Recoleta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
San Cristobal Hill
Visit this picturesque hilltop and urban park, which has spectacular city views, walking trails, botanical gardens and family-friendly activities.
Santiago Metropolitan Park
Explore the great outdoors at Santiago Metropolitan Park, a lovely green space in Santiago. Discover the cafes and museums in this walkable area.
Costanera Center
Discover hundreds of retail outlets, cafés and restaurants, and see one of South America’s tallest buildings at this modern retail and business center.
Movistar Arena
Catch an event at Movistar Arena during your trip to Santiago. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Parque Arauco Mall
During your trip to Santiago, you can do some window-shopping at Parque Arauco Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this vibrant area.
Plaza de Armas
This historic central square is home to magnificent works of architecture, museums and a nice blend of city workers, street performers and artisans.
Activities
Santiago: Concha y Toro and Undurraga Vineyards Tour
Santiago Half-Day Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up & Food Sample
Cable Car, Funicular and Sightseeing Bus in Santiago one day
Discover Santiago: Tourist Bus, Cerro San Cristobal and Wine
The best walking tour in Santiago de Chile
Our pick of the best Recoleta Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG
"Nice beds, nice reception staff, security guy called David was really rude."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Mandarin Oriental, Santiago
"Amazing. All great. Top level."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Hotel Capital Bellet
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Novotel Santiago Las Condes
"Not good…"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
City Express by Marriott Santiago Aeropuerto Chile
"This hotel is a gem for a late flight out of Santiago. With breakfast running till 10:30AM and check out of 1PM, plus a well-equipped business center and a cafe, it was easy to pass the time productively while we waited for our time to go to the airport. Credit to consideration for international ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
ICON Hotel
"Muy buena atención, ubicación y las instalaciones muy buenas"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Recoleta
Providencia
Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Providencia. Top attractions like Costanera Center and Santiago Metropolitan Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Pedro de Valdivia Station or Los Leones Station to see more of the city.
Las Condes
Cafes, shopping and mountain views highlight some notable features of Las Condes. Make a stop by Alto Las Condes or KidZania Santiago while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hernando de Magallanes Station or Manquehue Station to get around town.
Downtown Santiago
Noted for its museums and art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Santiago. Top attractions like Fantasilandia and Palacio de la Moneda are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Toesca Station or O'Higgins Park Station to see more of the city.
Lastarria
Travellers come to Lastarria for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lastarria District and Museo de Artes Visuales while you're in town.
Vitacura
Vitacura is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Santiago Metropolitan Park or CasaPiedra Event and Conference Center.
