Sky Costanera is the highest viewpoint in South America and the easiest way to see Santiago whole. It occupies floors 61 and 62 of the Gran Torre Costanera, the glass skyscraper that dominates the Providencia skyline, at a height of about 300 metres. Express lifts whisk you up from the Costanera Center shopping mall, and at the top a fully glazed deck wraps all the way around the tower, so you can trace the city from the green hump of Cerro San Cristóbal and the old centre in the west to the Andes walling in the valley to the east. The upper level, open to the sky behind tall glass panels, is the place to feel the wind and watch the light change on the mountains. Panels help you pick out landmarks, and on clear days you can follow the Mapocho River across the city. It is open every day from morning until late evening, which makes it a good choice for sunset and for the city lights after dark.
How it works: tickets are sold for timed entry slots, online on the official reservation site or at the ticket office. Adults pay a moderate fee, children pay less and infants go free. The deck is open daily, including holidays, from 10:00 to 22:00. The entrance is inside the Costanera Center mall in Providencia, a walk of under ten minutes from Tobalaba metro station on Lines 1 and 4.
What to expect: after a short security check, a fast lift carries you up through the tower, and you step out onto the enclosed 61st floor before climbing to the open-air 62nd floor. There is room to linger, and both levels have views in all directions. Weekends and sunset slots are busiest, and there can be a queue for the lifts down.
Making the most of it: check the weather and air quality first, because haze or low cloud can hide the Andes. The hour before sunset is the classic slot, when the snow turns pink and the city lights come on below you. Allow time afterwards for the restaurants and shops of the Costanera Center, or walk into nearby Providencia for dinner.
What to expect
The experience
A two-level glass observation deck at the top of South America’s tallest tower, with 360-degree views over Santiago and the Andes.
Best time
The hour before sunset on a clear day, when the snow on the Andes glows and the city lights begin to appear.
How long
About an hour at the top, plus time for security, the lifts and any queue on the way down.
Tips
Check the weather and air quality first, book a timed slot for sunset at weekends, and bring a light layer for the open top floor.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Anyone who wants the whole of Santiago and the Andes in one sweeping, unforgettable view.
- Families
- Children love the fast lifts and spotting landmarks, and the visit is short enough to keep everyone happy.
- Couples
- Book a sunset slot and stay on as the valley fills with lights.
- Pair with
- Dinner in Providencia or a stroll along the river parks nearby.
- Time needed
- One to one and a half hours.
Good questions
How high is Sky Costanera?+
The deck is on floors 61 and 62 of the Gran Torre Costanera, about 300 metres above the city. It is billed as the highest viewpoint in South America.
What are the opening hours?+
It is open every day, including holidays, from 10:00 to 22:00. Sunset slots are the busiest, so book ahead for those.
How do I get to Sky Costanera?+
The entrance is inside the Costanera Center mall in Providencia. Tobalaba metro station on Lines 1 and 4 is a walk of under ten minutes away.
Should I buy tickets in advance?+
Online booking lets you choose your date and time slot, which is wise for weekends and sunset. On quiet weekdays you can usually buy at the ticket office.
Is it worth it on a hazy day?+
The city views are still impressive, but the Andes may be faint or hidden. If you can, wait for a clear day, often just after rain.