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
Santa Lucia Hill showing a city and cbd
Forest Park showing a city and a park

Popular places to visit

Santiago which includes a city and a square or plaza as well as a large group of people

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
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
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 trendy 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
Santiago showing street scenes

Barrio París-Londres

In a quiet corner of Santiago’s city center is a neighborhood decorated with landmarks reminiscent of two of Europe’s most architecturally impressive cities.

Barrio París-Londres

Activities

Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip

Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip

AU$68
per adult
Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip
Inca Lagoon in Portillo

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

AU$153
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Inca Lagoon in Andes Mountain Range - Visit Local Vineyard with Tasting included
Valparaiso Hills

Valparaiso Port and Vina del Mar Full-Day Tour from Santiago

AU$122
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Valparaiso Port and Vina del Mar Full-Day Tour from Santiago
Discover Santiago Half Day Guided Tour Included Local Snack

Discover Santiago Half Day Guided Tour Included Local Snack

AU$91
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Discover Santiago Half Day Guided Tour Included Local Snack
Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic

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

AU$55
per adult
80% 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
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Our pick of the best Downtown Santiago Hotel Deals

He Wang Hotel
He Wang Hotel
3.5 out of 5
22 Libertad, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
The price is AU$92 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$92
7 July - 8 July
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Costanera Center and Plaza de Armas are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
"Nice property and customer service"

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

He Wang Hotel
Hotel Plaza San Francisco
Hotel Plaza San Francisco
4 out of 5
Alameda 816, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is AU$256 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$256
1 July - 2 July
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (916 reviews)
"Central and classy"

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Hotel Plaza San Francisco
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$140 per night from 23 June to 24 June
AU$140
23 June - 24 June
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (972 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Mercure Santiago Centro
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
4 out of 5
Jose Victorino Lastarria 299, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is AU$155 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$155
26 June - 27 June
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (829 reviews)
"The front desk staff were amazingly helpful to us during our stay - lining up our airport shuttles and helping us get bus tickets to Valparaiso. The room was lovely and accommodating. Great experience!"

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
LOFT Hotel by Sommelier Hoteles
LOFT Hotel by Sommelier Hoteles
3 out of 5
264 Miraflores, Santiago, Santiago
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$59 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$59
29 June - 30 June
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
"Staff were all very nice and helpful. I stayed there for 2 nights and came back to stay another two weeks later. Everything is good."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

LOFT Hotel by Sommelier Hoteles
Almacruz Hotel y Centro de Convenciones
Almacruz Hotel y Centro de Convenciones
4 out of 5
San Antonio 65, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is AU$139 per night from 27 June to 28 June
AU$139
27 June - 28 June
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (569 reviews)
"I researched the area when booking, and this hotel from visual sites and ratings seems accommodating.. I checked off my boxes once I arrived. I was greeted and welcomed. A comfortable bed, a hot shower, and a cold room with A/C. They also offered breakfast, which hit the spot. The hotel is located ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Almacruz Hotel y Centro de Convenciones
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santiago

Santa Lucia Hill which includes a park, street scenes and a castle

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 street scenes and café lifestyle 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.

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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 featuring 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 featuring 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.

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Independencia

Well liked for its museums and parks, Independencia is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Hipodromo Chile and Museo Municipal de Arte Moderno, and jump on the metro at Plaza Chacabuco Station to get around the city.

Independencia

Downtown Santiago Travel Guide

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