2 days in Chile 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.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Sat): steep yourself in history at Centro Cultural Palacio de la Moneda y Plaza de la Ciudadania, get great views at San Cristóbal Hill, and then make a trip to Santa Lucia Hill.

For more things to do, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Santiago trip planner.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Santiago. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to travel to San Pedro de Atacama.

Major archeological sites and a renowned museum remain the big draws in San Pedro de Atacama tourism, appealing to visitors interested in learning more about South America's pre-Columbian cultures.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): delve into the distant past at Pukara de Quitor, take in the natural beauty of Geyser del Tatio, and then test the waters at Atacama Desert.

To find reviews, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, go to the San Pedro de Atacama trip planner.

Getting from Santiago to San Pedro de Atacama by combination of flight and shuttle takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In June in San Pedro de Atacama, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 0°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.