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A weekend in Santiago, Chile - Ten Places to Go When You're at the Bottom of the World

An eclectic list of 10 underground venues and pubs for the global music culture set chosen by local Fly reporter Paulina Tala Masafierro for when you are down Chile way

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Friday
1: Sonoro coffee shop: Start your day going to one of Santiago’s main streets, stopping by the corner of “Miraflores Street”. Drink a cup of great homemade coffee and listen to the latest and brightest underground musicians. On weekends you can watch a play or music performances live.
Location: Miraflores 620, Santiago Centro.

2: Liguria: When its getting darker , “Liguria” pub and restaurant is the best option for meeting people, drinking good wines and eating great Chilean food. One of the hippest places in Santiago.
Location: Luis Thayer Ojeda 019, Providencia.
www.liguria.cl

3: Batuta: If you are really into music, this club is the best way to watch and listen to remarkable and emergent national and international musicians performing live.
Location: Jorge Washington 52, Plaza Ñuñoa.
www.batuta.cl

Saturday
4: Bellas Artes: Means “Beautiful Arts” in English. A bohemian night life district, with a bunch of pubs, restaurants and shops. Once you are there, you should visit “Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes” (National Arts Museum) or “Museo de Arte Contemporáneo” (Contemporary Art Museum). On the other hand, you could take a breather and go for a walk by “Parque Forestal”.
Location: Bellas Artes District (Take the subway going to “Bellas Artes” underground station, línea 5).

5: La Piojera: Very popular and folkie restaurant with really cheap prices. Enjoy traditional Chilean drinks and food.
Location: Aillavilú Nº 1030
www.lapiojera.cl

6: La Casa Pub: Located at the middle of popular and bohemian “Bellavista” neighbourhood, this dancing and party loft will make you shake your hips all night long
Location: Chucre Mansur, Galpón 9, Bellavista.
www.lacasa.cl

Sunday
7: Mercado Central: Once partied, mend yourself and go for a “Ceviche” (fresh and raw fish seasoned with lemon, garlic and onion) or taste other Chilean traditional dishes and drinks. Very low prices, best kitchen ever.
Location: Ismael Valdés Vergara
www.mercadocentral.cl

8: Persa Bio- Bio: Our national “Flea Market”, it’s only open on weekends. Lowest prices and a variety of products (you can get a piano or a CD cheaply) are its main attraction.
Location: Franklin District (Better try taking the subway, going to “Franklin” underground station, línea 2).

9: Cerro Santa Lucía: A great Santiago landscape. This famous hill is pretty crowded on weekends, and you can rent a bike or just take a walk and enjoy the sights and sunset. A vantage point to see Santiago from the top.
Location: Avenida Bernardo O’Higgins 499, Santiago Centro.

10: Fuente Alemana: To end your weekend in a fulfilling way, pass by this traditional homemade fast food restaurant. Drink national southern beer or have a bite of a tasty sandwich . Ask for “Churrasco” and experience the “best sandwich of Santiago city”.
Location: Pedro de Valdivia 210, Providencia.

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