Historic Centre, pedestrian streets and arcades
Central area of pedestrian streets, arcades, traditional shops, bookshops and small stores—ideal for quick purchases while staying or sightseeing downtown.
Best for
- Quick shopping
- Shopping arcades
- Gifts
- Bookshops
- Tourists without a car
What to buy
- gifts
- books
- accessories
- clothing
- small electronics
- services
Key streets
- Paseo Ahumada
- Paseo Huérfanos
- Estado
- Agustinas
- San Antonio
- Bandera
Getting there
Plaza de Armas, Universidad de Chile, Santa Lucía, Bellas Artes
Time suggested by Shopeando: 1-3 hours
Nearby attractions
- Plaza de Armas
- La Moneda
- Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino
- Cerro Santa Lucía
Safety and tourist tips
- Go during the day.
- Keep belongings close in busy areas.
- Avoid displaying valuables.
- Pairs well with Plaza de Armas, La Moneda or Cerro Santa Lucía.
- Ideal for urban shopping without travelling to the eastern districts.
Malls mentioned
- Cenco Costanera — A more orderly, tourist-friendly alternative for visitors who prefer a mall and Metro.
Shopping routes · Shopping guides · Quiz
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