Things to do in Santiago

Planning questions about Santiago

What are the best things to do in Santiago?

Maipo Valley Wine Region: 4 Wineries, Tastings & Foodie Tour is the highest ranked experience in Santiago, scoring 95 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 2,846 traveler reviews. Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting, Tour to Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Pablo Neruda Museum and Vineyard, Santiago: Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Wine Tour, Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago round out the top five. Outty ranks 1,152 bookable experiences in Santiago, Chile, and 15 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Santiago cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Santiago is $85 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $11 on Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Santiago for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Santiago currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Santiago good for families?

Yes. 18 of the experiences we rank in Santiago are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Santiago?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Santiago?

Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Santiago?

118 of the 120 experiences we rank in Santiago offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Santiago gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Santiago so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.