4 Nov 2025
Valdivia
ACTIVITIES:
HANDICRAFTS
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NAUTICAL EXPERIENCES
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TYPICAL CELEBRATIONS
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NIGHTLIFE
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MORE ADVENTURE
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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
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WINE AND GASTRONOMY
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NATURE AND ECOTOURISM
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SHOPPING
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TYPICIAL CUISINE
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PARKS AND NATURE RESERVES
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
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CULTURE AND HERITAGE
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OBSERVATION OF FLORA, FAUNA, AND LANDSCAPES
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CASINOS
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WORLD HERITAGE SITES
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OUTDOOR LIFE
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RURAL TOURISM
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CITY TOUR
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HOT SPRINGS
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CULTURAL SPACES
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LAKES AND VOLCANOES CIRCUIT
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URBAN TOURISM
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WINE AND FOOD FESTIVALS
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ADVENTURE AND SPORTS
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GASTRONOMIC NEIGHBORHOODS
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RIVER ADVENTURES
Updated on 21 de November, 2025
The pearl of the south
Located at the confluence of the Calle-Calle and Cau-Cau rivers, Valdivia is the capital of the Los Ríos Region and combines history, nature, and modernity. Known as “La Perla del Sur” (The Pearl of the South), here you can stroll through the Botanical Garden of the Universidad Austral, visit the Fluvial Market, tour Isla Teja, Oncol Park, and enjoy its exclusive craft breweries.
In addition, in its vicinity, the colonial forts built by the Spanish Crown in the 17th century are still maintained, such as those of Corral and Niebla, which you can visit to experience a true journey through time.
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Plan your trip to Valdivia
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Santiago
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Valdivia
How to get there
How to get there by air
The best option is to travel to the Pichoy Aerodrome (ZAL), which has direct flights from Santiago. This air terminal is located 32 km from Valdivia, and you will have to take a taxi, bus, or transfer to get there. Another option is the Cañal Bajo de Osorno Airport (ZOS), located 110 km (1 hour 45 minutes) away.
How to get there by land
From Santiago, you must drive along Route 5 South, a journey of 850 km (9 hours). Consider that the route includes tolls and that you must plan stops. You can take an intercity bus, whose journey lasts about 11 hours to the Valdivia terminal.
Must-Know Tips
The best time to visit Valdivia is from September to February. The weather is unpredictable, so bring a waterproof jacket, comfortable clothes, and sunscreen for boat trips. Take care of nature: do not leave garbage, respect the fauna, and prioritize sustainable experiences in parks and wetlands.
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