The classic ascensor ride in Valparaiso! No queue, extremely affordable, authentic, great view... Fun! More

This is a great piece of Valparaiso heritage and a fun way to avoid climbing a steep hill! There are two carriages, both uniquely painted with the typical multicoloured Valparaiso style. They're rickerty and old running along a slightly wonky looking track and you do find yourself holding your breath a little wondering if you'll make it to the top,... More

Riding up the old "elevators" to the top of the hill was awesome. They are painted beautifully and it is a cheap and fun ride to the top. Then we walked around up top and had a wonderful view of the harbor. We ate lunch at a restaurant at the top and i had Pastel de Choclo a must try... More

Fun way to get to a great view. Carriage could do with updating, but a pleasant experience. Lovely stalls at the top and it was topped off by a guy playing a termite didgeridoo shaped like a French Horn. Great Day More

This funicular is an alive particle of railway history, what else can be said about that? More

It seems that this railway functions only because Unesco told Chileans that this is their heritage. Old, not that clean (though Valpo itself is not that clean :) ). Worth a visit if you're nearby, not worth if travelling from far away. More

it was fun to ride a piece of history to our cooking class! More

If you like a gentrified neighborhood with lots of tourists where you can spend your vacation funds on food, drink, art and souvenirs, this is the place. Definitely not for everyone but well done and an interesting walkabout. More

This is one of about a dozen ascensors still in operation; not the oldest, but it does offer the longest ride at 175 metres. It also offers one of the best views of city and harbour once you reach the top. Lastly, the exterior walls and roof have been painted with murals, and for only 300 pesos (less than a... More