• Airport Bus 100
• Departures: 6 a.m. – 1 a.m., every 10–15 min.
• Drop‑off: Plaza de Armas.
• Price: 1 000 CLP.

• Ticket: 100C booth (Level 2, near arrivals hall) or Santiago Bus app.

• Official Taxi

• Rate: 50 CLP/km + 1 000 CLP base.
• Phone: +56 2 2665 5000.

• Tip: 10 % is customary.

• Ride‑share

• Minimum: 12 000 CLP.

• Surge: 1.5×–2× during peak hours.

• Private Shuttle

• Contact: +56 2 2323 1122 (book 24 h in advance).

• Metro Line 1

• The line includes a 2‑km shuttle segment from Terminal 1 to the city; you still need a taxi or bus to reach Terminal 1.
• Ticket: 850 CLP per ride, 6 500 CLP for a 24‑hour pass.

Bellavista
Between Cerro San Cristóbal and the Mapocho River, Bellavista is the pulse of Santiago’s art scene and nightlife.

• Walk through the historic Pío Nono street market during the day for fresh produce, hand‑crafted souvenirs, and a taste of local street food.
• By night the district transforms: quirky bars, live‑music venues, and the iconic Patio Bellavista restaurants line the streets – perfect for a tapas dinner after a day of exploring.
• Visit La Chascona, the former home of Nobel Prize‑winning poet Pablo Neruda. The house is a small, quirky museum that offers quick insight into Chile’s literary heritage.
• Take the cable‑car to the top of Cerrado San Cristóbal for panoramic views of the city; it’s a short ride that rewards with sweeping vistas of the Andes and downtown Santiago.
• Finish the evening at Mirador Cordillera on San Cristóbal hill – a cozy spot to watch the sunset over the city, just a couple of steps from the cable‑car station.
• Walkability: The entire quarter can be seen on foot in a few hours, thanks to its compact layout and frequent pedestrian crossings.

• Donde Augusto – hearty Chilean classics; a bowl of curanto is a must.
• Café con Arte – breakfast at 7 a.m. for fresh pastries and strong coffee, then stroll to the street market.
• El Mero Mero – a relaxed spot for a glass of Pisco Sour while people‑watching.

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• Tourist visa – Not required for visitors from Canada, Australia, the United States, EU, UK, and most South American countries.
• Tourist card – Cost: 3 500 CLP (≈ $4 USD).
• Purchase online via the Chilean Ministry of Interior website (ChilePass) or the official mobile app ChilePass before arrival.
• If you arrive without one, a fee of 3 500 CLP will be charged at entry or a police inspection post.

• Can be re‑issued online or at Chilean police units in Santiago if lost.

• Dual‑citizens – Must enter and exit using the Chilean passport.

• Children under 18 – Need a notarised letter of authorisation plus an apostilled long‑form birth certificate.
• Student/work – Must obtain the appropriate visa before arrival.
• Passport validity – Minimum 6 months beyond your planned departure; a return or onward ticket may be requested.
• Other nationalities – Check the Chilean embassy website for the latest visa policy if your country isn’t covered above.
• Lost passport – Keep a photocopy or scanned copy in encrypted cloud storage; report loss to the nearest Chilean consulate or embassy and follow their instructions.

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• Chilean Peso (CLP) – Circulates everywhere.
• Current rate – 1 USD ≈ 820 CLP (check a reliable converter for up‑to‑date numbers).
• ATMs –
• Widely available in shopping centres, airports and major streets.

• Most major banks offer free withdrawals on the first two per day; subsequent withdrawals typically cost 250‑300 CLP.

• Cash – Handy for small cafés, markets, taxis, and tips.

• Credit cards – Visa and MasterCard accepted in most hotels, restaurants and stores; American Express is less common.
• Exchange – Banks and official exchange kiosks provide better rates than street kiosks; avoid exchanging outside banks.
• Bip! transport card –
• Purchase at any metro station or convenience store for 600 CLP (includes a 30‑day pass).
• Top up via the Transantiago official app, kiosk machines, or a kiosk inside stations.
• The card can be used on buses, trains, and the metro network.

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• Restaurants – 10 % tip is customary; some restaurants include a service charge.
• Taxis – Give change or round up to the nearest 500 CLP.
• Hairdressers, barbers, spa – 10 % is standard.
• Porters, hotel staff – 50 – 100 CLP per service.

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• Official language – Spanish.
• Apps & phrasebooks –
• Duolingo Spanish Course or Babbel Spanish for quick lessons.

• Download a PDF copy of a basic Spanish phrasebook before departure.

• Key phrases

• Hola – Hello
• Gracias – Thank you
• ¿Dónde está…? – Where is…?
• ¿Cuánto cuesta? – How much does it cost?

• Necesito ayuda – I need help

• Numbers – 0 = cero, 10 = diez, 20 = veinte, 100 = cien.

• Transport – Ask ¿Qué línea toma al centro? to find metro lines.

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• Pickpockets – Keep wallets and phones in front pockets or zipped bags.
• Taxis – Use app‑based services (Uber, Cabify) or official taxis that display identification.
• Metro – Avoid leaving luggage unattended; stations are generally safe during daylight.
• Night travel – Stick to well‑lit streets, avoid deserted areas beyond 10 PM.
• Emergency numbers – Police: 911; Ambulance/Fire: 133.
• Travel insurance – Recommended; includes medical coverage and lost‑item protection.

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• Clothing – Layered Mediterranean climate: light shirts, a fleece, wind‑proof jacket.
• Shoes – Comfortable walking shoes; bring flats for evenings.
• Accessories –
• Sun hat & sunglasses (UV index is high).
• Umbrella or rain jacket (sudden showers common).

• Small day pack for hikes (e.g., Cerro San Cristóbal).

• Electronics –

• 220 V plugs (Type C or E/F); bring a universal adapter.

• Power bank (≥10 000 mAh) for navigation.

• Health – Travel‑health kit, sunscreen (SPF 30+), rehydration salts.

• Documentation – Passport, tourist card, copies of itineraries, emergency contacts, and a scanned copy stored securely online.

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• Morning – Arrive at Santiago Airport, take a pre‑booked taxi (≈15 000 CLP ≈ $20 USD): https://www.taxiacdu.cl/.
• 10:00 h – Reach Plaza de Armas; free entry to the National Museum of Fine Arts.
• Cafe stop – Café El Bazar (Plaza de Armas 8 th Ave, 1110 CLP ≈ $0.80 USD).
• Afternoon – Walk to the Metropolitan Cathedral, explore the historic center.
• Dinner – Bocanegra tasting menu, 25 USD.

• Morning – Climb Cerro Santa Lucía (free, parking ≈ 2 000 CLP ≈ $0.30 USD).
• 10:30 h – Head north to Colina. Bus line R2 (SCT) costs 2 200 CLP ≈ $3 USD each way, 30 min ride.
• Vineyard walk – 30 min tour at Viña Chacra, tasting 15 USD (book online).
• Afternoon – Return to Santiago by 16:00 h.
• Evening – Free‑entry option: Historical Museum (free on Wednesdays; https://www.memoriachilena.gob.cl).

• Morning – Rent a bike (≈15 USD/day) and loop the downtown area.
• 10:00 h – Free visit to the Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos (free each day).
• Lunch – Donde José near Plaza Italia, 9 USD.
• Afternoon – Visit the Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral; free entry.
• Dinner – Mercado Central seafood grill, 12 USD.

• 06:30 h – Depart via bus line R2 (SCT). One‑way fare 2 200 CLP (~$3 USD).
• 08:00 h – Arrive; stroll the historic streets, “Café del Mar” espresso (2 USD).
• Lunch – La Concha tostada con mariscos (12 USD).
• 13:30 h – Drive to Viña del Mar; explore the botanical gardens.
• Return – 19:30 h back to Santiago.
• Night – Free‑entry at La Moneda Palace Plaza at sunset.

• Morning – Walk up San Cristóbal Hill (free).
• 11:00 h – Book a guided tour of La Moneda Palace: 42 USD (https://palacio.monaleda.cl/visitas).
• Lunch – Bocanegra (re‑book for the next night).
• Afternoon – Free‑time shopping on Arequipa Street.
• Dinner – Salsa for tasting, 22 USD.

• 07:00 h – Bus from Santiago (SCT R2) to Viña Concha y Toro, fare 18 000 CLP (~$25 USD).
• 09:30 h – Guided tour & tasting (15 USD). Lunch set menu 35 USD (book online).
• 14:00 h – Head to Viña Ventisquero; free tasting (advance reservation https://ventisquero.cl/).
• 17:30 h – Return to Santiago.
• Tip – Buy the “Valparaíso‑Viña‑Return” bundle for 45 USD (includes bus + 2 wine tours).

• 06:00 h – Pick‑up by private car (≈120 USD).
• 09:00 h – Viña San Francisco: tasting (15 USD) + lunch (20 USD).
• 13:00 h – Viña Santa Rita: tasting (12 USD).
• Return – 18:00 h to Santiago.
• Links – Viña San Francisco https://www.sanf.pdf; Viña Santa Rita https://www.santarita.cl/.

• Morning – Flight from Santiago to Puerto Montt: LATAM or Sky Airline (≈70 USD each way).
• Afternoon – Check‑in at Hotel Villa Mar, 80 USD/night.
• Explore – Visit the Southern National Museum of Natural History.
• Night – Seafood dinner at Marisquería La Viña, 18 USD.
• Return – Fly back to Santiago next day (18:00 h flight).
• Book – Flights via https://www.latam.com/ or https://skyairline.cl/.

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• Morning – Visit Mercado Central (free entry).
• Lunch – Grab a curanto from a street vendor, 7 USD.
• Afternoon – Last‑minute shopping at Los Dominicos; free entry.
• Evening – Head to Santiago Airport; pre‑book taxi (15 000 CLP).