Viña del Mar National Botanical Garden: A Natural Sanctuary
Discover Chile's diverse flora at Viña del Mar National Botanical Garden: a serene escape with themed gardens, rare plants, and family-friendly activities.
Escape the city bustle at the Viña del Mar National Botanical Garden, a sprawling oasis dedicated to preserving Chile's diverse flora. Explore themed gardens, native forests, and unique plant collections, including the rare Toromiro tree from Easter Island, offering a tranquil retreat for nature lovers of all ages.
A brief summary to Viña del Mar National Botanical Garden
- Cam. El Olivar 305, Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso, 2520000, CL
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy cooler temperatures.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the garden has many winding paths to explore.
- Bring a picnic to enjoy in the designated areas amidst the beautiful surroundings.
- Check the schedule for special events or workshops during your visit.
- Bring cash for the bus, as it is the most popular form of public transportation.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From central Valparaíso, take the Metro Valparaíso train towards Limache. Get off at the Viña del Mar station. From there, take bus line 115 or 120 towards Avenida San Martín. Get off near the intersection with Cam. El Olivar and walk approximately 10 minutes east to reach the garden. The bus fare is around 500 CLP.
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Taxi/Ride-share
From central Valparaíso, a taxi or ride-share (Uber/Cabify) to the garden takes approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic. Input 'Viña del Mar National Botanical Garden' or the address 'Cam. El Olivar 305, 2520000 Valparaíso'. The fare typically ranges from 6,000 to 10,000 CLP.
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Driving
From Valparaíso, head south on Av. Pedro Montt towards the Ruta 68 highway. Merge onto Ruta 68 and follow signs for Viña del Mar. After approximately 10 km, take the exit toward Viña del Mar/Quilpué. Continue straight on Av. Libertad and then turn left onto Av. San Martín. Follow Av. San Martín until you reach the intersection with Cam. El Olivar. Turn right onto Cam. El Olivar; the garden will be on your left at Cam. El Olivar 305. On-site parking is available for an extra fee of 3,000 CLP.
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