All free museums and attractions to visit in Santiago

Santiago (Chile) has a lot to offer for you culturally, even if you're on a budget, including free museums, free activities and free attractions. 9 museums and attractions in Santiago can be visited without charge.

Are you looking for free things to do in Santiago? These are the best places to visit:

  1. National History Museum of Chile1

    National History Museum of Chile

     Santiago
    The Palacio de la Real Audiencia y Cajas Reales, also known as Palacio de la Real Audiencia or Palacio de las Cajas, or Palacio de la Independencia, is a historical building located in the north-central sidewalk of the Plaza de Armas in Santiago de Chile. The building, which dates back to 1808, has been the home of the National History Museum of Chile since 1982. It is situated on part of the land that once belonged to Pedro de Valdivia, facing the Plaza de Armas of Santiago.
  2. Museum of Precolombian Art2

    Museum of Precolombian Art

     Santiago
    The Museum is housed in the old building of the Royal Customs Palace of Santiago, located at the corner of Bandera and Compañía streets, in the historic center of the Chilean capital. It is conveniently located near the Plaza de Armas metro station, making it easily accessible for tourists.
  3. National Museum of Natural History3

    National Museum of Natural History

     Santiago
    The Chilean National Museum of Natural History, one of the three national museums in Chile, is situated in Quinta Normal Park. This museum, founded in 1830, is one of the oldest natural history museums in South America. It was established with a focus on the biology and geography of Chile, particularly its crops and mineral resources.
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    Panteón Nacional Heris de la Patria en Santiago

     Santiago
  5. Violeta Parra Museum5

    Violeta Parra Museum

     Santiago
    The Violeta Parra Museum, located in Santiago, Chile, is an art museum and cultural center dedicated to preserving and promoting the work of the renowned Chilean artist, Violeta Parra. The museum was inaugurated on October 4, 2015, and is situated on Vicuña Mackenna Avenue 37, with an additional entrance on Ramón Corvalán Street 38.
  6. Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende6

    Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende

     Santiago
    The Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende (MSSA) is a contemporary art museum situated in Santiago, Chile. It is managed by the Arte y Solidaridad Foundation, which is composed of representatives from the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage, and the Salvador Allende Foundation.
  7. Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Santiago7

    Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Santiago

     Santiago
    The Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (MAC) is an institution that falls under the Faculty of Arts of the University of Chile. It is situated in the city of Santiago, making it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city.
  8. Museum Gabriela Mistral Education8

    Museum Gabriela Mistral Education

     Santiago
    The Gabriela Mistral Education Museum, also known as MEGM, is a historical institution founded on September 13, 1941. It is situated in the west wing of the old Normal School of Preceptoras, located at the intersection of Chacabuco and Compañía de Jesús streets. This location is in the Yungay neighborhood, a vibrant and culturally rich area of Santiago, Chile.
  9. Military and Historical Museum of Chile9

    Military and Historical Museum of Chile

     Santiago
    The Military and Historical Museum of Chile, also known as MHM, is a permanent institution situated in Santiago, Chile. It is open to the public and is dedicated to serving society and its development. The museum's administration is managed by the Chilean Army Garrison. It was established to educate the public about Chile's military history and its value as a historical-cultural heritage.