Downtown Santiago Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Santa Lucia Hill showing a garden, a pond and a castle
Santa Lucia Hill which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and street scenes
Forest Park showing a sunset and a garden as well as a large group of people
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Forest Park showing a city and a park

Popular places to visit

Palacio de la Moneda which includes an administrative building, a castle and street scenes

Palacio de la Moneda

3.5/5(23 reviews)

Visit the courtyards of this magnificent neoclassical palace, watch the changing of the guard ceremony and enjoy contemporary and visual art exhibitions.

Palacio de la Moneda
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Plaza de Armas

4/5(56 reviews)

This historic central square is home to magnificent works of architecture, museums and a nice blend of city workers, street performers and artisans.

Plaza de Armas
Santa Lucia Hill which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and street scenes

Santa Lucia Hill

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Climb the elegant stairs to the top of this central hill to enjoy panoramic views of Santiago and admire the ornate fountains, flower displays and amphitheater.

Santa Lucia Hill
Lastarria District

Lastarria District

During your trip to Santiago, you can do some window-shopping at Lastarria District. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.

Lastarria District
Mercado Central showing dining out, a city and interior views

Mercado Central

4/5(4 reviews)

Step inside this grand 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights and smells of fresh food stands and to sample delicious plates of fish and seafood.

Mercado Central
University of Chile featuring a statue or sculpture and street scenes as well as a large group of people

University of Chile

3.5/5(9 reviews)

Look around the historical buildings of Chile’s principal university for a glimpse into the lives of the local students and researchers.

University of Chile

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package

eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package

AU$8
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Latin America Package
Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip

Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip

AU$70
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip
Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic

Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic

AU$55
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic
Santiago: Portillo, Inca Lagoon with Optional Aconcagua Park

Santiago: Portillo, Inca Lagoon with Optional Aconcagua Park

AU$92
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santiago: Portillo, Inca Lagoon with Optional Aconcagua Park
Santiago: Concha y Toro Vineyard Tour w/ Transfer & Tasting

Santiago: Concha y Toro Vineyard Tour w/ Transfer & Tasting

AU$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santiago: Concha y Toro Vineyard Tour w/ Transfer & Tasting
Bahá'i Temple and Cousiño Macul Vineyard

Bahá'i Temple and Cousiño Macul Vineyard

AU$132
per adult
Bahá'i Temple and Cousiño Macul Vineyard
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Our pick of the best Downtown Santiago Hotel Deals

The Singular Santiago

The Singular Santiago

5 out of 5
Merced 294, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is AU$352 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$352
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
The Singular Santiago
Mercure Santiago Centro

Mercure Santiago Centro

3.5 out of 5
Av. Libertador Bernardo O Higgins, 632, Centro, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is AU$102 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$102
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Mercure Santiago Centro
Almacruz Hotel y Centro de Convenciones

Almacruz Hotel y Centro de Convenciones

4 out of 5
San Antonio 65, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$127 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$127
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Almacruz Hotel y Centro de Convenciones
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

4 out of 5
Jose Victorino Lastarria 299, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is AU$164 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$164
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
LOFT Hotel by Sommelier Hoteles

LOFT Hotel by Sommelier Hoteles

3 out of 5
264 Miraflores, Santiago, Santiago
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
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LOFT Hotel by Sommelier Hoteles
Luciano K Hotel

Luciano K Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Merced, 84, Lastarria, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
The price is AU$160 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$160
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
Luciano K Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santiago

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Barrio Brasil

Unique features of Barrio Brasil include the historical sites and gardens. Make a stop by Plaza Brasil or Basílica del Salvador while you're exploring the area.

Barrio Brasil
Santa Lucia Hill which includes street scenes, a garden and château or palace

Bellas Artes

4/5(5 area reviews)

Museums, coffee shops and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Bellas Artes. Sights like Museo Arte de Luz and National Archive are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Santiago area at Bellas Artes Station.

Bellas Artes
Lastarria featuring café scenes and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Lastarria

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

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.

Lastarria
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Barrio Italia

4/5(1 area review)

Barrio Italia is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Plaza Baquedano and Lastarria District if you have time to explore the area.

Barrio Italia
Bellavista which includes outdoor art and street scenes

Bellavista

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Bellavista is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Patio Bellavista and Santiago Metropolitan Park while you're in town.

Bellavista
University of Santiago-Chile showing modern architecture, railway items and interior views

Estación Central

While you're strolling through Estación Central, you may want to check out the gardens and live music. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Ecuador Station or Las Rejas Station.

Estación Central

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