Leo SilvaRuta Valparaíso

Local private guide · Valparaíso, Chile

Leo Silva

Born and raised in the port. I'll show you my city the way locals walk it.

4.9 180 reviews on TripAdvisor
#12 of 135 things to do in Valparaíso

How I work

Really simple, without complications

I'm a local private tour guide, born and raised in town. You contact me, hire me, and I show you around under a local perspective, telling you stories, showing you the city's special identity.

Walking through hidden lanes and colorful corners, visiting charming art studios, local galleries and local restaurants, taking public buses and funiculars, getting in touch with the people and the bohemian spirit of Valparaíso.

To be with a local is the best for a unique place like Valparaíso. Come and see it through my eyes — I'll translate my culture to you in English, French, Portuguese and Spanish.

The tours

Four ways to walk the port

01

Half day

One neighbourhood in depth. Deep walking and public transport.

4 hours
02

Full day

Local and touristic neighbourhoods. Downhill walking, public transport and funiculars.

8 hours
03

Photographic

Exploring with the camera through local places and working-class hills.

8 hours
04

Guiding service

A guide for your group, your agency or your delegation.

On request

Every tour is tailored and arranged directly with me. Write to me and we'll build yours.

What it looks like

Trolleybuses, funiculars, alleyways and the fishing cove

The logical route everyone takes, out of a sense of safety, is the street — leaving unexplored precisely the most interesting part. The illogical route in Valparaíso is exactly this: walking into the alleyways.

Leo Silva — from “Callejones”

What travellers say

4.9 out of 5, from 180 reviews

Reviews published on TripAdvisor, quoted in their original language.

“Leo, himself, is such a treat, enthusiastic, funny and knowledgeable about so many things, including life itself.”

Dennis S · 2019 · TripAdvisor

“We got to experience both areas through the eyes of a local exploring places by foot, funicular, and van. Leo was informative, personable, and his English was excellent.”

RSW32, New York · 2019 · TripAdvisor

“I really got an in depth exploratory experience of everything that makes the city of Valparaiso a one of a kind destination from an authentic local perspective.”

TrailBlazer795597, Miami · 2019 · TripAdvisor

Contact

Let's talk and shape your tour

WhatsApp is fastest. You get me, not a contact form.

WhatsApp
+56 9 9844 3958
Email
leosilvatguide@gmail.com
Languages
English · Français · Português · Español
Where
Valparaíso, Chile