Unveiling the Treasures of Museo de Arqueología e Historia Francisco Fonck

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start from the center of Valparaíso. Head northeast on Av. Errázuriz towards Av. Brasil. Continue on Av. Brasil until you reach the intersection with Av. San Martín. Turn right onto Av. San Martín, which will lead you to the coastal area. Continue along the coast until you reach Viña del Mar. The museum is located at 4 Nte. 784, Viña del Mar. There is paid parking available nearby, so be prepared for parking fees.

• Public Transportation - Metro

  You can take the Metro from Valparaíso to Viña del Mar. Board the Metro at the Valparaíso station and travel towards Viña del Mar. Get off at the Viña del Mar station. From there, you can either walk or take a local bus. If walking, head east on Av. Valparaíso, then turn right onto Av. Libertad, and continue straight until you reach 4 Nte. 784, where the museum is located. The metro fare is approximately 1,000 CLP (Chilean Pesos).

• Public Transportation - Bus

  From Valparaíso, you can catch a bus to Viña del Mar from the main bus terminal. Buses frequently travel between these two cities and the ride takes about 30 minutes. Look for buses headed to Viña del Mar and ask the driver to drop you off at the nearest stop to Av. Libertad. Once you disembark, walk east along Av. Valparaíso, turn right onto Av. Libertad, and continue to 4 Nte. 784. The bus fare is around 1,500 CLP.

• Walking

  If you are already in Viña del Mar, walking to the museum can be a pleasant option! From the Viña del Mar Metro station, exit and head east on Av. Valparaíso. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Av. Libertad, then turn right. The museum will be on your left at 4 Nte. 784. This walk should take approximately 15-20 minutes.