The Ultimate Guide to Santiago: Unlocking Every Hidden Gem
The Ultimate Guide to Santiago: Unlocking Every Hidden Gem
Valeria Campuzano
Are you eager to dive deeper into the heart of Santiago?
Look no further!
This guide is your key to unlocking the hidden (and some not so hidden) treasures of Santiago de Chile. I've meticulously curated a collection of museums, parks, cultural hubs, and off-the-beaten-path gems that are sure to enchant and captivate you.
I lived there for 3 months and had a lot of free time, so I took my time to find all these gems in the capital of Chile.
Whether you're craving the buzz of popular attractions or seeking the authentic charm cherished by locals, this guide has it all. Consider it your ultimate companion for exploring Santiago's rich tapestry of culture and heritage.
Join me on this journey and discover why this is truly the most comprehensive guide available online!"
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Santiago offers various museums all around the city. You can choose between several types of museums depending on your taste. ¿Want to see some art or maybe learn about the socialist governments?
Take a look below 👇
-MUSEUMS AND EXHIBITIONS
-ART
-PARKS AND VIEWPOINTS TO WATCH THE SUNSET
-HANDCRAFTS
-CHURCHES AND TEMPLES
-CINEMAS
-PALACES
-HISTORICAL PLACES
Museums and exhibitions
Almost every museum is closed on Mondays.

La Moneda Cultural Center
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Cultural and artistic exhibitions.
FREE ENTRANCE Tuesday and Sundays.
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Museum of Memory and Human Rights
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Museum about the dictatorship in Chile, advocating for human dignity.
FREE ENTRANCE Tuesday-Sunday.
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Gabriela Mistral Cultural Centre
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Cultural and artistic exhibitions.
FREE ENTRANCE Monday-Sunday
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Museo de Arte Colonial de San Francisco
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Museum in a pretty colonial house.
3000 CLP
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Art
I recommend you to check online which exhibitions are available in each museum.

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Ralli Museum Santiago
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Latin-American and European art collection. FREE entrance. Closed on Sundays
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Galería de Arte Contemporáneo Gabriela Mistral
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Chilean contemporary art.
FREE ENTRANCE
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Parks and viewpoints to watch sunset

San Cristóbal Hill
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You can use the cable car to get to the top. Check prices online
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Bicentenario Park
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Inés de Suárez Park
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Sculpture Park Museum
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Pedro de Valdivia Metropolitan Park Access
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My favourite park to run and do small hikes
Biggest park in Stgo. Multiple entrance, I recommend the Pedro de Valdivia one.
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Japanese Garden
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Araucano Park
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Handcrafts and small towns

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Churches & Temples
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Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago de Chile
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Free entrance, be respectful with the services
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Cinemas
Check the schedules and movies online or on their Instagram 🎬🍿🥤

Cineteca Nacional de Chile
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Cine Arte Normandie
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Centro Arte Alameda
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Palaces

Palacio Cousiño
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Palacio Pereira
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Palacio de La Alhambra
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Historical places

Villa Grimaldi
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Londres 38
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La Moneda Palace
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National Library of Chile
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Municipal Theatre of Santiago
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Valeria Campuzano
Hi! I am Valeria, my biggest dream is to travel the world full time, in the meanwhile I travel when my remote job allows me.
I lived in Prague for half a year, in Chile for 4 months and Mexico City.
My favourite trip so far was the O Circuit in Torres del Paine. Also climbing Acatenango in Guatemala and road tripping in Andalucia and South Portugal.
I try to travel on a budget, so be sure that you will save some money with my guides.
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