Visit to Pablo Neruda Museum and Museum of Fine Arts, Santiago

Start the day with hotel pick-up in Santiago, setting off on an immersive journey into Chilean culture. Your guide will likely drive you to downtown Santiago, passing by the Central Market, famed for its architectural design by Gustave Eiffel and for selling an assortment of local products. Then, they may park the vehicle so the group can continue on foot, strolling through the tranquil Forestal Park, leading to the first museum.

The Museum of Fine Arts, established in 1880, is the initial destination. Here, you'll view a vast collection of over five thousand pieces from colonial times to the present, featuring Chilean and international art. The museum's thematic structure guides you on an enlightening journey through art history, offering a glimpse into different periods and styles.

Next, it's common to head to the vibrant Bellavista neighborhood, home to the second museum, La Chascona, the house-turned-museum that belonged to Chilean poet Pablo Neruda, who was instrumental in its design and decoration. You'll get a sense of Neruda's personality and creative vision as you tour this space. Keep an eye out for the portrait of Matilde, painted by the Mexican muralist Diego Rivera, that cleverly incorporates Neruda's profile within her hair strands. After your visit, your guide may drive you back to your hotel to enjoy the rest of your day.