Travel guide · Chile
Santiago: what to see and when to go
Santiago is Chile's capital, a big modern city in a valley with the snow-capped Andes as its backdrop. Its leafy neighbourhoods, markets and wine make it a good base for the vineyards, the coast at Valparaíso and, in winter, the ski resorts above the city.
What to see and do in Santiago
Plaza de Armas and the old centre
The cathedral, the history museum and the nearby Mercado Central for fresh seafood.
Cerro San Cristóbal
A funicular or hike up to a park with a statue of the Virgin and a view of the city and the Andes.
Bellavista and Lastarria
Cafés, street art, bookshops and restaurants in two of the most pleasant districts for walking.
Museum of Memory and Human Rights
A moving museum about the military dictatorship of 1973–1990.
Wine valleys and Valparaíso
Day trips to the Maipo and Casablanca vineyards, or to the colourful port of Valparaíso.
Best time to go
Pleasant all year round.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 15 hr, 30 min | ≈ €660 · See flights |
| New York | 11 hr, 15 min | ≈ €560 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 12 hr | ≈ €580 · See flights |
| Dubai | 19 hr, 30 min | ≈ €750 · See flights |
| Singapore | 21 hr, 30 min | ≈ €800 · See flights |
| Sydney | 15 hr, 15 min | ≈ €650 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €900 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Chile
- Currency
- Chilean Peso
- Good for
- city · mountains · food · nightlife
- How long to stay
- 3–4 days
- Where to stay
- Lastarria or Bellas Artes for walking and restaurants; Providencia for a quieter, residential feel with good metro links.Find a place to stay in Santiago
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Santiago and when should you go?
Pleasant all year round. Average highs range from 16° in June to 30° in January.
How many days do you need in Santiago?
3 to 4 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Santiago cost?
Accommodation runs at around €80 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €900 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 15 hr, 30 min.
Where should you stay in Santiago?
Lastarria or Bellas Artes for walking and restaurants; Providencia for a quieter, residential feel with good metro links.
