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Parque Laguna Carén

A lagoon and wetland area near the highway to Valparaíso. In addition to walking around in you can also practice water activities like fishing or rowing.

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Basílica Santuario Nacional de Maipú (Templo Votivo)
Constructed on the orders of Chilean independence leader Bernardo O'Higgins, as he wanted to thank Virgin Mary for the final victory over the Spanish forces in the plains nearby. The best time to visit is the first Sunday after Easter when the Feast of Quasimodo takes place. The basilica complex also includes a museum dedicated to the first Chilean government including documents, clothing, paintings and vehicles.
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Museo Nacional Aeronáutico y del Espacio
This museum is all about historical Chilean aircraft. It's also a venue for aviation-related events.
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Parque Quinta Normal
One of the city's largest and most traditional parks, with many museums located in and around it. These include the National Museum of Natural History of Chile, the Museum of Science and Technology, the Railway Museum of Chile. Its surroundings are also the Artequín Museum, the Museum of Memory and Human Rights, the Matucana 100 Cultural Center, and Library of Santiago.
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Centro Cultural Matucana 100
Inaugurated in 2002, Matucana 100 is an excellent exhibition venue for a variety of arts.
Tue 12:00–18:00, Wed 12:00–20:30, Thu-Sat 12:00–22:00, Sun 12:00–21:30