Oct - Nov 2010 (annual) Vitacura Bicentenary Park
More than 150 artisans from countries across Latin American display their handiwork at the International Display of Traditional Arts & Crafts in Santiago's Vitacura Bicentenary Park. Shoppers can also lunch on regional specialities and enjoy lively Chilean folklore music. More
Sep - Oct 2010 (annual) Hotel Plaza San Francisco
The 1980s saw a renaissance in Chilean winemaking and the country now has more than 50 wineries. Sample well-known varieties such as Errázuriz and Santa Rita at the Chilean Wine Fair in Santiago's Hotel Plaza San Francisco. More
Mar 2011 (annual) El Trébol Campsite
The Monte Mapu International Festival of Ecology, Ethnicity & Culture highlights the perils of global warming. Festival-goers can enjoy performing arts and live music at the Isla de Maipo's El Trébol Campsite, 50km south-east of Santiago de Chile. More
Nov - Dec 2010 (annual) Parque Bustamante
Around 150 artisans from a never-ending list of Latin American countries proudly exhibit typical handicrafts at the International Exhibition of Traditional Arts and Crafts in Santiago's Parque Bustamante. Every year there is a special theme relating to a specific country. More
Daily Catedral Metropolitana
Not only was the first Catedral Metropolitana burnt down by Mapuche Indians, it has also been damaged several times by the region's periodic earthquakes. It now stands in a composite of baroque and classical styles with its magnificent interior. More
Weekends only Mercado Franklin
The largest persa or flea market in Chile takes place Saturdays and Sundays around Bio Bio street and Franklin. Goods range from antique furniture to second-hand books and music. More
Daily Pueblito Los Dominicos
Built on the grounds of a Dominican monastery, the Pueblito Los Dominicos (also known as Los Granjeros del Alba) gathers together the wares of nearly 200 local artisans. Browse through the handicrafts, from furniture and antiques to knitwear and leather. More
Daily El Huerto
Healthy happy eaters flock to El Huerto in Providencia seven days a week for fresh, wholesome and vegetarian salads, soups and light takes on classic international dishes. The fruit juices are a big hit. Sit outside on the veranda, overlooking the quiet and leafy street. More