Torres del Paine National Park
Torres del Paine National Park, with its iconic granite towers, is one of the most popular destinations in Patagonia. It is most famous for the W Trek, but dig deeper and you'll …
Things to do in Santiago
Walking Tour of Santiago
Swoop's Sally has guided hundreds of visitors around Santiago over the last eight years.
Read her recommended Walking Tour route for seeing very best sites of Santiago in an afternoon.
Colonial buildings of Santiago de Chile
Hiking & Biking
A variety of local companies offer day hikes, biking trips, and walking city tours in and around Santiago.
We have lots of these day trips, to find one that suits you please contact us.
Restaurants & Evening Entertainment
There is some fantastic evening entertainment available in Santiago to suit all tastes.
For example, a new and innovative dinner show combines Chilean cuisine with a journey through Chile's culture, allowing guests to both watch and participate- you can even get up and join the dancers if you wish! Get in touch to find out more!
Read more about where to Eat and Drink in Santiago.
Staying in Santiago
Neighbourhoods of Santiago
Although Santiago is a sprawling city, the city centre is quite compact with many of the historic buildings, bars and restaurants nestled together in just a few neighbourhoods. Read on our blog a little description of each neighbourhood so you can see which area you think might suit you best.
Hotels in Santiago
Santiago is the gateway to Chilean Patagonia's mountain peaks, glacial valleys, and coastal fjords.
Read more about Hotels in Santiago.
Classic Santiago, wines and Valparaiso Trip
Four Days
Get to know Santiago’s fascinating history, culture and scenery on a half day city tour of Santiago’s iconic sights. Escape to the colourful port city of Valparaíso which you’ll explore in the afternoon after a spot of wine tasting at the Casablanca Valley.
This is the classic way to experience Santiago and Valparaíso and is one of our most popular trips. You can combine this with ‘Classics’ in other parts of Chile and Argentina to tailor your two-three week holiday.
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Colourful houses in Valparaiso
Stay at a Chilean Vineyard
This peaceful retreat just outside bustling Santiago is ideal for both wine lovers and those simply wanting some R&R at the end of their adventure.
Taking a walking tour of the vineyards at Matetic
What our customers think of Santiago
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Valparaiso
Chile's lively, bustling historic port city is famous for its eclectic mix of UNESCO protected architecture, its multi-coloured houses, turn of the century funiculars that still transport people up to the surrounding hills, world-class street art and delicious fresh seafood. Visit the house of the Noble Prize winner Pablo Neruda or spend a day visiting the vineyards of the near by Casablanca Valley.
Before & After Santiago
Chilean Lake District
The Chilean Lake District is packed with glacial lakes, snow-capped volcanoes, islands rich in history and folklore, national parks and adventure sports activities.
Buenos Aires
If you're visiting Argentine Patagonia you're likely to pass through the bustling city of Buenos Aires. Here you'll find Swoop's suggestions for the best things to see and do as …
Aysen
Remote, beautiful and with one of the most famous road-trip roads in the world, Aysen is a destination for those seeking the best of Patagonia without the crowds.
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