Pictures of Downtown Santiago

• Santiago
• Chile
• South America
• World

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. 

Whale skeletons, fossils and artifacts from ancient civilizations present a glimpse into the diverse cultural history of Chile and South America.

Admire the majestic architecture and picturesque gardens of this historic building, which was once home to the National Congress of Chile.

Whale skeletons, fossils and artifacts from ancient civilizations present a glimpse into the diverse cultural history of Chile and South America.

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.

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.

Whale skeletons, fossils and artifacts from ancient civilizations present a glimpse into the diverse cultural history of Chile and South America.

Admire the majestic architecture and picturesque gardens of this historic building, which was once home to the National Congress of Chile.

Whale skeletons, fossils and artifacts from ancient civilizations present a glimpse into the diverse cultural history of Chile and South America.

Whale skeletons, fossils and artifacts from ancient civilizations present a glimpse into the diverse cultural history of Chile and South America.

Learn about Chile’s history at this superb museum, which is housed in an elegant neoclassical palace. 

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.

Learn about Chile’s history at this superb museum, which is housed in an elegant neoclassical palace. 

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

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.

Discover a vast collection of pre-Colombian art, which presents a glimpse into the life and cultures of Latin America’s indigenous groups.

Whale skeletons, fossils and artifacts from ancient civilizations present a glimpse into the diverse cultural history of Chile and South America.

Learn about the crimes against human rights committed during Chile’s dictatorship years and the reign of controversial military leader Augusto Pinochet.

Learn about Chile’s history at this superb museum, which is housed in an elegant neoclassical palace. 

Whale skeletons, fossils and artifacts from ancient civilizations present a glimpse into the diverse cultural history of Chile and South America.

Whale skeletons, fossils and artifacts from ancient civilizations present a glimpse into the diverse cultural history of Chile and South America.

This early 20th-century railway station building has been restored to its original glory to become an important venue for public events.

Discover a remarkable display of both national and international modern art housed in an elegant early 20th-century neoclassical palace.