# Tourist Attractions in Santiago ![Santiago](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/places/locality-133-329a2e7f7b.webp) [Home](https://super.tours/)›[South America](https://super.tours/south-america)›[Chile](https://super.tours/south-america/chile)›[Región Metropolitana de Santiago](https://super.tours/south-america/chile/regio-n-metropolitana-de-santiago)›Santiago # Tourist Attractions in Santiago The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Santiago. Photos, reviews, descriptions, and links to maps. **20** Attractions **★4.6** Average rating **8** Categories ## About Santiago Santiago blends a dramatic Andean backdrop with a cosmopolitan pulse that makes it a compelling gateway to Chile’s landscapes. In the city center, Plaza de Armas anchors centuries of history, while La Moneda and surrounding government district offer stately architecture and cultural performances. Bellavista and Lastarria are buzzing neighborhoods for street art, cafés, and nightlife, and Cerro San Cristóbal rewards visitors with sweeping views after a funicular ride. Outside the city, the Maipo Valley wine routes beckon, and nearby museums, parks, markets, and gastronomic feasts give travelers a vivid sense of Chilean life and modern Latin flair. Quick facts * Country Chile * Region Región Metropolitana de Santiago * Population 6,139,087 * Attractions 20 * Average rating 4.6 / 5 * Top category Park * Total reviews 474,660 [ ![Agoda](https://super.tours/assets/img/agoda-logo.svg) **Find the best-value stay in Santiago** Compare hotels, apartments and resorts across Chile — free cancellation on most stays. See deals ](https://super.tours/go/hotels/133) ## Top-20 Tourist Attractions in Santiago Sort by Most popular Top rated Most reviewed Name A–Z Category Category All20 Park7 Museum6 Government office1 Landmark1 Market1 Religious site1 Theme park1 Zoo1 Show less Amenities & access Step-free entrance15 Good for kids13 Cards accepted10 Accessible parking10 Accessible restroom8 Dogs allowed7 Restroom3 Parking2 Accessible seating1 Show less Reset ![Bicentennial Park — Park, rated 4.8/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/bicentennial-park.webp) 1 Park ### [Bicentennial Park](#a-bicentennial-park) 4.8 ★★★★★ 54,887 reviews Parqué Bicentenario in Santiago is a bright, family-friendly urban oasis set along the Mapocho River in the Vitacura district. Spanning several hectares, it combines wetland lagoons, grassy promenades, artful sculptures, and shady trees with wide bike and jogging paths. It’s ideal for a relaxing stroll, a picnic, or a balanced day of outdoors and café stops, with frequent farmers markets and seasonal performances adding local color. Expect clean, safe grounds, vivid flower beds, and skyline views to the Andes; free entry, well-marked routes, and ample photo-worthy moments for visitors of all ages. Av. Bicentenario 3236, Vitacura, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Monday8:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Tuesday8:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Wednesday8:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Thursday8:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Friday8:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Saturday8:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Sunday8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Good for kids Dogs allowed Cards accepted Entrance Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2247) ![Santiago Metropolitan Park — Park, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/santiago-metropolitan-park.webp) 2 Park ### [Santiago Metropolitan Park](#a-santiago-metropolitan-park) 4.7 ★★★★★ 44,386 reviews Santiago Metropolitan Park is a sprawling green oasis perched on Cerro San Cristóbal, offering panoramic views of the Chilean capital and the surrounding Andes. This urban haven combines lush trails, botanical gardens, and the iconic San Cristóbal Hill funicular, making it ideal for walkers, joggers, and families. Visitors can explore the Chilean National Zoo, enjoy statue-and-viewpoint overlooks, or simply picnic amid pine, cypress, and oleander. Expect fresh air, scenic city vistas, cultural events in open spaces, and easy access from central Santiago, with diverse picnic spots and shaded paths to suit all ages. Pío Nono 450, Recoleta, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM * Monday6:00 AM – 7:30 PM * Tuesday6:00 AM – 7:30 PM * Wednesday6:00 AM – 7:30 PM * Thursday6:00 AM – 7:30 PM * Friday6:00 AM – 7:30 PM * Saturday6:00 AM – 7:30 PM * Sunday6:00 AM – 7:30 PM Good for kids Dogs allowed Cards accepted Entrance Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2250) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2250) ![Sky Costanera — Landmark, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/sky-costanera.webp) 3 Landmark Scenic Spot ### [Sky Costanera](#a-sky-costanera) 4.7 ★★★★★ 25,569 reviews Sky Costanera, the iconic observation deck perched atop the Gran Torre Santiago, is the highest viewpoint in South America, offering breathtaking 360-degree panoramas of Santiago’s skyline, the Andes, and the Andean foothills. Visitors ride fast elevators to two levels of glass-walled terraces, where daylight reflections and twilight city lights transform the horizon into a living map of Chile’s capital. The experience blends modern architecture with urban culture, includes interactive displays, a café, and museum-like exhibits that illuminate the city’s history and future, making it a must for first-time and returning travelers. Av. Andrés Bello 2425, 7510689 Providencia, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM * Monday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM * Tuesday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM * Sunday10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Entrance Parking Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2252) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2252) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2252) ![Santa Lucía Hill — Park, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/santa-lucia-hill.webp) 4 Park ### [Santa Lucía Hill](#a-santa-lucia-hill) 4.7 ★★★★★ 15,882 reviews Cerro Santa Lucía, commonly called Santa Lucía Hill, is a compact urban park rising in the heart of downtown Santiago. Surrounded by arches, fountains and paths, it preserves a slice of colonial history atop a volcanic hill that once defended the city. Visitors stroll shaded walks, admire ornate staircases, and linger at panoramic viewpoints with sweeping vistas of the Andes and the skyline. A funicular elevator provides easy ascent from the metro area, while bronze sculptures and tiled plazas offer photo-worthy stops, making it a pleasant, atmospheric escape amid Chile's capital. Sta. Lucía, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday8:00 AM – 6:15 PM * Wednesday8:00 AM – 6:15 PM * Thursday8:00 AM – 6:15 PM * Friday8:00 AM – 6:15 PM * Saturday8:00 AM – 6:15 PM * Sunday8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Good for kids Dogs allowed Cards accepted [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2256) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2256) ![Museum of Memory & Human Rights — Museum, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/museum-of-memory-human-rights.webp) 5 Museum ### [Museum of Memory & Human Rights](#a-museum-of-memory-human-rights) 4.7 ★★★★★ 14,383 reviews The Museum of Memory & Human Rights in Santiago is a powerful homage to Chile’s recent history, centered on the human rights violations during the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet. Set in a striking, modern building near the downtown riverfront, it chronicles the 1973 coup, disappearances, and the resilience of victims and families through provocative exhibits, archival footage, and personal testimonies. Visitors can expect a thoughtful, somber journey that combines history with contemporary reflection, multimedia displays, and monuments outside. It’s essential for understanding Chile’s past, and invites dialogue on justice, memory, and reconciliation. Estación Metro, Matucana 501, Santiago, 8350392 Quinta Normal, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Sunday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Good for kids Entrance Parking Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2257) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2257) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2257) ![Fantasilandia — Theme park, rated 4.6/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/fantasilandia.webp) 6 Theme park Amusement ParkAmusement Center ### [Fantasilandia](#a-fantasilandia) 4.6 ★★★★★ 54,285 reviews Fantasilandia, Chile’s oldest major theme park, sits in the hills above Santiago and blends adrenaline rides with family-friendly attractions set amid lush greenery. Visitors can chase thrills on looping coasters, drop towers, and spinning flats, while younger guests enjoy gentler rides and entertaining shows. The park’s diverse lineup includes water attractions to beat the heat and seasonal events that add local flavor. With convenient metro access and on-site dining, Fantasilandia offers a full day of excitement, street-food savories, and entertaining performances suitable for all ages. Parque O'Higgins - Av. Beauchef 938, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * TuesdayClosed * WednesdayClosed * Thursday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM * FridayClosed * Saturday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Sunday11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Good for kids Cards accepted Entrance Parking Restroom Seating [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2248) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2248) ![National Museum of Natural History — Museum, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/national-museum-of-natural-history.webp) 7 Museum ### [National Museum of Natural History](#a-national-museum-of-natural-history) 4.7 ★★★★★ 12,332 reviews The National Museum of Natural History in Santiago is Chile’s premier showcase of natural wonders, housing extensive collections of fossils, minerals, and Chile’s rich biodiversity. Housed in a stately building near Quinta Normal Park, the museum walks you through geologic time, maps ancient ecosystems, and highlights the country’s unique flora and fauna. Visitors can expect engaging displays, meticulously preserved specimens, and informative signage, plus occasional temporary exhibits and educational programs. It’s a perfect stop for families and curious travelers seeking accessible science and a deeper sense of Chile’s natural heritage. Parque, Quinta Normal, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 5:30 PM * Sunday11:00 AM – 5:30 PM Good for kids Parking Entrance Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2258) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2258) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2258) ![Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art — Museum, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/chilean-museum-of-pre-columbian-art.webp) 8 Museum Art Museum ### [Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art](#a-chilean-museum-of-pre-columbian-art) 4.7 ★★★★★ 10,457 reviews The Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art in Santiago is a premier gallery dedicated to the ancient cultures of the Americas, from Chile’s own archaeological heritage to the broader Andean world. Set in a historic downtown building, the museum’s meticulously displayed collections—ceramics, textiles, metalwork, stone carvings, and rich everyday artifacts—offer a vivid timeline of pre-Columbian life. Visitors wander luminous galleries with clear explanations, immersive reconstructions, and occasional hands-on workshops. It’s a walkable, beginner-friendly introduction to the region’s oldest civilizations, making it a worthwhile, eye-opening stop for culture lovers and curious travelers alike. Bandera 361, 8320298 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Sunday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Good for kids Entrance Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2259) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2259) ![La Moneda Cultural Center — Museum, rated 4.6/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/la-moneda-cultural-center.webp) 9 Museum Cultural Center ### [La Moneda Cultural Center](#a-la-moneda-cultural-center) 4.6 ★★★★★ 17,112 reviews The La Moneda Cultural Center (Centro Cultural La Moneda) is a modern museum and cultural complex housed in the historic Palacio de La Moneda in downtown Santiago. It blends Chilean history, politics, and contemporary art through rotating exhibitions, multimedia installations, and immersive experiences set in a sumptuous, subterranean-like gallery space beneath the presidential palace’s grounds. Visitors can expect thoughtful curatorial programming, bilingual information, and accessible facilities, plus frequent performances, talks, and workshops. It’s a prime stop for culture lovers seeking context on Chile’s democracy, art, and national identity in a striking architectural setting. Metro La Moneda - Pl. de la Ciudadanía 26, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Monday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Tuesday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Sunday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Cards accepted Entrance Parking Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2255) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2255) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2255) ![Parque Quinta Normal — Park, rated 4.5/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/parque-quinta-normal.webp) 10 Park ### [Parque Quinta Normal](#a-parque-quinta-normal) 4.5 ★★★★★ 29,547 reviews Parque Quinta Normal is a historic green heart in central Santiago, one of the city’s oldest public parks. Framed by grand avenues and leafy shade, it offers winding paths, ponds, and spacious lawns ideal for a relaxed stroll, picnic, or family outing. Within its grounds or just beside it sits the Museo Nacional de Historia Natural, inviting curious travellers to explore Chile’s natural heritage, while kiosks and open spaces host markets and cultural events. Expect a tranquil, well-loved urban retreat that blends history, science, and everyday Chilean life in a single strollable enclave. Av. Matucana 520, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM * Wednesday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM * Thursday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM * Friday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM * Saturday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM * Sunday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM Good for kids Dogs allowed Cards accepted Entrance Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2251) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2251) ![Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago — Religious site, rated 4.7/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/metropolitan-cathedral-of-santiago.webp) 11 Religious site ChurchPlace Of WorshipAssociation Or Organization ### [Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago](#a-metropolitan-cathedral-of-santiago) 4.7 ★★★★★ 5,792 reviews The Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago is the main church of Chile’s Archdiocese, perched on the iconic Plaza de Armas in central Santiago. A grand, neoclassical structure that dominates the square, it houses a richly decorated interior with glittering chapels, wooden choir stalls, and a historic organ, where liturgies and important ceremonies unfold for the city. Visitors can step inside to admire the art and architecture, then linger outside to soak in the lively ambiance of one of Latin America’s most enduring religious landmarks. It’s a must for history buffs and cultural explorers alike. Pl. de Armas 498, 8320341 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Monday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Tuesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 1:30 PM * Sunday9:00 AM – 1:30 PM Entrance [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2260) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2260) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2260) ![Cajón del Maipo, rated 4.8/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/cajon-del-maipo.webp) 12 Tourist attraction ### [Cajón del Maipo](#a-cajon-del-maipo) 4.8 ★★★★★ 3,906 reviews Cajón del Maipo is a spectacular Andean canyon just outside Santiago, carved by the Maipo River through jagged red cliffs and lush valleys. It’s a year-round outdoor haven offering dramatic scenery, rocky hikes, and glacier-fed rivers, with highlights such as the shimmering Embalse El Yeso reservoir and the rugged El Morado National Reserve. Visitors can expect panoramic viewpoints, horseback rides, canyon trails, and thermal springs alike, plus cozy mountain lodges and local Chilean hospitality. Easy day trips or extended treks make Cajón del Maipo a rewarding quick escape into nature. Inmaculada 170, San José de Maipo, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday9:30 AM – 9:00 PM * Wednesday9:30 AM – 9:00 PM * Thursday9:30 AM – 9:00 PM * Friday10:30 AM – 9:00 PM * Saturday9:30 AM – 9:00 PM * Sunday9:30 AM – 9:00 PM Good for kids Cards accepted Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2262) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2262) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2262) ![National Zoo — Zoo, rated 4.4/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/national-zoo.webp) 13 Zoo ### [National Zoo](#a-national-zoo) 4.4 ★★★★★ 19,454 reviews The National Zoo in Santiago, Chile, sits within the leafy Quinta Normal Park as a classic urban zoological experience. Visitors can wander generous, shaded paths to see a diverse collection of animals from native Chilean species to familiar exotic mammals, birds, and reptiles, all presented with accessible, informative displays. The zoo emphasizes conservation and education, making it a family-friendly outing that blends slow-paced strolls with chances to learn about habitats, behavior, and ongoing rescue and breeding efforts. Expect engaging keeper talks, a relaxed atmosphere, and a handy stop in central Santiago. Pío Nono 450, Recoleta, Providencia, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM * Sunday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2253) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2253) ![Plaza Brasil — Park, rated 4.4/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/plaza-brasil.webp) 14 Park ### [Plaza Brasil](#a-plaza-brasil) 4.4 ★★★★★ 18,827 reviews Nestled in the heart of Santiago, Plaza Brasil is a beloved urban park where locals and visitors alike unwind amid shaded avenues, green lawns, and playful fountains. It’s a welcoming green lung in the city, perfect for a stroll between artful statues and sunlit benches, with easy access to nearby neighborhoods and markets. Expect relaxed vibes, family-friendly spaces, and frequent street performances, especially on weekends. The surrounding area adds charm with cafés and bakeries, making Plaza Brasil a convenient, refreshing pause that showcases Santiago’s blend of nature, culture, and urban life. Compañía de Jesus 208, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Open 24 hours * MondayOpen 24 hours * TuesdayOpen 24 hours * WednesdayOpen 24 hours * ThursdayOpen 24 hours * FridayOpen 24 hours * SaturdayOpen 24 hours * SundayOpen 24 hours Good for kids Dogs allowed Cards accepted Entrance [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2254) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2254) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2254) ![La Chascona — Museum, rated 4.6/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/la-chascona.webp) 15 Museum ### [La Chascona](#a-la-chascona) 4.6 ★★★★★ 5,323 reviews La Chascona, one of poet Pablo Neruda’s beloved casas in Santiago, is a whimsical museum tucked in the Bellavista hillside. Its nickname, meaning “the shaggy one,” hints at its quirky, sea-green façade and the artist’s exuberant, eclectic taste, from hidden stairwells to-colourful rooms filled with nautical memorabilia and lush garden courtyards. Visitors wander through intimate salons, study spaces, and Neruda’s personal collections, gaining insight into his life, loves, and inspirations. The museum blends art, architecture, and Santiago’s bohemian atmosphere, offering panoramic city views, intimate ambiance, and a palpable sense of Neruda’s creative spirit. Fernando Márquez de La Plata 0192, 7520284 Santiago, Providencia, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Wednesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Thursday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM * Sunday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Restroom Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2261) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2261) ![Plaza de Armas de Santiago — Park, rated 4.2/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/plaza-de-armas-de-santiago.webp) 16 Park Historical Place ### [Plaza de Armas de Santiago](#a-plaza-de-armas-de-santiago) 4.2 ★★★★★ 83,548 reviews Plaza de Armas de Santiago is the capital’s historic heart, a grand, tree‑lined square that blends centuries of Chilean life in one open space. Anchored by the soaring Catedral Metropolitana and flanked by the Municipalidad, the square hosts a prominent statue of Pedro de Valdivia at its center and lively pedestrian pathways. Visitors stroll past street performers, café terraces, and nearby museums such as the Museo Histórico Nacional. It’s a quintessential gateway to Santiago: a place to observe locals, soak up colonial and republican architecture, and use as a launchpad to exploration of the city. Pl. de Armas, 8320341 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Open 24 hours * MondayOpen 24 hours * TuesdayOpen 24 hours * WednesdayOpen 24 hours * ThursdayOpen 24 hours * FridayOpen 24 hours * SaturdayOpen 24 hours * SundayOpen 24 hours Good for kids Dogs allowed Cards accepted Entrance [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2246) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2246) ![Santiago Central Market — Market, rated 4.2/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/santiago-central-market.webp) 17 Market ### [Santiago Central Market](#a-santiago-central-market) 4.2 ★★★★★ 50,359 reviews The Santiago Central Market (Mercado Central) is a grand, timber-and-iron market housed in a stately 19th‑century hall that anchors the city’s Old Town by the coast. Inside, hundreds of stalls teem with fresh seafood, colorful produce, and Chilean specialties, while nearby restaurants invite you to sample dishes like ceviche, machas a la parmesana, and other seaside fare. It’s worth visiting for the atmosphere as much as the food: a bustling, sensory hub where locals shop and chat, fishermen bring in catch, and travelers glimpse authentic Chilean daily life. San Pablo, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Monday6:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Tuesday6:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Wednesday6:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Thursday6:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Friday6:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Saturday7:00 AM – 5:00 PM * Sunday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Restroom Cards accepted Entrance [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2249) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2249) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2249) ![Palacio Cousiño — Museum, rated 4.8/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/palacio-cousino.webp) 18 Museum Historical LandmarkHistorical Place ### [Palacio Cousiño](#a-palacio-cousino) 4.8 ★★★★★ 1,860 reviews Palacio Cousiño, a jewel of Santiago’s Bellavista district, is a grand 19th-century mansion turned museum that offers a window into Chile’s aristocratic past. Built by industrialist Luis Cousiño, its ornate salones, woodwork, and period furnishings showcase the Gilded Age lifestyle amid lush gardens and a neoclassical exterior. Inside, guided tours reveal original decor, art, and family stories, while exhibitions highlight the country’s social history. Expect a refined, atmospheric stroll through sumptuous rooms, intimate courtyards, and nostalgic gardens, making it a captivating contrast to modern Santiago and a serene cultural retreat. Dieciocho 438, 8330526 Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Closed * MondayClosed * Tuesday9:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 4:00 PM * Wednesday9:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 4:00 PM * Thursday9:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 4:00 PM * Friday9:30 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 4:00 PM * Saturday10:00 AM – 12:00 PM * SundayClosed Good for kids Parking Restroom [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2265) [Website ↗](https://super.tours/go/site/2265) ![Citizenship Park — Park, rated 4.5/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/citizenship-park.webp) 19 Park ### [Citizenship Park](#a-citizenship-park) 4.5 ★★★★★ 3,905 reviews Citizenship Park, known locally as Parque de la Ciudadanía, is a modern riverside green space in central Santiago along the Mapocho River. It functions as a civic hub, weaving together landscaped promenades, lawns, sculpture-filled plazas, and family-friendly playgrounds with venues for outdoor concerts and cultural events. Visitors can expect refreshing river breezes, panoramic views of the city, and easy access from nearby neighborhoods. It’s ideal for a relaxed stroll, a picnic, or a quick break between museums and historic sites, offering a contemporary green counterpoint to Santiago’s urban rhythm. Av. Alameda Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins 1255, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: Open 24 hours * MondayOpen 24 hours * TuesdayOpen 24 hours * WednesdayOpen 24 hours * ThursdayOpen 24 hours * FridayOpen 24 hours * SaturdayOpen 24 hours * SundayOpen 24 hours Good for kids Dogs allowed Entrance Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2263) ![La Moneda Palace — Government office, rated 4.5/5](https://super.tours/assets/uploads/attractions/chile/santiago/la-moneda-palace.webp) 20 Government office Local Government Office ### [La Moneda Palace](#a-la-moneda-palace) 4.5 ★★★★★ 2,846 reviews La Moneda Palace is Chile’s imposing presidential seat and a symbol of national history in downtown Santiago. A neoclassical masterpiece completed in 1805, its honey-pink façade frames a grand central atrium and a dramatic bronze spiral staircase that leads to state rooms where Chilean leaders have shaped the country. Visitors can admire the Palacio’s exterior, join free guided tours when available, and witness the popular Changing of the Guard ceremony near the plaza. It’s a must for history buffs, architecture lovers, and anyone seeking a sense of Chilean political life. Moneda, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile **Opening hours** · Today: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Monday6:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Tuesday6:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Wednesday6:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Thursday6:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Friday6:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Saturday6:00 AM – 11:00 PM * Sunday6:00 AM – 11:00 PM Restroom Entrance Parking [ Open on map](https://super.tours/go/maps/2264) [ Tickets & tours](https://super.tours/go/tickets/2264) No attractions match the selected filters. **Spend your holiday in Santiago with a local guide** Skip-the-line tickets, tours and guided experiences on GetYourGuide. 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