santiago, chile

PLAN YOUR TRIP TO SANTIAGO!

scenic. dynamic. cultural

Santiago is mountains. Cradled between the snowcapped Andes and the rolling Chilean Coastal Range, the city offers stunning views at every turn. A 10-day trip gives you time to explore its many distinct neighborhoods—each with its own character—or to settle into a favorite barrio and make it your own. Stroll leafy parks, sip a café cortado in a sidewalk café, or wander through bustling markets brimming with fresh fruit, flowers, and local crafts. Culinary delights are everywhere: dig into fresh Pacific seafood, savor a glass of world-class Chilean wine, or try a completo (Chile’s famous loaded hot dog). Adventure-seekers can ride the funicular up Cerro San Cristóbal for sweeping views, explore cutting-edge art galleries, or catch live music and nightlife in Bellavista. When you’re ready to venture farther, day trips to Maipo Valley vineyards, the colorful port city of Valparaíso, or ski resorts in the Andes are within easy reach. Whether you’re tasting, hiking, shopping, or simply soaking in the mountain air, Santiago invites you to experience Chile’s capital with all your senses.

Santiago is a capital city framed by the Andes, with easy public transportation, walkable neighborhoods, and a central location that makes day trips to vineyards, mountains, and the coast a breeze!

Santiago blends history, culture, and natural beauty in one dynamic city. Wander through the Plaza de Armas, the historic heart of the capital, where colonial architecture meets lively street life. Ride the funicular or cable car up Cerro San Cristóbal for sweeping views of the Andes framing the city skyline. Explore the bohemian neighborhood of Bellavista, bursting with colorful street art, cafés, and nightlife, or stroll leafy Lastarria, known for its galleries, boutiques, and wine bars. Museums like the Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino and the Museum of Memory and Human Rights reveal Chile’s rich past, while modern high-rises like the Gran Torre Santiago show its contemporary side. What makes Santiago truly special is its location: in just a short drive, you can be skiing in the Andes, sipping wine in the Maipo Valley, or watching the waves crash on the Pacific coast.

Chilean cuisine blends hearty flavors from the land and sea. Don’t miss empanadas de pino (baked pastries with beef, onion, and egg) or the famous completo, a hot dog piled high with avocado, tomato, and mayo. Comfort foods like cazuela (meat and vegetable soup) and pastel de choclo (a sweet corn and meat pie) are local staples, while fresh ceviche showcases Chile’s long coastline. For something sweet, try alfajores filled with dulce de leche or cool off with a mote con huesillo, a refreshing peach-and-wheat drink.

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