Best places to visit in Chile

Chile's Absolute Must-Sees

This collection spans the geographical extremes of Chile, from the high-altitude volcanoes and oases of the Atacama Desert to the glacial fjords of the southern Aisén and Magallanes regions. It highlights significant historical sites like the War of the Pacific battlefields and the maritime history of Punta Arenas, alongside architectural landmarks like the Sara Braun Palace. Natural features include active volcanoes, thermal springs at Chillán, and expansive ice fields like the Jorge Montt Glacier.

Chile's Absolute Must-Sees — Map

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Plaza Toconao

Traditional village square in the Atacama Desert, known for its 18th-century bell tower built from volcanic stone and cactus wood.

Vera & Jean-Christophe / CC BY-SA 2.0

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Nevado Tres Cruces National Park

Nevado Tres Cruces National Park is a national park in the Atacama Region of Chile, east of Copiapó.

Vincent Huang / CC BY 2.0

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San Rafael Lake

San Rafael Lake is an arc-shaped coastal lake located in the Aysén del General Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Region of Chile, within the national…

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Jorge Montt Glacier

Jorge Montt Glacier is a tidewater glacier located in the Aisén Region of Chile, south of the town of Caleta Tortel.

macha chile / Javier Rubilar " / CC BY 2.0

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Chaitén

Chaitén is a volcanic caldera 3 kilometres in diameter, 17 kilometres west of the elongated ice-capped Michinmahuida volcano and 10…

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Cerro El Muerto

Cerro el Muerto is a range or area at the border of Argentina and Chile. It has a height of 6,510 metres.

rear admiral Galvarino Riveros,… / Public domain

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Battle of Angamos

The Battle of Angamos was a naval encounter of the War of the Pacific fought between the navies of Chile and Perú at Punta Angamos, on 8…

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Battle of Tarapacá

The Battle of Tarapacá occurred on November 27, 1879, during the Tarapacá Campaign of the War of the Pacific.

Juanmatassi / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Nao Victoria Museum

The Nao Victoria Museum is a private maritime museum located in Punta Arenas, Chile. It has been open to the public since 1 October 2011.

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Casa José Nogueira

A late 19th-century mansion in Punta Arenas, once the residence of pioneer José Nogueira. It is a designated National Monument reflecting the region's sheep-farming boom.

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Palacio Montés Pello

Historic mansion in Punta Arenas built in the early 20th century, showcasing the neoclassical architectural style prevalent during the city's economic peak.

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Sara Braun Palace

National Monument built between 1894 and 1905. This neoclassical mansion features lavish European interiors and was the home of influential Patagonian figure Sara Braun.

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Patio Palacio Sara Braun

A sheltered garden and courtyard adjacent to the Sara Braun Palace, situated within the historic city center of Punta Arenas.

Michael Lejeune

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Quebrada de Jerez

Explore this unique wooded area with an oasis. There are even pools suitable for swimming.

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Mirador Glaciar Exploradores

Elevated vantage point offering views of the Exploradores Glacier and the northern reaches of the North Patagonian Ice Field.

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Viewpoint

Observation point overlooking the mountain landscapes and glacial valleys near General Carrera Lake in the Aysén Region.

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Mount of the Cross

Panoramic lookout in Punta Arenas providing views over the city's rooftops, the Strait of Magellan, and Tierra del Fuego.

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Fitzroy with Laguna del Desierto viewpoint

Scenic overlook near the border, offering views of the Fitz Roy massif and the waters of Laguna del Desierto.

Christian Córdova / CC BY 2.0

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Termas de Chillán

Termas de Chillán is a town located 82 km east of the Chilean city of Chillán. It has a ski center and three hotels.

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