What to do in Santiago Metropolitan Region

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Viña Del Mar-Valparaiso -Casablanca -Reñaca-Oceanic Rock-Concon

Viña Del Mar-Valparaiso -Casablanca -Reñaca-Oceanic Rock-Concon

AU$59
per adult
Viña Del Mar-Valparaiso -Casablanca -Reñaca-Oceanic Rock-Concon
Santiago: Concha y Toro and Undurraga Vineyards Tour

Santiago: Concha y Toro and Undurraga Vineyards Tour

AU$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santiago: Concha y Toro and Undurraga Vineyards Tour
Santiago: Full day panoramic tour to ski resort Valle Nevado

Santiago: Full day panoramic tour to ski resort Valle Nevado

AU$80
per adult
Santiago: Full day panoramic tour to ski resort Valle Nevado
Inca Lagoon in Portillo

Inca Lagoon in Andes Mountain Range - Visit Local Vineyard with Tasting included

AU$114
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Inca Lagoon in Andes Mountain Range - Visit Local Vineyard with Tasting included
Discover Santiago: Tourist Bus, Cerro San Cristobal and Wine

Discover Santiago: Tourist Bus, Cerro San Cristobal and Wine

AU$142
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Santiago: Tourist Bus, Cerro San Cristobal and Wine
Full Day Guided Trip to Valparaíso Viña del Mar & Reñaca from Santiago

Full Day Guided Trip to Valparaíso Viña del Mar & Reñaca from Santiago

AU$46
per adult
Full Day Guided Trip to Valparaíso Viña del Mar & Reñaca from Santiago
Santiago: The Essentials City Tour & Optional Concha y Toro

Santiago: The Essentials City Tour & Optional Concha y Toro

AU$71
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santiago: The Essentials City Tour & Optional Concha y Toro
Cajon Del Maipo Including Wine with Picnic and Empanada

Cajon Del Maipo Including Wine with Picnic and Empanada

AU$143
per adult
Cajon Del Maipo Including Wine with Picnic and Empanada
Full day Vina del Mar and Valparaiso experience

Full day Vina del Mar and Valparaiso experience

AU$53
per adult
Full day Vina del Mar and Valparaiso experience
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1. Costanera Center

Take a break from Santiago’s historic attractions and urban parks to enjoy some retail therapy at the Costanera Center. This commercial and business center is home to a modern shopping mall with floor upon floor of independent stores and internationally famous brands. The complex also encompasses four skyscrapers occupied by hotels and offices, including the sparkling 984-foot (300-meter) tall Gran Torre Santiago, one of the highest structures in South America.
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2. Plaza de Armas

Lively and picturesque Plaza de Armas is the historic heart of Santiago. Admire important city landmarks, visit museums and art galleries, shop for handicrafts and watch street performers. Established by Pedro de Valdivia shortly after he founded the city in 1541, this leafy square has been the city’s pulsating epicenter for nearly five centuries.
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3. Palacio de la Moneda

Visit the Palacio de la Moneda (Coin Palace) to stand at the scene of notable events in Chilean history. Peak inside presidential offices and watch performances by marching bands. Inaugurated in 1805, the ornate neoclassical palace started life as Chile’s royal mint before becoming the official presidential residence and later the seat of government.
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4. Mercado Central

Allow your senses to run wild as the diversity of Chilean cuisine unfolds at the Mercado Central. This colorful and frenzied food market has been a quintessential part of Santiago’s daily life since 1872. Sample everything from colorful fruits and vegetables to freshly-baked breads and delicious plates of seafood.
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5. San Cristobal Hill

Rising from the heart of Santiago is the scenic peak of San Cristobal Hill (Cerro San Cristóbal). The 2,280-foot-tall (860-meter) hilltop offers unbeatable views across Santiago and out toward the breathtaking Andes mountain range. Cerro San Cristóbal is the highlight of Parque Metropolitano, Santiago’s largest urban park. Enjoy its landscaped green spaces, swimming pools, a zoo and kids’ playgrounds.
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What to do in Santiago Metropolitan Region

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Costanera Center

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Discover hundreds of retail outlets, cafés and restaurants, and see one of South America’s tallest buildings at this modern retail and business center.
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Providencia

Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Providencia. Top attractions like Costanera Center and Gran Torre Santiago 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.

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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.

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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.

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Lastarria

Travellers come to Lastarria for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lastarria District and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center while you're in town.

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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 Casacostanera or Santiago Metropolitan Park.

 

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Day trip destinations from Santiago Metropolitan Region

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Santiago

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Pirque

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Colina

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Melipilla

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Buin

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Curacaví