Providencia

Santiago
Providencia showing a sporting event, street scenes and cycling
Providencia showing a sporting event and cycling
Providencia which includes cycling, street scenes and a sporting event
Providencia showing a sporting event, cycling and street scenes
Providencia
Elegant architecture, picturesque urban parks, shopping and nightlife make this one of Santiago’s most lively and popular suburbs.

Stroll through modern shopping districts and graceful architecture or visit bohemian districts and urban parks in the suburb of Providencia. Once loved by the late Chilean poet Pablo Neruda, today Providencia is known for its young and affluent residents.

Providencia’s architectural beauty ranges from embassies and churches to 20th-century palaces. Check out the neo-Renaissance style Iglesia de la Divina Providencia (Church of the Divine Providence). Step inside the Tuscan-style Palacio Falabella to admire opulent decorations. Outside, Greek and Roman sculptures decorate a pretty plaza. Visit the majestic Palacio Schacht, home to art exhibitions and cultural activities.

Shopping is a major highlight of the suburb. Find bookstores, fashion boutiques and modern malls spread along Providencia and Nueva Providencia (11 de Septiembre) avenues. Browse the Galeria Drugstore shopping mall with chic boutiques and cafés. Discover hundreds of retail outlets, luxury hotels, cafés and restaurants in the four skyscrapers of the Costanera Center. Enjoy great city views from the center’s food court. 

Take a break from sightseeing and relax in the well-maintained Parque de las Esculturas (Sculpture Park). Admire sculptures by contemporary Chilean artists and bring a picnic to eat on the lawn. In January the park hosts open-air concerts as part of the Festival Internacional de Jazz de Providencia (Providencia International Jazz Festival).

In the evening, enjoy the nightlife of Barrio Suecia, where pubs, bars and nightclubs fill with locals and visitors. Go to nearby Paseo Orrego Luco for a quieter drinking and dining scene. The outdoor seating areas are ideal on a hot day. Sample some of Chile’s famous wines.

The north edge of Providencia is a gateway to Parque Metropolitano and the impressive Cerro San Cristóbal lookout. Follow walking trails to gardens and swimming pools. In the foothills of the park is Bellavista, a bohemian district with bars, cafés and La Chascona, a former residence of Pablo Neruda.

Providencia lies east of Santiago’s historic center, a 10-minute drive from Plaza de Armas. It’s easily accessible via public buses and the metro. Take the metro to Baquedano, Pedro de Valdivia or Los Leones. A hop-on hop-off tourist bus runs through the suburb.


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Top hotels in Providencia

Novotel Santiago Providencia
Novotel Santiago Providencia
4 out of 5
Avenida Holanda 222, Providencia, Santiago, Santiago
The price is P6,758 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
P6,758
P6,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (736 reviews)
"Excellent location and excellent service!!!"

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024

Novotel Santiago Providencia
Ola Santiago Providencia, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Ola Santiago Providencia, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
Holanda 307, Santiago
The price is P6,554 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
P6,554
P6,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (419 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2024

Ola Santiago Providencia, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Solace Hotel Santiago
Solace Hotel Santiago
4 out of 5
Monseñor Sotero Sanz 115, Providencia, Santiago, Región Metropolitana
The price is P6,940 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
P6,940
P6,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2025
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Great hotel
"Service of staff was really great, always friendly and helpful. Room was clean and nice, things to improve would be seemed difficult to regulate the temperature of the room, and the bed needed a mattress protector."

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2024

Solace Hotel Santiago
Hotel ibis Santiago Providencia
Hotel ibis Santiago Providencia
3 out of 5
Avenida Providencia 1187, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P3,798 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
P3,798
P3,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2025
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (942 reviews)
"The rooms are modernly equipped and comfortable though compact. The staff is friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2024

Hotel ibis Santiago Providencia
Sheraton Santiago Hotel and Convention Center
Sheraton Santiago Hotel and Convention Center
4 out of 5
Ave Santa Maria 1742, Santiago, Region Metropolitana
The price is P6,449 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
P6,449
P6,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2025
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Santiago. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (527 reviews)
"Great location and good customer service. Breakfast buffet was exceptional!"

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2024

Sheraton Santiago Hotel and Convention Center
Hotel Almasur Providencia
Hotel Almasur Providencia
4 out of 5
440 Avenida Pedro de Valdivia, Santiago
The price is P5,558 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
P5,558
P5,558 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Santiago. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, convenient and was given a courtesy early check in and late checkout which I really appreciated after a few weeks of traveling through South America."

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2024

Hotel Almasur Providencia
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Other neighbourhoods around Providencia

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.

Bellavista
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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
Lastarria which includes cafe lifestyle and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Lastarria

Lastarria is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lastarria District and Santa Lucia Hill while in the area.

Lastarria
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Bellas Artes

Museums, coffeehouses, and historic sites are just a few things travelers like about Bellas Artes. Sights like Santa Lucia Hill and Forest Park are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Santiago area at Bellas Artes Station.

Bellas Artes
Lo Contador featuring road cycling and tranquil scenes

Recoleta

Noted for its cafes and museums, there's plenty to explore in Recoleta. Top attractions like Santiago Metropolitan Park and San Cristobal Hill are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Einstein Station or Cemetery Station to see more of the city.

Recoleta
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Ñuñoa

Ñuñoa is well-liked for its mountain views and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Julio Martinez Pradanos National Stadium and Plaza Nunoa are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Chile España Station or Ñuñoa Station to get around.

Ñuñoa

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