Lastarria

Santiago

Lastarria which includes cafe lifestyle and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Forest Park which includes a park and a sunset as well as a large group of people
Lastarria
Forest Park featuring a garden as well as a couple
Lastarria featuring dining out, outdoor eating and cafe scenes

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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Top hotels in Lastarria

The Singular Santiago

The Singular Santiago

5 out of 5
Merced 294, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P12,854 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
P12,854
P12,854 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (624 reviews)
The Hotel Singular is beyond outstanding!
"The Hotel Singular was simply fantastic in and of itself and for its excellent location! The staff goes above and beyond, from Sergio ensuring I had a very early check-in, to possibly the best massage of my life by Hislamar Medina! There are insufficient words for Martin Torres, the incomparable ..."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

The Singular Santiago
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria

4 out of 5
Jose Victorino Lastarria 299, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P7,873 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P7,873
P7,873 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (850 reviews)
Great stay!!
"Lovely hotel, chic bar, clean well decorated rooms, great staff!"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
BHB Hotel Boutique

BHB Hotel Boutique

3 out of 5
Coronel Santiago Bueras, 121, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
The price is P4,377 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
P4,377
P4,377 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and airport drop-off service (surcharge). Popular attractions Costanera Center and Plaza ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
A very nice small hotel
"Hotel is in the heart of historic Santiago. The room was clean but needs a chair. The breakfast is good. Overall I would recommend the hotel."

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025

BHB Hotel Boutique
Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel

Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Coronel Santiago Bueras 188, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P6,575 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,575
P6,575 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (493 reviews)
"The hotel staff was really accommodating and attentive. The breakfast was delicious and our room was spacious and quiet. Also, the hotel is neat, clean and beautifully decorated!"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel
Hotel Ismael

Hotel Ismael

3.5 out of 5
Ismael Valdes Vergara 312, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P7,402 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P7,402
P7,402 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (364 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and attentive. The room was clean. Breakfast was great. If we come back to Santiago we would book here again."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Hotel Ismael
Hotel Infinity Park Santiago

Hotel Infinity Park Santiago

3 out of 5
54 Merced, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,367 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
P3,367
P3,367 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Costanera Center and Plaza de Armas ...
7.8/10 Good! (70 reviews)
Boa localização
"O hotel é bom, a localização foi o fator principal para minha reserva porque fica próximo ao centro, ao metro e de algumas atrações. A localização lhe permite fazer vários passeios a pé. Os quartos são confortáveis mais precisa melhorar a iluminação. um ponto negativo é o café da manhã, não é self ..."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Hotel Infinity Park Santiago
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Other neighbourhoods around Lastarria

Santa Lucia Hill featuring a castle, a garden and street scenes

Bellas Artes

Museums, coffeehouses, and historic sites are just a few things travelers like about Bellas Artes. Sights like Museo Arte de Luz and National Archive are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Santiago area at Bellas Artes Station.

Bellas Artes
Bellavista showing outdoor art and street scenes

Bellavista

Travelers come to Bellavista for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Patio Bellavista and Santiago Metropolitan Park while you're in town.

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Barrio Italia

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Barrio Italia and you might want to plan a stop by Plaza Baquedano and Lastarria District while you're in the area.

Barrio Italia
Santa Lucia Hill which includes chateau or palace, a pond and a park

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.

Downtown Santiago
Providencia showing a sporting event, street scenes and cycling

Providencia

Noted for its cafes and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Providencia. Top attractions like Costanera Center and Gran Torre Santiago 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.

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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.

Independencia

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