Is Santiago Expensive?

Is Santiago expensive to visit?

Santiago is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $159. Compared to the rest of South America, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It's ranked in the top 25% of cities in South America for its overall travel costs, comparable to places like Puerto Varas and Recife.

Santiago, Chile

How expensive is Santiago?

On average, visitors spend about $159 per day when visiting Santiago (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $318 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Santiago here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Santiago?

A weekend trip to Santiago costs about $478 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $955.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Santiago?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Santiago costs around $1,114 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,229.

Santiago, Chile

Is it expensive to backpack in Santiago?

Santiago is a popular backpacker destination with more than 40 hostels. Dorm beds in hostels cost, on average, $17 per night. (See hostel prices in Santiago here.) You'll find quite a range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $34 and the cheapest around $8 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Santiago.

• $12 for a dorm bed at La Chimba Hostel
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• $19 for a dorm bed at Hostal Providencia
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• $17 for a dorm bed at Hostal Forestal
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Are hotels expensive in Santiago?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Santiago, it becomes apparent that they are very affordable in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $63 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $162 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $82 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $52 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Santiago?

Activities and things to do in Santiago can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $50 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $28.

• Rafting Adventure in the Maipo Cajon: $35
• Andes Day Volcano 8k Private Tour: $270
• Santiago sunset adventure on an electric scooter tour: $79
• Santiago Half Day City Tour Private with Vehicle: $150
• City Tour Santiago: $47
• Valparaíso and Viña del Mar: Private Sightseeing City Tour: $240
• Private Valparaíso Day Tour with Wine or Coast Option: $275
• Sky Costanera, MUT & Sanhattan Financial District Tour: $39

Is food expensive in Santiago?

Food in Santiago can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $24 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $41. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Legacy Family Tour Lunch or Dinner Pairing 4 Strokes: $40
• Lastarria Food Tour: Wine, Bites & Social Culinary Experience: $98
• Private Market Tour and Traditional Chilean Cooking Class in a Local Home: $125
• Bali Hai Dinner Show in Santiago de Chile: $183
• Alyan Family Wines by Sun and Unforgettable Dinner: $136
• 4h Cooking Class in Santiago : 8 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $85

Is transportation expensive in Santiago?

The prices of local transportation in Santiago can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $6 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $16. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.