9 days in Santiago & Valparaiso Itinerary

Santiago tourism thrives largely thanks to the city's big selection of cultural and entertainment options, including museums, theaters, restaurants, bars, and giant malls.

Shop till you drop at Patio Bellavista and Central Market (Mercado Central). Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Concha y Toro and Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino. There's lots more to do: get great views at San Cristóbal Hill, buy something for everyone on your list at Costanera Center, don't miss a visit to Cerro Santa Lucia, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Iglesia de La Merced.

For ratings, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read our Santiago trip planner.

Dhaka City, Bangladesh to Santiago is an approximately 29-hour flight. You'll gain 9.5 hours traveling from Dhaka City to Santiago due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Valparaiso.

Navigating through a maze of colorful streets winding up and down steep hills remains an integral part of any Valparaiso tour.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Flower Clock (Reloj de Flores), then enjoy the sand and surf at Reñaca, and then see the interesting displays at La Sebastiana.

For more things to do, photos, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Valparaiso trip planner.

Traveling by car from Santiago to Valparaiso takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Valparaiso are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.