Santiago Travel Guide
Chile

Santiago 3-Day Itinerary

The perfect long weekend in Santiago. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $50 to $320 per day.

Trip Overview

Duration
3 Days
Best Time
October to April (warm); June to August for Andes skiing
Budget Cost
$150
Mid-Range
$345
1
Day 1
Plaza de Armas

Plaza de Armas, La Moneda, Cerro Santa Lucía, Lastarria dinner

Estimated cost: $115 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Cerro San Cristóbal funicular

Cerro San Cristóbal funicular, Bellavista lunch, Pablo Neruda's La Chascona house

Estimated cost: $115 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
Maipo Valley wine tour

Maipo Valley wine tour, Concha y Toro vineyards, evening at Bocanáriz wine bar

Estimated cost: $115 (mid-range)

Total 3-Day Cost Estimate

Budget
$150
$50/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$345
$115/day x 3 days
Luxury
$960
$320/day x 3 days

Insider Tips

  • Take the funicular up Cerro San Cristóbal for the city + Andes panorama
  • Day-trip to Valparaíso for hilltop street art and a working port city completely unlike Santiago
  • Wine country (Maipo, Casablanca, Colchagua) is 1-2 hours away — book a half-day tour
  • Bellavista is best for nightlife; Lastarria for cafés and bookshops
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