Bellas Artes Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Costanera Center
Discover hundreds of retail outlets, cafés and restaurants, and see one of South America’s tallest buildings at this modern retail and business center.
Parque Arauco Mall
During your trip to Santiago, you can do some window-shopping at Parque Arauco Mall. You can seek out the local tours in this vibrant area.
Movistar Arena
Catch an event at Movistar Arena during your trip to Santiago. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this family-friendly area.
Palacio de la Moneda
Visit the courtyards of this magnificent neoclassical palace, watch the changing of the guard ceremony and enjoy contemporary and visual art exhibitions.
Plaza de Armas
This historic central square is home to magnificent works of architecture, museums and a nice blend of city workers, street performers and artisans.
Santa Lucia Hill
Climb the elegant stairs to the top of this central hill to enjoy panoramic views of Santiago and admire the ornate fountains, flower displays and amphitheater.
Things to do
Santiago Half-Day Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up & Food Sample
Santiago: Concha y Toro and Undurraga Vineyards Tour
Santiago: Valle Nevado and Farellones Ski-Center Day Trip
The best walking tour in Santiago de Chile
Santiago: Cajón del Maipo Hot Springs & Chilean Barbecue
Santiago: 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Bellas Artes
Park Plaza Apart Hotel
Great location! Most things are reachable on foot, and the staff speaks English. Our duplex apartment in the building next door to the hotel was fine (if you do not expect any cleaning but towels can be changed at the reception.) Unfortunately, the reception refused to take our pre-stamped postcards ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Magnolia
Amazing
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Sommelier Boutique
This was a lovely little boutique hotel near many attractions. The staff there was super helpful to me holding bags, directions one even escorted me to a bus stop. They arranged cabs etc. the room as spacious and comfortable. If I had anything I would change it would be a little more variety in the ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG
Ok
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel Capital Bellet
10/10 Excellent
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hotel Almasur Providencia
Hotel is new, everything is working, staffis very supportive and helpful, room is clean , good restaurant with exelent breakfast Good location , safe with easy Access to metro 10 min walk, there is a lot of restaurants around I would highly recommend this hotel for stay in Santiago! Mikhail,solo ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bellas Artes
Lastarria
Travellers come to Lastarria for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lastarria District and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center while you're in town.
Bellavista
Bellavista is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Chilean National Zoo and Patio Bellavista while you're in town.
Downtown Santiago
Noted for its museums and art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Santiago. Top attractions like Fantasilandia and Palacio de la Moneda are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Toesca Station or O'Higgins Park Station to see more of the city.
Barrio Italia
Barrio Italia is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Plaza Baquedano and Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center if you have time to explore the area.
Independencia
Well liked for its museums and parks, Independencia is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Hipodromo Chile and Museo Municipal de Arte Moderno, and jump on the metro at Plaza Chacabuco Station to get around the city.
Providencia
Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Providencia. Top attractions like Costanera Center and Santiago Metropolitan Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Pedro de Valdivia Station or Los Leones Station to see more of the city.
