![]() However, by far, Valparaiso is the one city in Chile where you will need to be extra-vigilant. Most articles you read on Chile safety focus on the big city, and thus Santiago gets all the bad press. As a rule of thumb, always take taxis at night, and only carry the money you need, along with a photocopy of your passport as opposed to the real thing. It’s preferable to go with a friend, as there have been issues with “friendly” strangers spiking drinks. The bar and club areas in Bellavista and Barrio Brasil are popular nightlife hangouts, but if you go out drinking, like anywhere else, don’t overdo it. ![]() ![]() While the advent of internet-taxi services like Uber, Didi, Lyft, and Cabify have made taxi crime somewhat less relevant, it still pays to use the ride services or call radio taxis as opposed to just hailing cabs from the street, especially if you can’t speak Spanish. If you must walk, do so only on streets with other people, or better yet, take taxis. Like most big South American cities, nighttime is a different story. Women might want to consider carrying everything in their pockets rather than a purse, or else wear a day pack that can also be turned around and worn on your front if in crowded market or shopping areas. By day, Santiago is crowded, full of shoppers, and outside of some of the park areas up on Cerro San Cristobal or Cerro Manquehue (where it’s best not to walk on empty paths if others aren’t around), your main concern is pickpockets or bag snatchers, who may target obvious tourists flashing expensive cameras, jewelry, or phones. While Santiago is far safer than some of its neighboring Latin capitals (Lima, Buenos Aires, La Paz), it pays to be vigilant. Here are a few things to be aware of and tips on how to avoid a spoiled vacation. However, navigating through its cities can be another story. Shares Facebook Twitter Photo © iStock/wastesoulĬhile is normally a very safe destination for travelers, a well-developed country with plenty of nature and open spaces. Please note that not all content is translated or available to residents of all countries. By telling us your country of residence we are able to provide you with the most relevant travel insurance information.
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