Plaza Completo

Plaza Completo is a central square in Valparaíso with classical buildings featuring maritime design elements that face the Pacific Ocean at sea level. The Chilean Navy headquarters form one boundary of this open space, creating a formal gathering area.

The square was established in 1886 to support Valparaíso's growing port district and became an important center for maritime activities. Its creation reflected the city's increasing reliance on sea trade and naval power.

The monument in the center tells the story of Chilean naval history and serves as a gathering point where locals and visitors come together near the water's edge. This location reflects how the city's maritime identity remains woven into everyday public spaces.

The square sits at a central location reachable by buses and metro from anywhere in the city, making it easy to reach. Since the area sits at sea level below the steep hills of Valparaíso, be prepared for some elevation changes when approaching from other neighborhoods.

The square hosts regular naval ceremonies where sailors perform traditional military rituals in full dress uniforms. These events happen without fixed schedules, sometimes offering visitors unexpected moments to witness formal military culture in action.