Destinations
Must-see cities, towns and places to visit in Chile.
Things to do in Vicuña, capital of the Elqui Valley: pisco, Gabriela Mistral and observatories
Guide to Vicuña, the main town in the Elqui Valley: the Gabriela Mistral Museum, the Capel and Aba pisco distilleries, Mamalluca Observatory, Torre Bauer and the Puclaro reservoir, with Google Maps ratings and bus fares from La Serena and Santiago.
Things to do in Ancud, Chiloé: Puñihuil penguins, San Antonio Fort and how to get there
Guide to Ancud, the main town in northern Chiloé: the Puñihuil penguin colonies, San Antonio Fort, the Regional Museum, beaches and the market, with Google Maps ratings, bus fares and how to get there from Puerto Montt and Santiago.
Viña del Mar Festival 2027: dates, Laura Pausini as first artist and how to get to Viña del Mar
The Viña del Mar International Song Festival 2027 runs from Monday 22 to Saturday 27 February at the Quinta Vergara, with the gala on Friday 19. Laura Pausini is the first international artist confirmed. Dates, what is known about the line-up and how to get to Viña del Mar from Santiago.
The best beaches near Santiago 2026: distance and driving time
The 11 best beaches near Santiago, Chile, in 2026, ordered by distance: Isla Negra, Algarrobo, El Quisco, Quintay, Reñaca, Maitencillo, Zapallar, Papudo, Cachagua, Pichidangui and Pichilemu, with kilometres, driving time, buses and Google Maps rating.
The best beaches in Chile 2026, north to south
Chile's 15 best beaches in 2026, from Arica to Rapa Nui, with Google Maps ratings and reviews, search demand, region, how to get there and who each one suits: El Laucho, Cavancha, La Virgen, Bahía Inglesa, Totoralillo, Las Cujas, Punta de Lobos, Anakena and more.
The best hot springs in Chile 2026: prices, water temperature and how to get there
Comparison of Chile's 9 best hot springs in 2026: entry price with source and date, water temperature, Google Maps rating, distance and who each one suits. From Puritama and Nevados de Chillán to Huife, Geométricas, Puyehue and Cauquenes.
The best places to visit in Chile 2026: a ranking based on Conaf visits and reviews
The 12 best places to visit in Chile in 2026, ranked with data: Conaf visits in 2025, Google Maps ratings and review counts, and search demand. Torres del Paine, Petrohué Falls, El Tatio, Valle de la Luna, Rapa Nui, Chiloé and more, with prices and when to go.
Lake Rapel, Chile: things to do, beaches, water sports and how to get there from Santiago
Guide to Lake Rapel, the reservoir in the O'Higgins Region declared a Zone of Tourist Interest: water sports, camping and cabins in El Estero, Llallauquén and Las Balsas, the hydroelectric plant, when to go and how to get there from Santiago (bus to Las Cabras from CLP 6,500).
Puerto Octay, Chile: things to do in the German settlers' town on Lake Llanquihue and how to get there
Guide to Puerto Octay, the German settlers' town on the north shore of Lake Llanquihue: wooden heritage houses, San Agustín church, beaches such as Península Centinela, Playa Maitén and Las Cascadas, views of the Osorno and Puntiagudo volcanoes, when to go and how to get there.
Villarrica, Chile: things to do, the lake, the waterfront and how to get there
Guide to Villarrica, the La Araucanía town on Lake Villarrica facing the volcano: things to do on the waterfront and beaches, the Mapuche Cultural Exhibition, nearby Lican Ray and Pucón, when to go and how to get there from Santiago (bus from CLP 12,900) and Temuco.
Quintay, Chile: beaches, old whaling station, things to do and how to get there
Guide to Quintay, the fishing cove in the Casablanca municipality, 121 km from Santiago: Playa Grande and Playa Chica, the museum in what was Chile's largest whaling station, wreck diving, the weather and how to get there from Santiago and Valparaíso.
Cobquecura, Chile: Stone Church, sea lion colony, things to do, weather and how to get there
Guide to Cobquecura, on the Ñuble coast: the Iglesia de Piedra (Stone Church) and the sea lion colony of the Nature Sanctuary, the historic centre built with slate, the waves of Buchupureo, the weather month by month and how to get there from Chillán and Santiago.
Camarones, the only Chilean destination in the Green Destinations Top 100 2026: rural tourism in Esquiña and Illapata
The municipality of Camarones, in Arica y Parinacota, made the Green Destinations 2026 Top 100 good practice stories with its rural tourism project in Esquiña and Illapata, chosen from entries from 41 countries. What was recognised, what Camarones is like and what to see in the land of the Chinchorro mummies.
Guanaqueros, Chile: beaches, camping, things to do and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
A guide to Guanaqueros, in Chile's Coquimbo Region, for summer 2026-2027: the 7 km beach, the neighbouring beaches of Morrillos, Playa Blanca and Tongoy, boat trips from the fishing cove, camping and cabins, the weather month by month and how to get there from La Serena, Coquimbo and Santiago.
Los Vilos and Pichidangui, Chile: beaches, things to do and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
A guide to Los Vilos and Pichidangui, on the southern coast of Chile's Coquimbo Region, for summer 2026-2027: beaches, Isla de Lobos, the Conchalí lagoon, the fishing coves, Pichidangui's horseshoe bay, the weather and how to get there from Santiago by bus or on Route 5 North.
El Quisco, Chile: beaches, things to do and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
A guide to El Quisco, on the central coast of Chile's Valparaíso Region, for summer 2026-2027: its beaches one by one (Los Corsarios, Punta de Tralca, El Batro, Isla Negra), which ones were cleared for swimming, things to do, the weather month by month and how to get there from Santiago by bus or car.
Reñaca, Chile: beaches by sector, Concón dunes, things to do and how to get there
Guide to Reñaca, in Viña del Mar, for summer 2026-2027: its five beach sectors, Avenida Borgoño, the Concón dunes (a nature sanctuary since 1993), Gómez Carreño park, how to get there from Santiago and monthly weather with DMC data.
Papudo, Chile: beaches, things to do and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
Guide to Papudo, in Chile's Valparaíso Region: Playa Grande, Playa Chica, Los Lilenes and Playa Durazno, the Church of Our Lady of Mercy, the fishing cove and the Pirate's Cave, how to get there from Santiago (175 km), monthly weather with DMC data and its history.
Panguipulli, Chile: things to do in the Seven Lakes district, weather and how to get there
Guide to Panguipulli, in Chile's Los Ríos Region, for summer 2026-2027: things to do in town and at the seven lakes (Calafquén, Riñihue, Neltume, Pirehueico, Pullinque and Pellaifa), Coñaripe, Liquiñe and its hot springs, the Puerto Fuy ferry with schedules and fares, monthly weather and how to get there.
Algarrobo, Chile: beaches, things to do and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
Guide to Algarrobo, on Chile's central coast: El Canelo and El Canelillo, Pejerrey, Las Cadenas and Algarrobo Norte beaches, the penguins of Pájaros Niños Islet, the Pirate's Cave, how to get there from Santiago (112 km) and month-by-month weather from the DMC.
Tongoy, Chile: beaches, things to do and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
Guide to Tongoy, in Chile's Coquimbo Region: Playa Grande, Playa Socos, Playa Blanca and Puerto Aldea, scallops and the fishing cove, the wetland sanctuary with 131 bird species, how to get there from La Serena and Santiago, and month-by-month weather from the DMC.
Things to do in San Pedro de Atacama: tours, weather and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
San Pedro de Atacama guide for the 2026-2027 summer: things to do in town and around it (Moon Valley, lagoons, El Tatio geysers, the salt flat and hot springs), how many days to stay, month-by-month weather from the DMC, how to get there from Calama and how to acclimatize to the altitude.
San Antonio opens its 2026-2027 cruise season with the Seabourn Pursuit, which will make 14 calls
The expedition ship Seabourn Pursuit opened the 2026-2027 season at DP World's San Antonio terminal and will return 14 times through April 7, 2027. Itinerary to Puerto Montt, Caleta Tortel and Punta Arenas, the season's ships and figures from previous years.
Zapallar and Las Cujas beach, Chile: things to do, how to get there and rules in 2026-2027
Guide to Zapallar, on the Valparaíso coast: the beach and promenade, the fishing cove, Cachagua and Las Cujas beach (walk-in access, no pets or tents), the Humboldt penguin island, how to get there from Santiago (167 km) and month-by-month weather.
Bahía Inglesa, Chile: beaches, things to do and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
Guide to Bahía Inglesa, in Caldera, Atacama Region: its beaches (La Piscina, El Chuncho, Las Machas), Los Dedos Paleontological Park and the planned museum, how to get there by plane or bus, month-by-month weather from DMC data and nearby sights.
Maitencillo, Chile: beaches, things to do and how to get there in summer 2026-2027
Guide to Maitencillo, on the Valparaíso coast: its beaches (Aguas Blancas, El Abanico, Playa Chica, the fishing cove), paragliding from Cerro La Cruz, how to get there from Santiago (130 km) and Viña del Mar, month-by-month weather and nearby sights such as Cachagua and its penguin island.
Tourism in Magallanes: 67.3% of businesses reported a decline or flat activity in October 2026
In October 2026, 40.8% of the tourism businesses surveyed in Chile's Magallanes region reported less activity than a year earlier and 26.5% were flat. In Puerto Natales, over 40% saw bookings fall 30% to 40%. The figures, the causes and what it means for travelers heading to Torres del Paine.
Puerto Williams and Navarino Island: how to get there, things to do and the Dientes de Navarino circuit
A guide to Puerto Williams, on Navarino Island, Chile's southernmost town: DAP flights from Punta Arenas, the 30-to-33-hour ferry, the boat from Ushuaia, the Dientes de Navarino trek (police registration, free entry) and when to go.
Le Lyrial opens the cruise season at Valparaíso's Pacífico Sur terminal and sails for Chiloé, Tortel and Cape Horn
Ponant's Le Lyrial was the first cruise ship of the 2026-2027 season at Valparaíso's Terminal Pacífico Sur and the port's second. It sails on November 3 on a 14-day voyage via Castro, Caleta Tortel, the fjords and Puerto Williams. Valparaíso cruise season figures.
Hand of the Desert (Mano del Desierto): how to get there, history and tips for Chile's 11-meter sculpture
Guide to the Mano del Desierto, Mario Irarrázabal's sculpture 75 km south of Antofagasta next to Route 5: how to get there, when to go, its history since 1992, night photography and tips for driving through the desert.
World Travel Awards 2026: Chile goes for eight world titles, from Santiago and Pucón to the Atacama Desert
Chile, Santiago, Pucón, the Atacama Desert and Sernatur compete in eight world categories of the 2026 World Travel Awards, whose final will be held on December 12 in Tanzania. The categories, how to vote, the deadline and the awards Chile has already won.
Del Escenario a la Ciudad: Santiago's nightlife plan starts with Iron Maiden and discounts at 45 venues
The "Del Escenario a la Ciudad" night-economy pilot debuts on October 31 with Iron Maiden's concerts at the Estadio Nacional: 28 venues in Barrio Italia and 17 in Plaza Ñuñoa offer discounts with your ticket. Who is behind it, how it works and the extended Metro hours.
The Cormorant at 55 South: Silversea opens in Puerto Williams the hotel it bills as the world's southernmost
Silversea starts its 2026-2027 Antarctic season with 40 voyages and The Cormorant at 55 South, a 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams officially opening on November 5. What it is, how the Antarctica Fly Cruise program works and how to get to Puerto Williams.
Lake Ranco, Chile: things to do, how to get there and what the weather is like at the country's fourth-largest lake
A guide to Lake Ranco, in Chile's Los Ríos Region: 424.6 km² according to the DGA, things to do in Futrono, Llifén, Huapi Island and the Nilahue falls, how to get there from Valdivia and Osorno, and month-by-month weather with official data.
Caleta Tortel: how to get to Chile's boardwalk village and what to do
Guide to Caleta Tortel, in Chile's Aysén region: seven kilometers of cypress boardwalks over the mouth of the Baker River, a protected Typical Zone since 2001. How to get there along the Carretera Austral from Coyhaique or Cochrane, what to do and when to go.
Puerto Natales cruise season: the MS Fridtjof Nansen opens the 2026-2027 season at the Skorpios terminal
HX Expeditions' expedition cruise ship MS Fridtjof Nansen opened the 2026-2027 cruise season in Puerto Natales, calling from October 24 to 26 at Skorpios' Terminal Marítimo Patagonia Sur. Ship and terminal facts, and what it means for Torres del Paine.
Magellan Discoverer, the first hybrid-electric cruise ship built in the Americas, leaves Valdivia for Antarctica
The Magellan Discoverer, built by Asenav in Valdivia for Antarctica21, made its last departure from the shipyard and will be delivered on October 30, 2026. It carries 96 passengers, its maiden voyage leaves Punta Arenas on December 15 and fares start at about US$15,000.
Magallanes tourist season 2026-2027: a slow start due to expensive airfares and doubts over Torres del Paine tickets
Businesses in the Austro Chile association warn of a slow start to the tourist season in Magallanes because of airfare prices, while a congressman asks Conaf for certainty about 2027 ticket sales for Torres del Paine. Figures, the cruise ships already arriving and what to expect.
Lake General Carrera: things to do, how to get there and the towns around Chile's largest lake
Guide to Lake General Carrera, in Aysén, Chile's largest lake with 951 km² on the Chilean side: how to get there via the Carretera Austral or by ferry to Chile Chico, things to do in Puerto Río Tranquilo, Puerto Guadal and Chile Chico, and Patagonia National Park.
Puritama hot springs: entrance fee, opening hours and how to get there from San Pedro de Atacama
Guide to the Puritama hot springs (Termas de Puritama), about 30 km from San Pedro de Atacama: 2026 entrance fee (from CLP 35,000 per adult), morning and afternoon sessions, how to get there, what is included and what is not allowed.
Bahía Inglesa: Chile's government will tender 420 hectares of state land for hotels and homes by the beach
Chile's Ministry of National Assets is preparing a tender for 420.39 hectares of state land in Bahía Inglesa, Caldera, for tourism, hotel and real-estate projects. The stages, the timetable and what is known about the plan.
Chiloé cruise season 2026-2027: Castro will receive 15 port calls and about 4,500 passengers
Empormontt launched the 2026-2027 cruise season in Castro, Chiloé: 15 international port calls, 4,497 passengers and 2,417 crew, three ships fewer than the previous year. How it compares with Magallanes and Valparaíso.
Hotel occupancy over Chile's 12 October holiday: San Pedro de Atacama led with 82.2%
Hotel occupancy over the 12 October 2026 long weekend reached 52.2% across the 54 destinations measured by Sernatur. San Pedro de Atacama, Colchagua and Bahía Inglesa topped the ranking; Valparaíso stood at 40.8%.
Santiago prepares a tourism plan and a stopover program to keep transit passengers in the city
The Municipality of Santiago will present its Tourism Development Plan in November and the Undersecretariat of Tourism is working on a stopover program. The Metropolitan Region had 76.4% hotel occupancy in August, the highest in Chile. What they want and what is missing.
Valle de la Luna in San Pedro de Atacama: tickets, opening hours and how to explore it
Guide to the Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) in San Pedro de Atacama: 2026 ticket price (CLP 10,800), opening hours, how to buy tickets, what to see (Duna Mayor, Tres Marías, the Amphitheatre, Mina Victoria and the Kari viewpoint), rules and sunset tips.
Sernatur's Turismo Mujer 2026-2027: destinations, prices and requirements
Sernatur's Turismo Mujer program opens a new season with about 5,000 spots for women aged 18 to 64, with all-inclusive packages from CLP 180,000. The first group arrived in Valle Las Trancas. Destinations, prices and how to book.
Things to do in Concepción: 12 ideas in the capital of Biobío
Things to do in Concepción, Chile: the Presence of Latin America mural, the University of Concepción bell tower, Cerro Caracol, the Huáscar in Talcahuano, the Chiflón del Diablo mine in Lota and nearby beaches. How to get there and how long to stay.
Things to do in Temuco: a guide to the capital of La Araucanía
Things to do in Temuco: Cerro Ñielol and its copihue flowers, the Pablo Neruda National Railway Museum, the Pinto market, Mapuche food and trips to Conguillío and Pucón. Status of the Municipal Market, how to get there and how long to stay.
Things to do in Chillán: murals, markets and the gateway to Nevados
Things to do in Chillán: the Siqueiros and Guerrero murals at the Escuela México, the cathedral, the market, Chillán Viejo and trips to Valle Las Trancas, the hot springs and Nevados de Chillán. How to get there by train, bus or car.
Things to do in Coyhaique: national reserve, Piedra del Indio, the Simpson River and the gateway to the Carretera Austral
Guide to things to do in Coyhaique, capital of Aysén: Coyhaique National Reserve and its lagoons, Piedra del Indio, the Simpson River promenade, the Regional Museum, the pentagonal square and day trips to Cerro Castillo and the Carretera Austral.
Things to do in Puerto Natales: Milodón Cave, glaciers, the waterfront and the gateway to Torres del Paine
Guide to things to do in Puerto Natales: waterfront and Monument to the Wind, historic pier, museum, Cerro Dorotea, Milodón Cave, boat trips to the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers and how to reach Torres del Paine. Conaf data and 2027 tips.
Things to do in Puerto Montt: Angelmó, Tenglo Island, the waterfront and the best day trips
Guide to things to do in Puerto Montt: Angelmó cove and market, Tenglo Island, the waterfront, Pelluco, museums, Alerce Andino National Park and day trips to Puerto Varas, Chiloé and the Carretera Austral. How many days to stay and how to get around.
Valparaíso cruise season 2026-2027: 30 port calls, 25% more than last year
Valparaíso opened its 2026-2027 cruise season with the Fridtjof Nansen. There are 30 calls until April 15, 2027, nine with overnight stays. Schedule, ships and what to do ashore.
Things to do in Pichilemu: surfing Punta de Lobos, the Cáhuil salt flats and Agustín Ross's legacy
Things to do in Pichilemu: Punta de Lobos and its World Surfing Reserve, the Cáhuil salt pans, the Ross park and former casino, beaches and how to get there from Santiago in 3 to 4 hours.
Things to do in Frutillar: Teatro del Lago, the German colonial museum and the Llanquihue waterfront
Things to do in Frutillar, a UNESCO Creative City of Music: Teatro del Lago, the Semanas Musicales, the German Colonial Museum, kuchen, the beach and views of Osorno volcano across Lake Llanquihue.
Things to do in Arica: the Morro, the Chinchorro mummies and the beaches of eternal spring
Things to do in Arica: climb the Morro, see the Chinchorro mummies, a UNESCO World Heritage site, San Marcos Cathedral, the Anzota caves, surf beaches and trips to the Azapa Valley and Lauca.
Things to do in Iquique: beaches, the Humberstone nitrate works and Paseo Baquedano
Guide to things to do in Iquique: Cavancha beach, Paseo Baquedano, the Zofri free zone, paragliding from Alto Hospicio and trips to Humberstone, Pica and La Tirana.
Things to do in Santiago, Chile: neighborhoods, hills, museums and day trips
Guide to things to do in Santiago, Chile: Plaza de Armas, La Moneda, Santa Lucía hill, Lastarria, Bellavista, free museums, Sky Costanera and day trips to wineries, Valparaíso and the Andes.
Things to do in Valdivia: rivers, Spanish forts, beer and nature
Guide to things to do in Valdivia: the river market and sea lions, Isla Teja, the Niebla and Corral forts, river cruises, the Carlos Anwandter sanctuary and the beer route.
Chile wins four World Travel Awards 2026 and competes in eight world categories
Chile won four World Travel Awards 2026 in South America, including best adventure tourism destination for the twelfth time. World voting closes on October 30.
Things to do in La Serena and Coquimbo: beaches, lighthouse, cross and Elqui Valley
Guide to things to do in La Serena and Coquimbo: Avenida del Mar and the Monumental Lighthouse, the historic center, the Third Millennium Cross, Barrio Inglés, beaches, Humboldt penguins and the Elqui Valley.
Things to do in Punta Arenas: penguins, the Strait of Magellan and museums
Guide to things to do in Punta Arenas: Plaza Muñoz Gamero, the municipal cemetery, museums, Cerro de la Cruz, Magdalena Island, Fuerte Bulnes and how to continue to Torres del Paine.
Things to do in Viña del Mar: Flower Clock, Wulff Castle, Quinta Vergara and beaches
Guide to Viña del Mar: the Flower Clock, Wulff Castle, Quinta Vergara, Rioja Palace, the beaches and Reñaca. How to get there from Santiago and how to combine it with Valparaíso.
Things to do in Puerto Varas: Lake Llanquihue, Osorno volcano and Frutillar
Guide to Puerto Varas: Lake Llanquihue, the Sacred Heart church, Osorno volcano, Petrohué Falls and Frutillar with the Teatro del Lago. How to get there and when to go.
BTS in Santiago: the effect of the concerts on tourism
BTS's three concerts at the Estadio Nacional sent searches for lodging in Santiago up 200%. Dates, figures and tips for anyone traveling to see the Arirang tour.
Valparaíso: a one-day guide to Chile's most colorful port city
Hillside neighborhoods, funiculars, street art and the sea: how to make the most of a full day in Valparaíso, a UNESCO World Heritage site an hour and a half from Santiago.
Chiloé: mythology, stilt houses and food in the archipelago
Heritage churches, houses built on stilts, and a mythology all its own: what makes Chiloé so different from the rest of Chile.
What to see in Chilean Patagonia: a guide for first-timers
Torres del Paine, Puerto Natales and the southern fjords: an introductory itinerary through Chilean Patagonia for those visiting for the first time.
Easter Island (Rapa Nui): what to know before you travel
How to get to Easter Island, how many days you should plan for, and practical information to know before traveling to Rapa Nui.