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Shopping

Many travel to Santiago just for the sake of shopping. Chile's capital offers well-known, major brands at competitive prices and is especially keen on design, especially interior design, clothing and electronic devices. There are several main shopping complexes in the city center, as well as small boutiques selling unique and handmade items. Los Dominicos Village is the perfect place to buy hand-crafted items and souvenirs for friends and family back home. Make sure to also check out Santiago's many markets for unique gifts and an authentic experience. Another insider tip is the bohemian district of Bellavista, where you will find Chilean jewelry made from the iconic Lapis Lazuli stone on the main street market.

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La Dominical

La Dominical is an outdoor market that showcases the best of what the local creative scene has to offer. Come here to find unique and handmade items, art and crafts. There are live bands, food trucks and art galleries, so you can easily spend an entire day on premises. Entrance is …

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Costanera Center

At Mall Costanera Center you will find over 300 stores selling exclusive brands, as well as over 60 restaurants and 12 movie theaters to make you relax after a long day of shopping. Costanera Centre also features a viewing deck at 300 meters, the Sky Costanera, where you will have a spectacular 360° view …

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This little vintage shop is tucked away in the Barrio Italia and can easily be overlooked – but make sure you don't! Take some time to browse through the antiques and home decorations displayed in a slightly chaotic but charming and loving way. The collection ranges from porcelain teapots to long forgotten …

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La Tienda Nacional

Although La Tienda Nacional is a book lover's dream, it is much more than just a bookstore, selling documentaries, records, toys, shirts and more. This is the place to find a unique souvenir to bring back to someone special at home. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable and will help you find exactly what …

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Plop Galería

Plop Galería is a hidden gem nestled behind the ticket booth for Teatro Ictus. It is dedicated to graphic art, design books and other products hand made in Chile. This is a great opportunity to find a unique hand painted postcard to send home and you can also stock up on your own art …

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Galería Drugstore

This three story independent shopping center houses many boutiques of several up-and-coming designers, artsy bookstores and cozy cafes. Find some clothes that surely no one at home will have or enjoy a cup of coffee after browsing through the unique creations the shops have to …

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Pergola de las Flores Santa Maria

This flower market would be worth a visit just for its scents, no wonder it has been around since 1939. There is a huge selection of floral arrangements and bouquets for any occasion, or you can just look around and enjoy the magnificent …

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Patio Bellavista

Patio Bellavista is an urban meeting place that certainly has its own identity. This is where culture, gastronomy and tourism merge into a unique and colorful blend. Find handmade Lapis Lazuli jewelry in small boutiques, or keep an eye out for some curiosities like jewelry made from old cutlery. If you are on the …

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La Vega Central

La Vega Central was founded in 1907 and is the place in Santiago where you can find the freshest fruit and vegetables, meats and fish, bread, cakes and everything else from foreign products to pet food. La Vega is not only a food market but also a gastronomic hot spot, with Chilean specialties and …

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Almacen Vegano Ostara

Almacen Vegano Ostara is a vegan grocery store that also offers ready to eat cakes, sweets, empanadas and sandwiches, if you feel like getting a snack in between sightseeing. Their location is perfect, in the center of the city and the variety of vegan products seems endless, so in case you prefer cooking at …

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