After dark · Santiago, Chile
15 Best Bars & Nightlife Spots in Santiago
La Piojera leads the night. The rest of Santiago's best pours follow, by real review volume.
Ranked by traveler review volume across the bars and nightlife spots we track in Santiago. Updated monthly.
La Piojera
BarLa Piojera is an iconic dive bar in Santiago's Barrio Yungay, known for its raucous energy and the legendary terremoto cocktail.
Read our full guide →Bocanáriz
BarBocanáriz is a premier wine bar located on the charming José Victorino Lastarria street in the heart of Santiago's bohemian Lastarria neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Liguria
BarLiguria is an iconic bar and restaurant located on Merced Street in the vibrant Bellas Artes district of Santiago, Chile.
Read our full guide →Red Pub
BarFree entryRed Pub is a popular bar located on Merced Street in the heart of Santiago, Chile.
Read our full guide →Gracielo Bar
BarGracielo Bar is a beloved neighborhood spot in the Providencia district of Santiago, Chile.
Read our full guide →Bar La Junta
BarFree entryBar La Junta is a popular cocktail bar situated in the heart of Santiago's bohemian Lastarria district.
Read our full guide →Ruca Bar
BarRuca Bar is a chic cocktail bar located on Avenida Condell in the Providencia district of Santiago, Chile.
Read our full guide →BAR EL BAJO
BarBAR EL BAJO is a quintessential Santiago drinking spot located on the bustling Alameda Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins, the city's main thoroughfare.
Read our full guide →SKY Sommelier Rooftop
BarSKY Sommelier Rooftop is a sophisticated open-air bar perched atop a building on Merced Street, in the vibrant Bellas Artes district of Santiago.
Read our full guide →El Diablito
BarEl Diablito is a popular bar located on Merced Street in the heart of Santiago's Bellas Artes district.
Read our full guide →Siete Negronis
BarSiete Negronis is a stylish rooftop bar located on the Terrazas San Cristobal in the Providencia district of Santiago.
Read our full guide →Bar Don Rodrigo
BarBar Don Rodrigo is a beloved institution in Santiago's Bellavista district, a colorful area famous for its nightlife, street art, and Pablo Neruda's house.
Read our full guide →Backroom Bar
BarFree entryBackroom Bar is a clandestine cocktail haven tucked away in Santiago's Providencia neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Red Luxury Bar
BarRed Luxury Bar is a standout venue in Santiago's iconic Patio Bellavista, a bustling complex known for its dining and entertainment.
Read our full guide →EUFORIA BAR Rooftop
BarEUFORIA BAR Rooftop is a trendy open-air bar perched atop a building on Agustinas Street in downtown Santiago.
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How we pick these
Bars, pubs and nightlife in Santiago ranked by how highly people rate them, drawn from the 128 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Most bars in Santiago fill up later in the evening rather than right after work.
A few rooftop and cocktail spots have a smart-casual door policy.
Check the last metro or line up a ride before a late night out.
Common questions
Where is the nightlife in Santiago?+
This list ranks the best-rated bars and nightlife spots in Santiago so you can find the right area for the night you want.
What time do bars close in Santiago?+
Closing times vary by venue and neighborhood; late-night spots are noted where we have hours.
Is Santiago good for a night out?+
Yes — from relaxed pubs to late bars, the highest-rated options are all here.
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