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Popular places to visit
University of Santiago-Chile
Explore Chile’s oldest public university and enjoy free concerts and cultural events at this historic educational institution.
Costanera Center
Discover hundreds of retail outlets, cafés and restaurants, and see one of South America’s tallest buildings at this modern retail and business center.
Parque Arauco Mall
During your trip to Santiago, you can do some window-shopping at Parque Arauco Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this vibrant area.
Plaza de Armas
This historic central square is home to magnificent works of architecture, museums and a nice blend of city workers, street performers and artisans.
Palacio de la Moneda
Visit the courtyards of this magnificent neoclassical palace, watch the changing of the guard ceremony and enjoy contemporary and visual art exhibitions.
Santa Lucia Hill
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.
Activities
Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip
Inca Lagoon in Andes Mountain Range - Visit Local Vineyard with Tasting included
Discover Santiago Half Day Guided Tour Included Local Snack
Valparaiso Port and Vina del Mar Full-Day Tour from Santiago
Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic
Santiago: Portillo, Inca Lagoon with Optional Aconcagua Park
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Other neighbourhoods around Estación Central
Barrio Yungay
If you're spending time in Barrio Yungay, check out sights like Museum of Memory and Human Rights or Salvador Allende Solidarity Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Quinta Normal Station or Cumming Station.
Downtown Santiago
Noted for its museums and art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Santiago. Top attractions like Fantasilandia and Palacio de la Moneda are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Toesca Station or O'Higgins Park Station to see more of the city.
Cerrillos
Well liked for its museums and shopping, Cerrillos is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mall Plaza Oeste and Museo Nacional Aeronautico y del Espacio, and jump on the metro at Cerrillos Station to get around the city.
Pudahuel
Travellers can't get enough of the abundant dining options in Pudahuel. If you want to get around town and see some sights, jump on the metro at Pudahuel Station.
Bellas Artes
Museums, coffee shops and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Bellas Artes. Sights like Museo Arte de Luz and National Archive are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Santiago area at Bellas Artes Station.
Independencia
Well liked for its museums and parks, Independencia is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Hipodromo Chile and Museo Municipal de Arte Moderno, and jump on the metro at Plaza Chacabuco Station to get around the city.