Lastarria

Santiago
Lastarria which includes cafe lifestyle and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Visit this central Santiago neighborhood to relax on the lawns of Forest Park, eat in one of its many restaurants and browse weekend antique fairs.

Popular with intellectuals, politicians, architects, artists and writers, Lastarria is a bustling neighborhood, or “barrio,” in central Santiago. Walk along winding streets to discover a fusion of cultural and historical activities, gastronomy, relaxation and recreation. 

Start your visit at the pretty Iglesia de la Vera Cruz, built on the site of the former home of Pedro de Valdivia, the founder of Santiago. Stroll along José Victorino Lastarria street to discover cafés, bookstores, cinemas and theaters. Browse the stalls of the Feria de Antigüedades (Antiques Fair), which takes place from Thursday to Sunday along the street’s pedestrian-only northern end.

Admire the elegant architecture and visit the museums set around the cobblestone Plaza Mulato Gil de Castro. See rotating exhibitions of contemporary art at the Museo de Artes Visuales (Museum of Visual Arts). Learn about Chile’s indigenous cultures at the Museo Arqueológico de Santiago (Archaeology Museum of Santiago). One ticket grants admission to both museums.

Go to the picturesque Parque Forestal (Forest Park) to walk, exercise or relax on grassy lawns. See a collection of sculptures by revered artists such as Colombian Fernando Botero. Find more art at the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (Museum of Contemporary Art) and Museo de Bellas Artes (Museum of Fine Arts), both housed in a grand neoclassical palace. 

Pay to take a guided tour of the Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral, which once served as the headquarters for Chile’s military government. Afterward, enjoy theater and dance performances, art exhibitions and movie screenings in the complex. Climb the nearby stairs to Cerro Santa Lucía (Santa Lucia Hill) for panoramic views of Santiago’s cityscape. This hilltop is where Spanish conqueror Pedro de Valdivia founded the city in 1541.

Visit in April for Ñam Santiago, a festival of Latin American cuisine. Watch cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs. In the neighborhood’s restaurants, you can sample cuisine from all corners of Latin America.

This European-style neighborhood lies between Parque Forestal and Cerro Santa Lucía. Lastarria is a 15-minute walk from Plaza de Armas. The neighborhood is easily accessible via public buses and the metro. Catch the metro to the stops of Bellas Artes or Universidad Católica.


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Foresta Hotel
Foresta Hotel
3 out of 5
Victoria Subercaseaux 353, Santiago, RM
The price is ¥7,992 per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
¥7,992
per night
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (157 reviews)
"Friendly, accommodating staff. Not the greatest internet, so be aware of that. Excellent location, good value. Decor varies by room in terms of its, um, modernity. A *very* good choice for short stays!"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2024

Foresta Hotel
Luciano K Hotel
Luciano K Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Merced, 84, Lastarria, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
The price is ¥16,516 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
¥16,516
per night
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (509 reviews)
"Nice little place waking distance from many Bellavista places of interest"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

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Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
4 out of 5
Jose Victorino Lastarria 299, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is ¥19,563 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
¥19,563
per night
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (661 reviews)
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Reviewed on Sep 22, 2024

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The Singular Santiago
The Singular Santiago
5 out of 5
Merced 294, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
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The price is ¥31,409 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
¥31,409
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Sep 30 - Oct 1
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (499 reviews)
"Top class service. Great 5 star boutique. Rooftop bar and restaurant is excellent."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

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Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel
Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Coronel Santiago Bueras 188, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is ¥19,240 per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
¥19,240
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Oct 10 - Oct 11
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (421 reviews)
"staff were excellent and very knowledgble, and the food was very tasty."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024

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Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Armando Cortinez Norte 2150, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is ¥19,563 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
¥19,563
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Oct 1 - Oct 2
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Reviewed on Sep 5, 2024

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Santa Lucia Hill showing street scenes, a park and chateau or palace

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