Visit Santiago - Chile

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Anyone who spends a few days in the Chilean capital is impressed by this little treasure in South America. Less explored and known than it should be, Santiago is a mixture of lived history and the modernity of a first world country. They, the people of Santiago, envy our natural beauty and lack of geographic features. We were surprised by the cleanliness and organization of the capital.

Chileans are polite and helpful, generally in a good mood, and they know how to explore the best the country has to offer. The beauties of the country are immense, and starting your trip in the capital is a very smart way to see all other places.

Santiago, by the way, is located in a central region, suitable for later discovering other cities. Hot in the summer and cold in the winter, Santiago's facility is being strategically located just a few hours from the beaches and, at the same time, from the ski resorts.

With more than six million inhabitants and all the facilities of a big city, the place stands out for its varied cuisine, rich in seafood, shopping options, grape cultivation, historic buildings and excellent quality subways.

The Andes, always in the background, make the moments lived there even more magical. Don't forget to drink plenty of raspberry juice and... have a nice ride!

What do you like to know the most when you travel? Parks, historic buildings, museums or beautiful views? Santiago has it all. Getting to know the city's sights is easy; most of the historical attractions are concentrated in the center and it is possible to reach many other parts of the capital via metro and walking! Put on comfortable shoes and get ready to walk!

There are many things to discover in Santiago; that's why it's important to plan your itinerary by region and type of program you prefer to do.

A few years ago, the Sky Costanera was inaugurated, an observatory on the top floors of a building that is 300 meters high. From the top, on clear days, you can admire the entire city and the magnificent Andes Mountains. The landscape of the place is incredible and not to be missed! Another advantage of visiting the place, which not everyone knows, is that every hour there is a guide at the observatory who tells you about the main attractions in Santiago and shows you where they are located. In this way, you have a kind of city tour in the heights, you can locate yourself, understand better about the city and know what you want to do during your stay.

Those who want to know the essentials must visit the center, where the Plaza de Armas is, which always has street artists and cultural performances. In front of this square is the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago, the most important Christian work in the city and the National Historical Museum, which has free admission.

After exploring the square, walk along Paseo Ahumada and head to La Moneda Palace, the seat of the Chilean presidency. In addition to the majestic construction, it is allowed to visit the palace (advance reservations are necessary) and on alternate days, attend the ceremony of the Chilean changing of the guards, which takes place at 10 am on alternate days. Taking pictures there is mandatory, a landmark of the city!

To get to know the quiet corners of Santiago better, some good options are to visit Cerro Santa Lucía - which, amidst the hectic movement of the center, offers a little rest - and the Metropolitan Park, where the famous Cerro San Cristóbal and the Zoo of Santiago. To visit the upper part of Parque Metropolitano you can use a funicular (iron vehicle that takes steep paths) or cable car, both the ascent and descent are very nice and the view of the park is beautiful!

If you like to do cultural programs and learn more about the history of the cities you visit, go to the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, the Museum of Memory and Human Rights, with a collection about the military period in Chile, La Chascona, one of the houses by Pablo Neruda in Chile, and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art, with which he tells a little about the history of the people who lived in America before the arrival of Europeans.

Santiago has accommodations for all budgets and in different locations. Among the most popular areas for accommodation are the city center, which in addition to being well located has cheaper accommodation, Providencia, which is excellent for those who want to have everything close by and Las Condes, a more modern area of ​​the Chilean capital.

In the most central region of Santiago, where the city's historic attractions are located, is the Sommelier Express hotel, a good option for those looking for cost-effective accommodation, and the CLH Suites, which has private and shared rooms.

Close to the Center is the Lastarria region, currently known as a great place to stay because of its good location and lively atmosphere, with several restaurants close by. In this area is the excellent hotel Cumbres Lastarria, which has modern rooms and Luciano K, a hotel located in an old building, but completely renovated, with cozy rooms and one of the first elevators in the city - a charm!

Providencia is certainly one of the places that tourists like to stay the most, especially around the Pedro de Valdivia, Los Leones and Tobalaba metro stations. This area has a large number of shops, restaurants, exchange offices and is also close to Costanera Shopping - with everything close to the hotel, it's easy to understand why this is one of the best places in town to stay! Staying in Providencia you can do a lot on foot and have easy access to the subway! In the neighborhood are the Ibis Santiago Providência, suitable for those looking for affordable accommodation, and the great Hotel Solace, which has a very good structure, is new and well located.

In Las Condes, a more modern and noble area of ​​the city, you will find a little more tranquility and calmer streets. If you want to stay in this region, an option for those who want to stay in a refined hotel is the W Santiago, with a mega structure and a great location. A little further away is the Plaza el Bosque Nueva Las Condes hotel, close to Shopping Parque Arauco and with a very beautiful view of the Andes.

Regardless of the neighborhood or hotel you choose, try to stay in an accommodation that has easy access to the city's subway, because that way you will be able to move around more easily.

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