Santiago

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National History Museum showing a city and street scenes
Museum of Memory and Human Rights showing modern architecture, a square or plaza and a pond
Santiago featuring street scenes and a city
Lastarria which includes cafe lifestyle and street scenes as well as a large group of people
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The capital city of Chile is famous for its colonial-era architecture, lively arts scene and breathtaking mountain scenery.

Santiago is dynamic, historic and entertaining with its art galleries and theaters, colonial architecture and modern shopping districts. Nestled between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, the picturesque Chilean capital has a pleasant temperate climate year-round.

Santiago’s heart is Plaza de Armas, an animated square surrounded by historical monuments. Visit the Catedral de Santiago and the National History Museum, housed in the elegant Palacio de la Real Audiencia. Sit at a café terrace and observe street performers, artisans and preachers. Discover ancient Latin American cultures at the nearby Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino.

Walk along the pedestrianized commercial street Paseo Ahumada to the iconic Santiago Stock Exchange Building. Tour the Palacio de la Moneda and see the visual arts exhibitions at the Centro Cultural La Moneda. Browse the Museo Nacional de Historia Natural in Quinta Normal Park.

Escape the city’s bustle at Parque Forestal and visit the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo. Sample local seafood, such as picocoros, at the Mercado Central. Explore the bohemian Bellavista neighborhood and visit La Chascona, the former home of the famous poet Pablo Neruda. Ride the funicular up to Cerro San Cristóbal for views of Santiago’s skyline and the Andes.

For more excellent views, climb Cerro Santa Lucía, where Pedro de Valdivia founded Santiago. See the nearby 16th-century Iglesia San Francisco and the Teatro Municipal de Santiago. The modern Providencia neighborhood is home to the mall and skyscrapers of the Costanera Center.

Santiago is a 2.5-hour drive from the Chilean coast and the border of Argentina. You can fly to Santiago Airport or take a long-distance bus from Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil or Peru.

Although relatively wealthy for a Latin American city, Santiago still has poverty. Take all regular precautions to have an enjoyable experience without incidents. Purchase a Bip!-card to make the most of Santiago’s comprehensive public transport system. Don’t miss the mural by Mario Toral at the Universidad de Chile metro station, symbolizing Chile’s past oppression and newfound freedom of expression.

Where to stay in Santiago

Providencia featuring cycling, a sporting event and street scenes

Providencia

Boasting high-rise apartments and elegant houses, this area offers access to Cerro San Cristóbal with its Virgin Mary statue, Metropolitan Zoo, and the Teleférico. Explore the nearby bohemian Barrio Bellavista, home to artists and performers.

Providencia
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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.

Las Condes
Santa Lucia Hill featuring a pond, chateau or palace and a park

Downtown Santiago

4/5(45 area reviews)

Central to Santiago Metropolitan Region, this commune boasts the oldest part of the city, including downtown and major government infrastructure like La Moneda palace.

Downtown Santiago
Vitacura which includes bird life and a pond

Vitacura

Boasting Santiago's most exclusive shopping street, Avenida Alonso de Córdova, with luxury boutiques like Louis Vuitton and Armani, this upscale area is also home to elite private schools and the Gliders Club. Easily accessible via Costanera Norte toll-way.

Vitacura
Lastarria which includes cafe lifestyle and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Lastarria

4.5/5(79 area reviews)

Lastarria is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lastarria District and Museo de Artes Visuales while in the area.

Lastarria
Bellavista showing street scenes and outdoor art

Bellavista

4.5/5(61 area reviews)

Travelers come to Bellavista for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Patio Bellavista and Santiago Metropolitan Park while you're in town.

Bellavista
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG

Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG

4 out of 5
Armando Cortinez Norte 2150, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
$154 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
$154 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,390 reviews)
"Always on top of our selections reserves"

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG
Wyndham Santiago Aeropuerto

Wyndham Santiago Aeropuerto

4.5 out of 5
Av. Americo Vespucio 1284, Santiago, Santiago
$120 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$120 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,066 reviews)
"It’s a great hotel if you want to stay close to the airport! Staff were very helpful and they organised shuttle bus for me and gave me great tips about the city."

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Wyndham Santiago Aeropuerto
Hotel Capital Bellet

Hotel Capital Bellet

3 out of 5
Saint Paul 1457 / Antonio Bellet 135, Santiago, Providencia
$73 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
$73 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (816 reviews)
"Good hotel in a quiet, safe area. Room was very clean. Good breakfast. Friendly staff."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Hotel Capital Bellet
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The Place

The Place

4 out of 5
La Gloria 47, Santiago
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
The Place-really great
"The rooms did not disappoint! I had a double terrace and it was really nice. I used the gym, which was minimal but got the job done. I attempted to extend my stay because I was so comfortable, but they were booked! I do want to share that the area is a bit noisy with a street view and the restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

The Place
Park Plaza Apart Hotel

Park Plaza Apart Hotel

3 out of 5
Av. Huerfanos 545, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (616 reviews)
"The keys to the room were not working and it required us to go to the reception and request an employee to open everytime that we needed to enter our room. We found that very inconvenient during our stay."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Park Plaza Apart Hotel
Time Suite - Comfort Apartments

Time Suite - Comfort Apartments

4 out of 5
Callao 2988, Las Condes, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Costanera Center ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (277 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Time Suite - Comfort Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Santiago

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
273
5 - Excellent 41%
4 - Good
315
4 - Good 47%
3 - Okay
70
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Tobin

shopping mall near the hotel was great !!!!!!! It was an easy walk from the hotel. We have nothing to say about our stay. TTBOYD

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Santiago was a short stop after our cruise and before flying home. We enjoyed walking in the parks and museum visits. We saw a little more defacing of the buildings from the student unrest than we expected.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful city, but there is a lot od pollution

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Local were kind and helpful when I needed directions to find places and sights.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

People we encountered were friendly and helpful especially with us not fluent in Spanish. We would like to return and see more of Santiago. Did visit the Railway Museum Santiago (Chile) and enjoyed that very much.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very nice city, a little concern in afternoons with the protests, but easy to avoid those areas.

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