Downtown Santiago Travel Guide
Santiago
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 trendy 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.
Top hotels in Downtown Santiago
Almacruz Hotel y Centro de Convenciones
The people are very friendly, the facilities are lovely and comfortable. It has a very interesting museum. It's well located.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Hotel HW Libertad
Helpful staff
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hotel Casa Zañartu
centrally located near subway. short walk to Lastarria and many great restaurants. Nice, helpful staff. Good WiFi and areas to use computer.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
LOFT Hotel by Sommelier Hoteles
Great service, clean rooms, perfect location.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Mercure Santiago Centro
Clean rooms, handy location. This is a mid range hotel & for that it’s great. Rooms a bit dark (just 1 more lamp per room please!) but good breakfast & staff keen to help. Ray at front desk is a champion.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
RQ Santiago
Good value for the money
Reviewed on 4 Dec 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.
San Miguel
When in San Miguel and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Movistar Arena or Fantasilandia and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lo Vial Station or Departamental Station.
Downtown Santiago Travel Guide
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