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

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
4 out of 5
Jose Victorino Lastarria 299, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P7,301 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P7,301
P7,301 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (834 reviews)
"Perfect location. It’s on the street that is most alive in Lastarria."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Hotel Cumbres Lastarria
The Singular Santiago
The Singular Santiago
5 out of 5
Merced 294, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P12,450 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
P12,450
P12,450 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
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! (608 reviews)
Lovely stay
"From check in to check out, everything was seamless here at Singular. We enjoyed our stay here very much and would come back stay at any of their other hotels."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

The Singular Santiago
Luciano K Hotel
Luciano K Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Merced, 84, Lastarria, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
The price is P6,929 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
P6,929
P6,929 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (617 reviews)
Excellent place to stay while on vacation.
"Second time I've stayed there. Excellent in every respect. Rooftop terrace is my main reason that I go there. Free breakfast is definitely another incentive. Great location as well. Near all the touristy places. Would recommend this place no question."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Luciano K Hotel
Hotel Ismael
Hotel Ismael
3.5 out of 5
Ismael Valdes Vergara 312, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P7,169 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P7,169
P7,169 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (360 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on Apr 4, 2025

Hotel Ismael
Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel
Casa Bueras Boutique Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Coronel Santiago Bueras 188, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P6,371 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
P6,371
P6,371 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
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! (489 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
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG
Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG
4 out of 5
Armando Cortinez Norte 2150, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P6,873 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P6,873
P7,436 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,287 reviews)
"I liked the proximity to the airport."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Lastarria

Santa Lucia Hill showing street scenes, a park and chateau or palace

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 street scenes and outdoor art

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 featuring a pond, chateau or palace 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 featuring cycling, a sporting event and street scenes

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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