It's a good gym, at first I didn't like the show-offy vibe. But I big and surfing and indoor pools…read moreare hard to come across in eastern Santiago. The price is super reasonable @ about 100 usd /month. My previous gym in santiago (Balthus) used to cost 230/month. It's one of the few gyms in Santiago with towel service. Only problem is that it's always got a lot of people. I've never seen the place empty.

Signs in the park say this is the largest urban park in Latin America. I believe it, because it's…read moremassive! You could spend a day or two exploring the entire area. The park has so many trails, gardens, playgrounds and general amusements to keep you busy. There's even a zoo on the west side. Hiking all the way to the top for sunrise or sunset is magic. It'll take some time and effort but it's so worth it. Running or biking up will be your workout of the week. Bring lots of water and snacks because there's not much cover. Cars can't go up so plan for some effort!

We started our day taking the tram up to Cerro San Cristobal to explore the rest of Parque…read moreMetropolitano. It was inexpensive to do so and the wait wasn't too bad, considering I hear that it can get pretty busy. It only took about 15 minutes to go all the way to the top and it's a great way to catch an awesome view of the city skyline. Immediately after getting off, you have the option to begin exploring what's on the platform like The Sanctuary of the Immaculate Conception and stop into souvenir shops and restaurants to grab a meal or snacks to eat along the way. We moved right onto the cable car to travel across the park from stop to stop. The cable cars were very well kept and offered a floor-to-ceiling window so that you could an amazing view of the city as you traveled across the park. My hubby and I were lucky that most of our ride across, you didn't have to share it with others. I think a helpful thing to keep in mind is that you can't backtrack with a round trip ticket, but you can get off at any stop along the way and hop back on as long as it continues to progress forward. So we kept the map with us so we could plan which stops were the most important for us to want to hit. It was a really great way to see the city and enjoy free activities throughout our day there. Would absolutely recommend it!

Easily a wonderful park that Santiago should be proud to have. This is as good or better than most…read moreparks we have in the US. There are multiple playgrounds, a body weight fitness park, hike and bike trails, a pond, open fields, and a fantastic view of the skyline above it all. You could easily spend hours here e joying the day. There are a fair amount of trees so shade can be found. Restrooms are available for free near the southern part of the park. It's very pet and kid friendly.

What a great park for people of all ages and dogs, too! On a Saturday, we took our dogs for a quick…read morewalk to check out the enclosed dog park. When we arrived, there were a lot of people enjoying the park, mostly in the shade on picnic blankets because it was quite warm. The entire park is very well maintained; we saw several people working there from maintenance to security. Our priority was the dog park, which is small and narrow but really lovely! It has one main entrance; once through the first gate, you can remove your dogs' harnesses/leashes, before entering through the second gate. Inside, there is a nice, modern agility course (circuit). Our old dogs were pretty worn out from their walk, so they weren't into the course, but there was plenty more for them to checkout. There are large bushes that run along two sides of the park. One of my dogs discovered a pathway between the shrubs and the wall and just nosed around back there in the cool shade. The water fountain is very nice, too, and serves both humans and dogs. There are several beautiful wooden benches throughout, many of them under the shade of the trees. While there, we saw lots of walkers, bikers, and families enjoying themselves in the park. Afterward, we stopped at the vendors and bought the most delicious lemonade with mint--yum!

Fantasilandia: good for all ages and especially first dates. I have been here many times for going…read moreaway parties, birthdays and lazy Sundays, but Fantasilandia is the perfect place to spend your first date (that is, if your date scares easily). Not like Fantasilandia is especially scary, but they have some rides that when you get on, you just aren't quite sure if this might be your last (not trying to be dramatic). However, that is what makes it fun! Plus, unlike other theme parks, they have a lot of activities that don't involve roller coasters. Fantasilandia, or what the Chileans call "filasilandia" (meaning land of long lines) is the perfect place to get to know your date (as you guys can't really move anywhere). You can see how they react under pressure (long lines can be stressful) and once they are finally seated, their reaction to the ride - are they excited? Are they letting loose and enjoying it? Or are they super scared? And if they are scared, this is when you can make a move to try and calm them down by holding their hand (not speaking from experience or anything...). Tip: the best ride to do this is the Evolution...this is 2 straight minutes of pure adrenaline!! However, if you are seriously not into the roller coasters, they have some fun attractions that some might say are even better for a first date. First up on the list is the haunted house: Every time I have come, I look forward to seeing the haunted house because it is something that everyone has recommended however, it has never been open when I have come. It costs 1.500 extra. Here's to hoping that the next time it is open... Monga: without giving too much away, one of my favorite attractions. It is almost like a play of sorts - highly recommend! Last but not least, Tagada: seriously one of the funnest rides. No seat belts needed as they play reggaeton full blast while you are spinning in circles. It might not sound that exhilarating but it is super fun -- recommended to go on with friends or your date and you're guaranteed to have a good laugh. Tips: The Raptor is a serious roller coaster. It's one of the newer attractions in Fantasilandia, but If you are on the smaller end of the spectrum (like me) I recommend being cautious when riding. It has thrown me around more than once and caused both me and my mom (she is smaller than me) to get whiplash. However, don't get me wrong...it is a super thrilling ride!! Come during Halloween! They open up the park at night for the week of Halloween and it makes for a crazy scary adventure! Come on your birthday and you get in free! You can also buy your tickets online cost is $9 mil - important because it gives you extra time to play and less time in line waiting to buy. On that note..come early because you want to take advantage of every second...especially since the lines are long. Go on a cold winters day. There are less people in the park. If it starts raining, they will give you a free entry for another date.