Planning a short trip is the best strategy to combat accumulated stress, especially when you live in a metropolis as vibrant and demanding as Santiago. Just a couple of hours from the city, there are corners that seem straight out of a postcard, where fresh air and silence replace the noise of traffic and the daily routine.
4 places to escape the chaos of Santiago de Chile
For those who love the sound of the ocean, Viña del Mar is positioned as the favorite destination to contemplate the bravery of the Pacific and walk along its beaches just 120 kilometers from Santiago. This city not only offers the coast, but also a rich cultural and gastronomic offer that invites you to get lost in its parks and museums throughout the weekend.
If you are looking for an experience that combines nature, culture and good food, these are the key points that you cannot miss on your next outing from Santiago:
- Valparaíso: the city of urban art, with its colorful hills and Pablo Neruda’s mystical house, La Sebastiana.
- Santa Cruz: the heart of the Colchagua Valley, ideal for touring vineyards by carriage and tasting export wines.
- Cajón del Maipo: the mountain refuge par excellence for rafting or simply relaxing in front of the El Yeso Reservoir.
- Quinta Vergara: a green lung in the coastal area, perfect for connecting with the local flora and enjoying outdoor walks.
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On the other hand, the Colchagua Valley offers a total disconnection between vineyards and colonial landscapes, being located about 180 kilometers from the hectic life of Santiago. In Santa Cruz, time seems to stop while you enjoy a good olive oil or a night of astronomical observation in the observatories on the nearby hills.
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The mountain range also has its unique charm in the Cajón del Maipo, a mandatory stop for adventure lovers who decide to go just 55 kilometers away from Santiago. This destination is ideal for both athletes looking to bungee jump and for those who prefer the peace of a horseback ride among mountains and artisanal chocolates.
Any time of the year is a good time to pack your suitcase and discover that true rest is much closer than we imagine when we leave Santiago de Chili. Whatever destination you choose, the key is to allow yourself that space of freedom to return with a clear mind and completely renewed energy.
