Metropolitan Zoo of Santiago is located in the metropolitan park on Saint Christopher Hill. Children will enjoy watching and learning about the many different animals that are featured here. The zoo can be reached by funicular or cable car.

At the top of St. Christopher's Hill, or Cerro San Cristobal, the statue of the Virgin Mary can be seen from almost any part of the city. This impressive statue is illuminated at night, making it almost impossible to go unnoticed. You can climb the hill by funicular or by cable car and enjoy the incredible view of the city.

The La Chascona museum is set in one of the historic residences of the famous Pablo Neruda. Neruda was one of the most outstanding Latin writers of the last century who received the Nobel Prize for Literature. His residences, like La Chascona, have all become historic sites.

Patio Bellavista is a favorite place for both tourists and locals. It is a very pleasant plaza that has a reputation for offering good quality handcrafts, souvenirs, lapis lazuli jewels, wine stores, restaurants, cafes, art galleries.

Lapislazuli House sells unique jewelry and souvenirs made with the lapis lazuli. This beautiful semi precious stone is hidden exclusively in the lands of Chile and Afghanistan.

National Museum of Fine Arts is the oldest museum in Santiago and is one of the main centers of art in Chile and its neighboring countries. The museum displays some of the finest sculptures and paintings of the 16th - 20th centuries. It is set in a marvelous palace that copies the Petit Palais of Paris.

Chilean wines are valued and are popular across the globe. PengWine offers unique wines sold in small quantities. The name of these wines is taken from the rare penguins that live in Chile. There are only a few PengWine shops open in several countries.

Santa Lucia Hill is in the center of Santiago and features a Chilean palace at its top. The hill is historic for being the site where the city was founded. Features of the hill include monumental constructions, souvenir sellers, and a Neptune fountain. From the hill top you can see splendid views of the city.

Municipal Theater was opened in 1857 and was designed by French architects. Now it is a National Monument of Santiago. It is the center of cultural and social life of the city.

Basílica de la Merced is the most amazing religious site in Santiago. It is a historical place, as some great people of Chilean history are buried there. Today it is richly decorated with 25 bronze bells adorning the temple.

Casa Colorada (Red House) is an example of the homes of the colonial time. Today it is Museum of Santiago and it attracts tourists with its stunning architecture. It was built in the 18th century and has resisted earthquakes and modernization.

National History Museum of Santiago is perfect for history lovers, as it offers detailed information about Chile since the time of its discovery. It is also an interesting place for art lovers, as it has a very rich colection of original paintings. This landmark museum is located right on Santiago's Plaza de Armas.

The Municipal Cathedral you see today is the 5th church built in its spot thanks to mutiple earthquakes. It was built in Baroque and classical styles with many statues and curves. The altar is decorated with marble, bronze and lapis lazuli, the Chilean semi precious stone.

Museum of Pre-Columbian Art displays history, cultures, traditions and art of South America before Columbus discovered the land. The placards in the museum give clear pictures of tribal lifestyles.

La Moneda is set in the impressive Palace de la Moneda. It contains different exhibitions, like the Polynesian and Ancient China exhibits, and is open each day of the week.