A must to get the feel of Valparaiso. Pretty much hidden, like all the ascensors, but linking the esplanade area to the attractive Dimalow area. Living history, with efficient staff.

These types of funiculars are all over the city's hills and are the best way to get to the tops for great views and also to start your walking tours as you work your way down the hills.

This is a quick, fun, cheap (CHP100) ride. We went up at night. Being steep - and a bit old - it was noticeably wobbly during the ascent. Entrance was no problem. The board walkway at the exit has a nice view of the neighborhood.

After living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for a number of years with the two “inclines,” as they are referred to there I was eager to see what this local incline was like. The ride is inexpensive, 100 pesos each way, pay at the bottom. The ride...More

Visitors to Valparaiso must ride the ancient funiculars and this is one of the best. A short, cheap, scenic and well maintained, century old ride connects a place of great views, restaurants and hotels with the downtown area.

Just a short walk up the hill from Plaza Anibal Pinto this ascensor gets you up to a great neighborhood to walk around in. There is also a slide for the kids to try at the top. If there is a line at the top...More

The many “ascensors” in Valparaíso are worth using although sometimes difficult to find. Stick to the UNESCO area though as down town is scruffy ( not quaint) and not recommended late at night.