Valparaiso’s white sandy beaches are thronged by vacationers who want to spend some quality time relaxing in its tranquil environs and enjoy thrilling water sports in its warm clear waters including swimming, sailing and snorkeling. Off the sands, the city boasts an amazing assortment of historic edifices of which the age old Venetian churches are the most impressive one. Located in the heart of the city near Holiday homes Valparaiso, is Cathedral Church of Valparaiso, Perpetuo Socorro Church, San Luis Gonzaga Church, German Lutheran Church, and St. Paul's Anglican Church and many more. Roam around the bustling roads and hilly streets of Valparaiso, which are filled with a variety of shops selling trendy clothing, wooden artifacts, leather wear, exquisite jewelry, miniature paintings, and beautiful handicrafts and souvenir items. If you are an art connoisseur, visit the Museo de Bellas Artes de Valparaiso that displays an important collection of paintings dating from 1893. The Museo de Historia Natural de Valparaiso (Natural History Museum) is a worth visiting place for history buffs as it contains over 110,000 items, classified according to Natural Science, Archaeology and Historical Heritage. Other noted attractions in Valparaiso include Victoria Square, Viña del Mar, Anibal Pinto Square, La Campana National Park, Mt Alegre and Mt Concepcion. You can also enjoy a day trip to Santiago, which is known for its wide selection of tourist spots and vibrant life style.
Valparaiso hosts many exciting fairs and festivals all round the year, which attract numerous vacationers and Brazilians. Celebrated in the last week in the year is a grand annual carnival, which features colorful parades with beautifully decorated floats and live music. Artists and performers from all across the globe are invited to participate in this huge event and represent their unique culture and work through the medium of theater, music, and the performance art. People clad in colorful dresses walk around the bustling streets of the city and dance to the peppy tunes of special carnival songs. The celebration culminates with an exhilarating New Year fire work display followed by great live music and dance performances and a lavish dinner. During carnival times, Holiday homes Valparaiso remain fully occupied hence it is better to book your accommodation in Valparaiso house rentals well in advance.