Downtown Santiago Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Santiago
Popular places to visit
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.
Lastarria District
During your trip to Santiago, you can do some window-shopping at Lastarria District. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.
Mercado Central
Step inside this grand 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights and smells of fresh food stands and to sample delicious plates of fish and seafood.
University of Chile
Look around the historical buildings of Chile’s principal university for a glimpse into the lives of the local students and researchers.
Activities
Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip
Santiago: Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso Trip with Picnic
Santiago: Concha y Toro Vineyard Tour w/ Transfer & Tasting
Santiago: Portillo, Inca Lagoon with Optional Aconcagua Park
The best walking tour in Santiago de Chile
Santiago: Concha y Toro and Undurraga Vineyards Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Santiago Hotel Deals
He Wang Hotel
Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025
LOFT Hotel by Sommelier Hoteles
Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025
Mercure Santiago Centro
Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
The Singular Santiago
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Hotel Plaza San Francisco
Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Santiago
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.
Lastarria
Travellers come to Lastarria for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lastarria District and Museo de Artes Visuales while you're in town.
Barrio Italia
Barrio Italia is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Plaza Baquedano and Lastarria District if you have time to explore the area.
Bellavista
Bellavista is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Patio Bellavista and Santiago Metropolitan Park while you're in town.
Estación Central
While you're strolling through Estación Central, you may want to check out the gardens and live music. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Ecuador Station or Las Rejas 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.