Many of the best outdoor activities in the region are located in the stunning El Cajón del Maipo, a river gorge winding through the Andes mountains just southeast of Santiago.
The mountains near Santiago are home to the continent’s best ski slopes.
For many, a trip to Chile is incomplete without sampling the rightfully-lauded wines it produces.
For travelers interested in sampling Chile’s wine closer to their Santiago accommodation, there are some great options within the city limits.
The city oozes character with its turn of the century architecture and ubiquitous street art.
These river-adjacent springs consist of pools rich in sodium, iodine and potassium, and the baths vary between 28-55ºC (82-131ºF).