Timeline
10:00
Arrive at Estación Central de Santiago. The building is best appreciated in the morning light when the area is quiet. Take a moment to look up at the Eiffel-designed structure and read about its history.
10:15
Walk to Gonzalón de los Faeneros for a regional lunch. This is a good time to eat as it is open from 10:00. Try the local dishes while the station area is still calm.
11:00
Walk to the Alexander Von Humboldt public art piece. It is a short walk from the station. Enjoy the sculpture and the surrounding area before heading back.
Local tip
The station is open all day, but arriving early ensures a quieter experience. Gonzalón de los Faeneros is open from 10:00, so plan your arrival accordingly.
Check before you go
- Gonzalón de los Faeneros opens at 10:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Santiago (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).