Discover Santiago de Chile in One Day

Day 1: Cultural Exploration

Santiago, Chile

8:00AM

Breakfast at Café Colonia

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Café Colonia, known for its excellent avocado toast and freshly brewed coffee to energize your exploration of the city.
Located in the heart of the Providencia district, it's an easy 15-minute walk from the city center.
CLP5500, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Plaza de Armas

Stroll through Plaza de Armas, the historical center of Santiago, where you can admire the Metropolitan Cathedral and people-watch as locals go about their day.
From Café Colonia, take the metro at Los Libertadores to Plaza de Armas Station, which is a 10-minute ride.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore Museo Histórico Nacional

Immerse yourself in Chile's rich history at the Museo Histórico Nacional, where exhibits detail the events that shaped the nation.
The museum is located right near Plaza de Armas, just a 5-minute walk away.
CLP2000, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at El Faro

Enjoy an authentic Chilean meal at El Faro, specializing in seafood, and don’t miss trying the Chilean empanadas.
A 10-minute taxi ride from the museum takes you to El Faro in the neighborhood of Providencia.
CLP12000, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Cerro San Cristóbal

Take a short ride to Cerro San Cristóbal, where you can hike or take the funicular for breathtaking views of the city and the Andes mountains.
It's about a 15-minute taxi ride from El Faro to the base of the hill.
CLP3000 for the funicular, 2 hours

3:30PM

Stroll through Bellavista Neighborhood

After descending the hill, wander through the colorful Bellavista neighborhood, known for its street art, artisan shops, and bohemian atmosphere.
It's a short 10-minute walk back down from Cerro San Cristóbal.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Coffee at La Fama

Take a break at La Fama, a charming café known for its pastries and cozy atmosphere, perfect for people-watching.
Just around the corner from Bellavista, a 5-minute walk will take you there.
CLP4000, 30 minutes

5:30PM

Shopping in Lastarria

Head to Lastarria, a vibrant arts and culture district where you can shop for unique souvenirs and local crafts.
From La Fama, it's a pleasant 15-minute walk to the Lastarria area.
Free (depends on shopping), 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Bocanáriz

End your day with a dining experience at Bocanáriz, a wine bar and restaurant celebrating Chilean cuisine and famous local wines.
It’s a 20-minute walk from Lastarria to Bocanáriz located in the city center.
CLP25000, 2 hours
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