Palacio de los Tribunales de Justicia, Valparaíso
34 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...
1.6 miSE
Universities and schools, Neoclassical architecture
Edificio Luis Cousiño, Valparaíso
40 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.
1.3 miSE
Historical place
El Peral funicular, Valparaíso
35 min walk • 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.
1.5 miSE
33°2'28"S • 71°37'40"W
Espacio G, Valparaíso
38 min walk • Museum, Shopping
~730 ftNE
Sport venue, Football, Sport
Estadio Elías Figueroa Brander, Valparaíso
4 min walk • Estadio Elías Figueroa Brander, formerly known as Estadio Regional Chiledeportes and Estadio Municipal de Valparaíso, is a multi-purpose stadium in Valparaíso, Chile. It is commonly known as Estadio Playa Ancha, due to the suburb where it is located.
1.1 miS
33°2'17"S • 71°38'44"W
Whale Watching Chile, Valparaíso
27 min walk • Dolphin and whale watching
0.9 miSE
33°1'55"S • 71°37'49"W
Paseo 21 de Mayo, Valparaíso
24 min walk • View point