Explore Santiago
Santiago is the capital and largest city of Chile. The city is situated in the center of the Santiago Basin, a large bowl-shaped valley consisting of broad and fertile lands surrounded by mountains. It is the capital and largest city of Chile as well as one of the largest cities in America.
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Language Spoken
Currency & Time Zone
Cuisine
Meals
A lunchtime meal for two would cost around 18 000 CLP (R380). A three-course meal for two at a midrange restaurant will cost around 35 000 CLP (R740).Drinks
A local beer will be around 2600 CLP (R55) and imported beers are priced at around 3000 CLP (R63.50).
Transportation
Taxis
Taxis start at around 1000 CLP (R21) and 300 CLP (R6.35) for every kilometer thereafter.General Transport
Public busses are available , and they stop in all the major districts , a short trip costs around 600 CLP (R12.69). Walking is also very popular among locals and tourists.Things to do in Santiago
The top attractions to visit in Santiago are, Cerro San Cristobal, Sky Costanera, Cerro Santa Lucia, Viña Cousino Macul, Casa Museo La Chascona. Enjoy the views at Valle Nevado, See the impressive views from Costanera Center, enjoy palace life at La Moneda Palace, see the incredible natural beauty of Cajon del Maipo, enjoy the city’s beautiful Cerro Santa Lucia.
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Routine Vaccinations
- Rabies
- Measles
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- Universal adapter
- Copy of travelling documents
- First Aid Kit
- Sunscreen
- Hand sanitizer
- Raincoat
- Comfortable shoes
- Mosquito repellent
- Sun hat
- VPN
