9 days in Santiago & San Jose de Maipo 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Santiago: La Sebastiana (in Valparaiso) and Concha y Toro (in Pirque). And it doesn't end there: take in the awesome beauty at San Cristóbal Hill, see the interesting displays at Museo de la Memoria y los Derechos Humanos, take an in-depth tour of Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, and don't miss a visit to Cerro Santa Lucia.

For other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Santiago day trip planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to San Jose de Maipo.

Long an oasis for residents of Santiago in need of some fresh air, San Jose de Maipo draws visitors from all four corners of the world.

On the 23rd (Sat), make a trip to Plaza de Armas in San José de Maipo, look for gifts at Casa Chocolate Tienda Boutique, then admire the engineering at El Yeso Dam, and finally steep yourself in history at Ex-Tren Militar del Cajon de Maipo. Here are some ideas for day two: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then do a tasting at Alyan Family Wines, and then do a tasting at Vina El Principal.

To find more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the San Jose de Maipo attractions planning website.

Getting from Santiago to San Jose de Maipo by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of subway and bus; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 64°F, and evening lows to 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive back home.