What is there to do in Santiago at night? 6 nighttime scenarios

At night in Santiago, you can enjoy beautiful views, culture, bohemia, gastronomic neighborhoods and many other nocturnal scenarios that become special once the sun has set.

If you want to have fun at night, here are 6 places to enjoy in the Chilean capital.

1. Barrio Italia (Italian Neighborhood)

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If you’re looking for a party, the Italian District (Barrio Italia) is an excellent option. You’ll find a wide range of bars, restaurants, and places to dance here that combine with vintage stores, old buildings, and boutiques that give it a unique touch. Moreover, live music and signature cuisine are distinctive seals of this famous part of Providencia.

Check this note with the best places to enjoy nocturnal life in the capital.

How do I get to Italia District?

The best way to get to the Barrio Italia  is to get off the subway at Santa Isabel Metro Station and then walk east.

2. Santiago Municipal Theater

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Dance, opera, music and theater wait for you at the Santiago Municipal Theater , one of the main spaces for fine arts in the country, with afternoon and evening shows. With cheap tickets, a complete line-up, and proximity to different services, make the most of your visit to the capital and get immersed in the culture of our country.

How do I get to Santiago Municipal Theater?

You can find it at Agustinas 794, next to Cerro Santa Lucía (Santa Lucía Hill). You can get to the Santiago Municipal Theater by walking a few blocks from the Santa Lucía, Universidad de Chile or Bellas Artes Metro Station.

3. Alonso de Córdova District

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Enjoy an exclusive night at the Alonso de Córdova District (Barrio Alonso de Córdova), located in the heart of Vitacura. A wide offer of restaurants, coffee shops, mansions and different activities await you in this sector embellished by trees, longhouses, and luxury stores.

How do I get to Alonso de Córdova District?

The Alonso de Córdova District is located between Américo Vespucio and Bicentenario Avenues. You can get there by taking a bus from the Manquehue or Escuela Militar Metro Station.

4. Concha y Toro District

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One of the hidden treasures of Santiago, in the Concha y Toro District, you’ll find cultural activities at night that you will love.

Built at the beginning of the 20^th century, its old mansions and cobblestone streets create a unique and literary atmosphere that makes you feel like a time traveler. Moreover, it’s one of our five best places in the capital to take a photo for Instagram.

How do I get to Concha y Toro District?

It’s easy to get there: get off at the República Metro Station and walk a few blocks south.

5. La Moneda Cultural Center

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Did you know that under the Chilean government palace there is an area dedicated to the dissemination of the arts and the culture? It’s the La Moneda Cultural Center, which has a rich billboard that includes films, shows, launches, and exhibitions that continue until nighttime.

How do I get to La Moneda Cultural Center?

The best way to get to the La Moneda Cultural Center is to get off at La Moneda Metro Station and walk. The entrances are on the left and right sides of the government palace.

6. Pailalén Park

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For astronomy fanatics, in San José de Maipo you can find Pailalén Park. Its tours include universe observation with the latest generation telescopes, lessons about the wonders of the cosmos, and dinners under the beautiful stars. It is an excellent opportunity to have a nocturnal activity far away from urban life.

How do I get to Pailalén Park?

The best way to get to Pailalén Park is to go by car and drive for around 1 hour and 30 minutes down Camino al Volcán.

7. Sky Costanera Viewpoint

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At the Costanera Center mall you will find a viewpoint that delivers a 360º panoramic view of Santiago.

And at night, you’ll see how the Chilean capital lights up, creating an impressive view at an altitude of 300 meters, where places like the San Cristóbal Hill, the Andes Mountain Range, and other tourist places in the city take fascinating shapes.

How do I get to Sky Costanera?

The access to the viewpoint is on the fifth floor of the Costanera Center, which you can get to by walking a few blocks from Tobalaba Metro Station.