Santiago

Santiago Metropolitan · Chile

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Chile is open to leisure tourism and still seeing substantial international arrivals, though 2026 growth has been mixed: long-haul demand is strong while overall arrivals were down in the first half of the year. Travel is generally feasible, but visitors should plan around protest disruption, severe-weather impacts in the north, and occasional border/weather closures in the Andes.

protests and demonstrations in Santiago and other citiesTocopilla flooding/state of emergency with restricted accesswinter border closures in the Andescrime, theft, and card-fraud cautions in major cities

Travelers are going as usualOn Forbes 2026 · Condé Nast Traveler 2026

Generally known for

Vibrant arts and music sceneRich historical landmarksDiverse culinary offeringsVibrant nightlife in BellavistaAffordable living costsRich cultural festivals

Worth knowing

Safety concerns in certain neighborhoods at nightHigher costs in popular dining areasSafety issues in certain neighborhoodsPublic transportation overcrowdingAir quality issues in winter

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At a glance

Diverse neighborhoods with distinct lifestyles, from bohemian to upscale.

Affordable cost of living compared to other major South American cities.

Vibrant cultural scene with numerous festivals and events throughout the year.

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