Things to do in Santiago: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Santiago (Chile): Plaza de Armas de Santiago de Chile, Palacio Museo de Bellas Artes, Palacio de La Moneda, Museo de Arte Precolombino, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, 4 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Santiago

Hotels in Santiago

Frequently asked questions about Santiago

When is the best time to visit Santiago?

According to real weather data (2023-2024 averages), the months with 18–33 °C daytime highs and under 100 mm of rain in Santiago are: January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December.

How many days do you need in Santiago?

Our 4 day-by-day plans for Santiago last 2 to 8 days.

How much does a trip to Santiago cost?

On site (flights excluded), our plans start at €1500–1900 per person for 4 days, including lodging, meals, visits and transport.

What to do in Santiago in 2 days?

Our “Santiago Essentials” plan: Day 1 — Plaza de Armas, Santiago; Day 2 — Santa Lucía Hill.

What to do in Santiago in 3 days?

Our “Santiago and Valparaíso” plan: Day 1 — Plaza de Armas, Santiago; Day 2 — Santa Lucía Hill; Day 3 — Valparaíso.

Where to stay in Santiago?

Close to the tourist centre: apart arturo prat (750 m), Hotel Sierra Bella (1.0 km), Alojamiento Domeyko Ceer (1.1 km). Our directory lists 257 hotels in Santiago, to contact directly.

What to see in Santiago?

Some places to see in the centre: Plaza de Armas de Santiago de Chile, Palacio Museo de Bellas Artes, Palacio de La Moneda, Plaza Mulato Gil de Castro, Museo de Arte Precolombino, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo.

Sights in Santiago

Museums in Santiago

Parks and gardens in Santiago

Where to eat in Santiago