LOCAL ATTRACTIONS & Events

When you stay at the centrally located Ismael Hotel, you’ll be dialed in to the most popular events in Santiago. From holiday celebrations and seasonal festivals to sporting events, cultural affairs and more, there’s something taking place no matter what time of year you visit.

Local Attractions

Centro Gabriela Mistral

For great performances that showcase drama or dance, Centro Gabriela Mistral is the place to enjoy wonderful cultural productions. There are also exhibits of beautiful visual arts for you to explore when you visit this popular cultural centre.

Paseo Barrio Lastarria

If you’re looking for a terrific place to relax and socialize with friends or colleagues, Paseo Barrio Lastarria will not disappoint. This lovely district is the perfect gathering spot and it has a diverse range of bars and restaurants to suit any taste.

Castillo Hidalgo

Built in 1816, this exquisite castle was designed to protect the city. Today, it operates as an event centre for a wide variety of community affairs. From art to recreation, Castillo Hidalgo is an elegant, historical monument that always welcomes visitors and locals through its doors.

Parque ForestaL

Whether you like to bike, jog or walk, Parque Forestal is an ideal attraction to explore. Its winding paths are scenic way to see the city. You’ll pass some distinctive landmarks such as the German Fountain and the Fine arts Museum. In addition, you can choose to picnic in one of several peaceful, grassy areas.

PLOP! Galería

If you love exhibits with great personality, then you should put this gallery on your itinerary. Devoted to illustration, cartoons and graphics, this centre will excite you with its incredible creativity.

Centro Arte AlamedA

A centre of culture and creativity, the Centro Arte Alameda offers a space to enjoy meetings, film screenings, live music and the performing arts. Be sure to check the upcoming schedule before your arrival to take advantage of its presentations.

Teatro Municipal

For great theatre and opera, Teatro Municipal is Santiago’s most celebrated venue. You can experience a wide assortment of memorable performances at this fantastic location. It also showcases Neoclassical architecture that’s definitely worth viewing firsthand.

Museo de Artes Visuales

For artworks of all kinds that include sculptures, paintings and photography, Museo de Artes Visuales offers awe-inspiring creations. You’re sure to enjoy exploring these high-quality expressions in one of the city’s most beloved museums.

Museo de Arte Contemporáneo

Experience contemporary works made by Chilean and international artists. These modern pieces showcase a wide range of remarkable talents. In addition, the building itself is a sight to behold with its elaborate architecture.

Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes

Considered one of the major centres of Chilean art, the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes provides a noteworthy peekhole into the past. Make sure to stop by this amazing museum to understand the artistic history of both Chile and South America.

Local Events

SANTIAGO: CIUDAD DESTINO
(GAM)

An exhibition about migration and city. Photography, video, audio, objects, drawings, dance, research and conferences come together in this exhibition organized by Goethe-Institut together with the universities Adolfo Ibáñez and Alberto Hurtado.

From 6 Mar to 14 Apr, 2019

J.M.W. TURNER: ACUARELAS.
TATE COLLECTION
(CENTRO CULTURAL LA MONEDA)

A unique instance to know the work of Joseph Mallord William Turner (1771- 1851) presents the Cultural Center La Moneda from Wednesday, March 27 until Sunday, July 28, 2019. In the Sala Andes of the CCLM, J.M.W. Turner. Watercolors Tate Collection, shows that includes 85 works that reflect various stages of Turner's career. Known as the Master of Light, he proposed an approach to the landscape different from what his contemporaries did.

From March 27 to July 28, 2019

LA FUERZA DEL DESTINO
(MUNICIPAL DE SANTIAGO)

As Aeschylus wrote in The Coperas, "what has resolved destiny must happen, both for the free man and for the slave, because there is no mortal who is freed from his destiny." Thus, fatality becomes inevitable in The Force of Destiny, perhaps the most theatrical and philosophical among Verdi's operas.
The love between Leonora and Don Alvaro will cause the destruction of an entire family. A plot marked by revenge and misunderstandings and that, even with three protagonists, evidence the great drives of humanity: love, violence and death. The dramatic tension, in turn, crosses the work, interrupted by more lively and joyful scenes carried out by the choir.
Between April 15 and April 24, 2019

Liguria in lastarrias

One of the most prestigious bars in the city opens a new division, just meters from our hotel, we refer to the famous Liguria Bar, the Cicali brothers have just opened their doors at the corner of Merced with Lastarria, in the building that until 2007 It was the seat of the Institute of Culture of Chile.

CINE EL BIÓGRAFO

For great access to independent and European films, make sure to come by the Cine El Biógrafo. It’s been around for decades and is considered an important landmark that’s made a positive impact on the community.
Currently the following movies are on show:
The Cakemaker 7:30 p.m
Crimen en el Cairo 3:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m

FERIA DE ANTIGÜEDADES Y LIBROS EN BARRIO LASTARRIA

If you enjoy browsing through used and antique books, then this marketplace should be on your list of places to explore. You’ll get to discover treasures in multiple stands that you probably won’t find anywhere else. The market is open Thursday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

SANTIAGO WINE CLUB

Santiago Wine Club is the bet of a Franco-Chilean team with vast experience in the wine industry for several years both in Europe and in Chile. It is a shop highly specialized in Independent Wines and Vineyards Wines; those wines that are not easily found in the market. They are original wines, of great quality and small productions, where you find organic, natural wines, biodynamic viticulture, and more!
If you want to learn about wines, you just have to visit this store, from Monday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.