Santiago nightlife usually begins rather late, as locals prefer to go out after 1 am. Bellavista, one of the most popular districts in the city, is full of clubs and pubs that offer a wide variety of music styles, from Latin and salsa to electronic. This self-guided tour will lead you to the most trendy night clubs of Santiago:
1) Dos Gardenias
Dos Gardenias is a Cuban bar that offers hot music and cool drinks. The bar often features live Cuban and Chilean bands. The drinks are among the best in the city, with some of the favorites being the Caipirinha, Mojito, and of course, famous Chilean wines.
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2) El Perseguidor Bar
El Perseguidor Jazz Bar offers its customers a taste of local and international music. If you love live Jazz music, and a refreshing drink, then this is the place for you.
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3) La Casa en el Aire
La Casa en el Aire is a quaint bar that features live folk music every night except Wednesday. There are many photos on the walls inside the bar, giving it an un-traditional art gallery feel. They serve Latin-inspired snacks, good beer and delicious Chilean wines.
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4) Club La Feria
Club La Feria is the place to be for those who like to dance the night away. It is a very trendy and expensive place, but is known for having only the best DJs and modern electronic music.
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5) La Maestra Vida
La Maestra Vida was the first salsa club to open in Santiago. Locals who like to dance the Rumba flock to this club. If you are new to Latin style dances, they offer classes taught by a great Rumba dance instructor. This club attracts a trendy, young crowd that often come dressed in high-fashion attire.
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6) Mojito Cubano
Mojito Cubano is a very pleasant and relaxed bar that features a wide variety of Cuban music. It offers club-goers a lively experience and caters to those who love to dance Salsa. The bar specialties are "Ron" drinks.
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7) Tantra
Tantra is another popular bar/club in the Bellavista area. It is a very trendy club that attracts a "hip" young crowd. Tourists and locals alike come here to dance to cool music, dine on tasty snacks and drink unique cocktails.
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8) Sala Uno
Sala Uno is a bar that attracts lovers of 80's and 90's music. It draws large crowds by organizing dances featuring the best songs of these decades and putting on live concerts.
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9) Bar Kapital
Bar Kapital is situated in the vibrant, bright Bellavista neighborhood. This bar is a great place to visit for anyone interested in authentic Chilean music. Kapital showcases many great local musicians and bands.
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