Italy neighborhood

Within the Barrio Italia you will find exquisite restaurants that offer Italian, Chilean, Peruvian, Spanish, French, Thai food, among many other delights. 

A little history ...

Its name is derived from Italia Avenue, which crosses the communes of Providencia and Ñuñoa and its origins date back to the first decades of the 20th century, when industrial and commercial activity began to develop in the sector. Previously, this area was known as Población Juan García Ballesteros and later as Población Italia.

As you walk through the neighborhood, you can find houses dating from the late 19th century and early 20th century, mixed with new businesses installed by artists, designers and restaurants. which has recently made it one of the most visited gastronomic and design neighborhoods in the capital. 

What to do in Barrio Italia? 

Walk around, visit the various stores and shops with decoration, national products and businesses, and eat. Whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you will surely delight in the flavors you will find in the Barrio Italia. Among its most notable cafes, bars and restaurants are: Marina Mar de Tapas, El Mundo de Dalí, Galpón Italia, In pasta, Tío Tomato, Silvestre Bistró, among many others. 

Other attractions to learn about the neighborhood's heritage are the old Marín mattress factory, the Fresia House and the San Crescente parish. It is also a classic to visit the stores selling furniture and other objects made of wood on Caupolicán Street. 

To get to Barrio Italia you can take the Santiago Metro and get off at Santa Isabel Station (Line 5). 

Schedules: Released

Entrada: Free transit

Address: See reference here