Mito Urbano

Mito Urbano is a vibrant cultural space in Santiago's Providencia district, located at Av. Manuel Montt 350. It serves as a gallery and workshop hub dedicated to urban art, featuring rotating exhibitions of murals, graffiti, and mixed-media pieces by Chilean and international street artists. The space itself is a canvas: the walls inside and out are covered with colorful, ever-changing artworks. Visitors can explore the gallery at their own pace, often encountering artists at work. Mito Urbano also hosts live painting sessions, art talks, and workshops where you can try your hand at spray painting or stencil art. It's a dynamic spot that captures Santiago's thriving street art scene, offering a more curated experience than the city's outdoor murals. The neighborhood around it is lively, with cafes and boutiques, making it easy to combine a visit with a stroll through Providencia.

Don't miss

• Rotating exhibitions of original street art and graffiti
• Live painting demonstrations by resident and guest artists
• Hands-on spray painting workshops for all ages
• A curated selection of art prints and merchandise for sale
• The building's exterior mural, often updated with new designs

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Mito Urbano

Cheapest way inA Fabulous Walking tour by the Old Santiago of Chile -4.9★ · 576 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$25 per personSee dates →Best full dayCajon del Maipo/Embalse del Yeso, Tradition Folk Picnic included4.5★ · 2,957 travelers9–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$42 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleBest Santiago Street Food Tour with 4+ Tastings and Drink4.7★ · 69 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$57 per personSee dates →

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Know before you go

• Check their social media for current exhibitions and workshop schedules.
• Photography is allowed; ask before photographing artists at work.
• Wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on if joining a workshop.
• Cash is useful for small purchases; some vendors may accept cards.

A bit of history

Founded as a grassroots initiative to promote urban art in Santiago, Mito Urbano has become a reference point for the city's street art community since its opening in the early 2010s. It provides a legal space for artists to create and exhibit.