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Santiago travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-11

Common scams in Santiago

8 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Santiago, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

6 places worth your time in Santiago, with what each is actually like and when to go.

6 dishes to eat in Santiago, what is in them, and where they belong.

5 customs and traditions in Santiago — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

How to travel around Santiago — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Scam entries describe patterns reported in an area. They are not findings of fact, and they do not allege wrongdoing by any named business.