5 Things You Can Do With Kids in Chile
Planning a family vacation? From hands-on museum tours in Santiago to outdoor adventures in Patagonia, Chile offers an abundance of family-friendly activities and memories that will last a lifetime. Here are some suggestions to get you started.
Visit the Mirador Interactive Museum in Santiago
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Whether it’s a rainy day or your kids are experiential learners, Chile’s leading interactive museum is a must. Located in the capital, Interactive Museum Mirador contains exhibits exploring a variety of science-related themes: citadels, mechanisms, fluids, mind and brain, light, energy, robotics, perception, electromagnetism, mining and 3D cinema. With over 430,000 annual visitors, the museum is an essential visit. http://instagram.com/p/BVxbTPDl0Gv/?taken-at=273841427
Take rides all day long at Chile’s biggest amusement park
Amusement Park, Park
Wanting to experience some man-made fun? Head over to Fantasilandia, Chile’s largest amusement park. Fantasilandia is located in O’Higgins Park in Santiago, boasting nearly 40 rides and activities for all ages, so without doubt a fun day out for everyone.
Stay the night in Patagonia
Looking to travel sustainably? Or want a cozy space and a view that will take your breath away? Suite Dome Lofts in Eco Camp Patagonia provides both. These gorgeous domes sleep families of four comfortably. Equipped with a low-emission wood stove, an open terrace, cultural decorations and a compostable toilet, Eco Camp Patagonia has thought of everything. It also offers several tours – from wildlife safaris to multi-sport explorations, you don’t have to go far to have an adventure. http://instagram.com/p/BTFcq0LAJwc/?tagged=ecocamppatagonia
Spend a day (or several) in Chiloe
Chile’s largest island, Chiloe covers 5,704 square miles (9,181 km), with an array of sights such as wild beaches, thick forests, colorful churches and marine wildlife. From trekking to whale watching, horseback riding to kayaking, Chiloe will keep the whole family entertained.
Go skiing in the Three Valleys of the Andes
Want to spend some time in the sun and snow? Head over to El Colorado, La Parva and Valle Nevado which collectively make up the largest ski surface in Chile. The close proximity allows families to experience more than one of Chile’s ski resorts. Ski lessons, modern architecture, hot springs and delicious food eagerly await you and your family. Ski season is mid-June through October, so you’re just in time.
El Colorado Ski Resort, El Colorado 503, Farellones, Lo Barnechea, Región Metropolitana, Chile +56 2 2927 3390
Valle Nevado Ski Resort, Avenida Vitacura 5250 of. 304, Vitacura, Región Metropolitana, Chile+56 2 2477 7705
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