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Top Things to Do in Santiago 🇨🇱 | Chile Travel Guide

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Discover the vibrant heart of Chile in Santiago with this curated guide to its top attractions. From historical plazas and lush urban hills to charming European-inspired streets and bustling markets, experience the diverse culture and stunning beauty of this captivating South American capital.

  • Santa Lucía Hill

    A beautiful park built on an old volcano, where the city of Santiago was named in the 1500s.

  • San Cristóbal Hills

    A spot to watch the sunset over Santiago, accessible by foot, bus, funicular, or teleférico (cable car).

  • Barrio Paris-Londres

    A beautiful neighborhood in Santiago meant to represent Paris and London architecture.

  • Flag Square

    A square featuring a large Chilean flag, where the colors represent the Andes, the Pacific Ocean, and the blood spilled for independence.

  • Plaza de La Constitución

    An important square in Santiago, home to the presidential building La Moneda and adorned with Chilean flags.

  • Plaza de Armas

    The center of Santiago, founded in 1541 by Spanish conquistadors, featuring buildings, fountains, and parks.

  • Castillo Hidalgo

    A castle constructed on top of Santa Lucia Hill in 1816, used as a fortress after Chile's independence.

  • Mercado Central

    A central market where one can order delicious Chilean food.

  • Santo Domingo Church

    A beautiful church that was not finished until 1779, standing on top of old ruins of old churches.