Here is a list of 10 unmissable locations in Chile that you must visit at least once in your life.
Deserts, valleys, coasts, mountains and unspoiled nature wait for you across our territory, where you’ll find enormous cultural diversity and you’ll take with you an infinite number of stories to tell.
For you to have an unforgettable adventure, we will introduce you to 10 must-see locations in your visit to Chile.
1. Rapa Nui
Get to know the most remote island in the world. White sand and turquoise color-like waters, exquisite cuisine and a millenary culture await you on Rapa Nui, one of the biggest treasures in the world and the place where moais still draw the attention of thousands of travelers.
2. San Pedro de Atacama
The Atacama Desert is a fascinating place, with salt flats, rocky valleys and magical lagoons. It is the driest place in the world, where the immensity of the landscapes will make you feel like you are in space. Flora and fauna are an example of resistance here, while you’ll get to know ancestral cultures that will change your perspective.
One of the most important towns is San Pedro de Atacama, where you’ll be able to book different tour experiences to the most fascinating places in the desert.
3. Carretera Austral
In the south of Chile there is the Carretera Austral (Austral Highway), a 1,200-kilometer route that starts in Puerto Montt and reaches Villa O’Higgins. The road crosses the beautiful landscapes of the Chilean Patagonia, through impressive destinations like Cerro Castillo, the Marble Chapels, the Hanging Snowdrift or the enormous glaciers of San Rafael Lagoon.
4. Valparaíso
Declared World Heritage, Valparaíso is a big natural amphitheater. Its houses and buildings are built around different hills, that all culminate in a bay where one of the most important ports in Chile is located. To walk around its elevators, staircases and trolleybuses is a unique experience. Exquisite marine cuisine, cultural and bohemian life await you in the Pacific Jewel.
5. Torres del Paine
Located in the extreme south of Chile, the massifs that create Torres del Paine are one of the most beautiful postcards in the world. Known as the eighth wonder of the world, it is inside a national park that hosts wonderful natural landscapes, with trekking routes that will bring out the best in you.
- Check here to learn how to go from Santiago to Torres del Paine
- Discover the routes of Torres del Paine
6. Bahía Inglesa
Known as the “Chilean Caribbean” for its white sands and turquoise waters, Bahía Inglesa, in the Atacama Region, is a top summer destination for Chileans. Kitesurfing, windsurfing, kayaking, diving, and many other activities await in this small paradise, featuring stunning spots like La Piscina, El Chuncho, and the unmissable La Virgen Beach.
7. Conguillío National Park
Ancient Araucaria trees and pristine nature trails await in Conguillío National Park, one of the most famous in the Araucanía Region. Located in the “Andean Araucanía“, you can marvel at the imposing Llaima Volcano, walk over ancient lava rivers, and lose yourself in the deep blue of the Rainbow Lagoon. It’s the perfect prehistoric setting to explore via the Sierra Nevada trail.
8. Futaleufú
Turquoise waters and granite peaks await in Futaleufú. Located in northern Patagonia, here you can challenge the legendary rapids of the “Futa” river, considered the most exciting on the planet. It is the ultimate stage for extreme adventure, where raw nature meets adrenaline.
- Find everything you need to know for your visit to Futaleufú here.
9. Laguna San Rafael National Park
Millenary ice and a breathtaking silence await in Laguna San Rafael National Park, the jewel of Aysén Patagonia. Located in front of the Northern Ice Fields, you can sail among bluish icebergs and witness the thunderous calving of the glacier under the gaze of Mount San Valentín.
10. Chiloé
A unique cultural blend, exquisite gastronomy, and colorful stilt houses await you in the Chiloé Archipelago, a land of myths and legends. Here, you can explore UNESCO World Heritage churches, sail through channels guarded by black-necked swans, and savor the traditional curanto al hoyo. It is a magical sanctuary where ancestral heritage and lush nature converge to create a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
- Check out the most mysterious places in Chiloé here.
- Explore Chiloé in 3 days: Discover the best of the magical island.
Bonus-Track: It all starts in Santiago
Get ready to discover one of the biggest cities in South America. Santiago is full of history, museums, impressive monuments, green areas and buildings that are avant-garde in technology. It also has an enormous number of restaurants, bars, accommodations and all the services you need to have an amazing stay.
