Chile has so much to offer its visitors: stargazing in the driest desert in the world, millennial glaciers in the southernmost part of the planet, enchanted forests, and lakes located at the foot of massive volcanoes. It has islands full of legends, winemaking traditions, great challenges to be overcome, and the modern and accessible city of Santiago.
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Things to do in Santiago
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Centro Histórico
Centro Histórico
The Centro Histórico (Historic Center) of Santiago, Chile, is the quarter that gave rise to the city itself. Over the centuries, it has become the administrative, political, cultural, and financial heart of Santiago. This downtown area is where you’ll find the history of both Santiago and Chile, along with cultural points of interest. The original location for the base of power was around the Plaza de Armas, where some of the original buildings from the Spanish colonial period still stand.
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La Moneda Palace
La Moneda Palace
La Moneda Palace (Palacio de La Moneda), also known simply as La Moneda, is an iconic neoclassical building in Santiago, Chile. It serves as the official residence of the President of the Republic of Chile and houses the offices of three cabinet ministers: Interior, General Secretariat of the Presidency, and General Secretariat of the Government.
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Cerro San Cristóbal
Cerro San Cristóbal
Cerro San Cristóbal, also known as San Cristóbal Hill, is a prominent natural landmark in Santiago, Chile. Rising 880 meters (2,887 feet) above sea level, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the surrounding Andes Mountains. The hill is part of the larger Parque Metropolitano de Santiago, a vast urban park that includes walking trails, picnic areas, and a funicular railway that takes visitors to the summit.
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Valparaíso
Valparaíso
Valparaíso, located on the central coast of Chile, is a vibrant and colorful port city with a rich cultural heritage. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and steep hills, Valparaíso is famous for its picturesque architecture, winding alleys, and colorful houses that cling to the hillsides like a living mosaic.
Resturants in Santiago
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Oporto Steak Bar
Oporto Steak Bar
Oporto Steak Bar in Santiago, Chile, offers a modern and eclectic dining experience. Under the guidance of Chef Felipe Durán and the style of Gino Falcone, this steak bar seamlessly blends purity with avant-garde.
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Zanzibar
Zanzibar
Zanzibar, located in Santiago, Chile, invites guests on a global culinary journey. With an exotic decor and a popular rooftop, it offers dishes from distant lands—Thai, Moroccan, Vietnamese, Japanese, Pakistani, and Lebanese.
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Karai by Mitsuharu
Karai by Mitsuharu
Karai by Mitsuharu in Santiago, Chile, offers a culinary extravaganza in an exclusive atmosphere. Chef Mitsuharu’s Nikkei Cuisine spin brings limitless possibilities—a fusion of Japanese, Peruvian, and Asian flavors.
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La Cabrera Chile Isidora
La Cabrera Chile Isidora
La Cabrera Chile Isidora in Santiago, Chile, is a renowned Argentinean-style parrilla. Latin America’s 50th Best Restaurant from 2013 to 2016, it offers an exceptional dining experience.
Santiago Nightlife
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La Feria
La Feria
La Feria, a Chilean mainstay for 23 years, stands as a beacon for electronic music enthusiasts in Santiago. This intimate club, with a capacity of 300, defies its size by attracting global headliners like Sasha, Maceo Plex, and Carl Cox.
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Club de Jazz de Santiago
Club de Jazz de Santiago
Club de Jazz de Santiago, located in the La Reina district of Santiago, Chile, has been a musical haven for jazz enthusiasts since 1943. As one of the oldest jazz clubs in Latin America, it continues to thrive as a space dedicated to the genre.
Events in Santiago
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K-Pop Fantasy Night
K-Pop Fantasy Night
Held at the Myriam Isabel del Rosario Maluenda Araya Transportes E.I.Rl. venue, this immersive experience features real-time conversations with fellow fans, exciting quizzes, games, and participatory voting on various topics.
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Rodeo Season
Rodeo Season
Rodeo season in Santiago, Chile begins in September and lasts until April. It’s a thrilling time for fans of Chilean rodeo—a proud tradition that dates back over 400 years.