Things to do in Andes

Activities, attractions and tours

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Mendoza Wine Region which includes a house, tranquil scenes and land animals
Mendoza Wine Region featuring signage
Mendoza Wine Region showing a house and interior views
Mendoza Wine Region which includes outdoor art

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1. Torres del Paine National Park

Among the most unspoiled parts of the Earth, the Torres del Paine National Park stuns visitors with its breathtaking natural beauty. Glaciers, snowy mountains, brilliant blue lakes and a plethora of exceptional wildlife can all be found within its boundaries. Trek along hiking trails and revel in the natural grandeur of its iconic granite pillars.
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Torres del Paine National Park featuring snow, a lake or waterhole and mountains

2. Costanera Center

Take a break from Santiago’s historic attractions and urban parks to enjoy some retail therapy at the Costanera Center. This commercial and business center is home to a modern shopping mall with floor upon floor of independent stores and internationally famous brands. The complex also encompasses four skyscrapers occupied by hotels and offices, including the sparkling 984-foot (300-meter) tall Gran Torre Santiago, one of the highest structures in South America.
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Costanera Center , es un proyecto inmobiliario ubicado en la comuna de Providencia en la ciudad de Santiago, Chile. Debe su nombre a que se sitúa cerca del río Mapocho. Consta de un conjunto de cuatro edificios (dos de ellos no construidos) ubicados en la intersección de Avenida Andrés Bello con Nueva Tajamar, a unos metros de la estación Tobalaba del Metro de Santiago. Su edificio central, la Gran Torre Santiago, cuenta con un área total de 128 000 m², tiene una altura de 297 metros incluida la espiral (300 m hasta el último de sus 62 pisos) y está equipado con 24 ascensores de alta velocidad que pueden alcanzar un máximo de 6,6 metros por segundo.1​ Con estas características, la Gran Torre Santiago se convierte en el rascacielos más alto de Latinoamérica. Las torres 1, 3 y 4 tienen una altura de 175, 175 y 105 metros, respectivamente.

3. Aguas Calientes Hot Springs

Aguas Calientes sits below Machu Picchu and is the last train stop before the sacred Inca city. The small town lies in a deep valley enclosed by mountains and forests. With restaurants, thermal baths, hiking trails and a market, Aguas Calientes is more than just a gateway to the ancient ruins. It is worth spending a day or two here before going onto Machu Picchu.
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Cusco showing landscape views and a small town or village

4. Plaza de Armas

Head to where the action is at the Plaza de Armas in Cusco, a large landscaped square bordered by shops, restaurants and ancient churches. For more than 500 years, the square has been at the heart of city life. Come to the plaza nowadays and you might see festivals, concerts and religious processions. Enjoy the lively atmosphere, admire the ornate lampposts and colonial archways and relax with a drink.
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Plaza de Armas featuring a church or cathedral and a garden

5. Salar de Uyuni

Drive out onto the Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt flats in the world. Vast plains of ethereal beauty stretch out as far as the eye can see and surreal geological formations seem to grow out of the ground. Come here during the rainy season to see the entire landscape covered in a thin layer of water that becomes a reflective surface.
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Enjoying sunset and the perfect reflection in Uyuni salt flat

6. Lake Titicaca

Lake Titicaca captivates with its archaeological ruins, breathtaking landscapes, centuries-old cultures and vibrant festivals. Visit altiplano towns, rural villages and islands, spot free-roaming llama and exotic birdlife and mingle with farmers dressed in traditional clothes and bowler hats.
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Lake Titicaca which includes general coastal views

What to do in Andes


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Areas of Andes

El Castillo Museum showing heritage architecture and chateau or palace

El Poblado

Travelers love El Poblado for its popular shops, and you can see more of Medellín by jumping on the metro at Poblado Station or Aguacatala Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Golden Mile and Oviedo Shopping Center.

El Poblado
Miraflores which includes landscape views, a sunset and general coastal views

Miraflores

This affluent suburb is home to picturesque gardens, upscale boutiques and classy restaurants with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean.

Miraflores
Providencia showing a sporting event, street scenes and cycling

Providencia

Elegant architecture, picturesque urban parks, shopping and nightlife make this one of Santiago’s most lively and popular suburbs.

Providencia
Rock of Guatape showing a house, tranquil scenes and mist or fog

Laureles

Laureles is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Unicentro Shopping Center and Belén Andrés Escobar Sports Complex while in the area.

Laureles
La Merced Church showing a city

Cusco Historic Center

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A noteworthy feature of Cusco Historic Center is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Santa Catalina Convent and Coricancha.

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Zona T

Travelers come to Zona T for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Andino Shopping Center and El Retiro Shopping Centre while you're in town.

Zona T