Mercado Central de Santiago
Market · Centro, Santiago

Mercado Central de Santiago

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Mercado Central de Santiago opened in 1872. It houses stalls selling fish, shellfish and produce. Several restaurants inside serve traditional seafood dishes.

On day 1 of Santiago & the Andes

Good to know

Tickets
Free to enter
Time needed
1 hour
Best time
Morning on weekdays
Getting there
Metro to Puente Cal y Canto station

Itineraries with Mercado Central de Santiago

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Santiago, ChileSantiago & the Andes4 days · 14 stops
Mercado Central de Santiago is on day 1
Day 1 of Santiago & the Andes

The civic centre

How Mercado Central de Santiago fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Plaza de Armas, SantiagoCentro
  2. 10:00Metropolitan Cathedral of SantiagoCentro
  3. 11:00Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian ArtCentro
  4. 13:00Mercado Central de SantiagoCentro
  5. 15:00La Moneda PalaceCentro
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Mercado Central de Santiago questions

Is Mercado Central de Santiago open every day?

It opens daily except major holidays. Hours are typically 7am to 5pm.

What should I eat at Mercado Central de Santiago?

Try fresh ceviche or grilled congrio at one of the on-site restaurants.

Is Mercado Central de Santiago safe for tourists?

The market is generally safe during daylight hours. Keep valuables secure in crowded areas.

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