32 Quirky College Towns Where Every Street Feels Like a Movie Set

19. Valparaíso, Chile – A Kaleidoscope of Color and Creativity

Valparaíso is not your typical college town—it’s a living work of art. Home to Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, this Chilean port city is a maze of brightly colored buildings stacked on steep hills, covered in murals and street art. The narrow alleyways, winding staircases, and vintage funiculars give it the feel of a vibrant indie film or a lively, animated dreamscape. The artistic energy here is infectious, as musicians, painters, and poets turn the streets into an open-air gallery. Valparaíso is perfect for a visually stunning film about creativity, rebellion, or romance in a city where every wall tells a story.