Bellas Artes Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
San Cristobal Hill
Visit this picturesque hilltop and urban park, which has spectacular city views, walking trails, botanical gardens and family-friendly activities.
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Other neighbourhoods around Bellas Artes
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- Costanera Center
- Parque Arauco Mall
- Plaza de Armas
- Palacio de la Moneda
- Julio Martinez Pradanos National Stadium
- Santa Lucia Hill
- El Colorado
- Santiago Town Square
- Concha Y Toro Winery
- Clinica Alemana
- Espacio Riesco Convention and Exhibition Center
- Clínica Indisa
- Clinica Las Condes
- University of Santiago-Chile
- Museum of Memory and Human Rights
- Parque Araucano