ChicagoSandraD
It has a ton of fun restaurants and little shops. It is near the zoo and Pablo Neruda's Casa in Santiago.
bobblevins
Felt a little uncomfortable late a night on certain streets. Never had a problem, though. Kind of dirty in areas as well.
Regis_in_Paris
There is so much action and artistic designs along the streets. Not just on Pio Nonno, but all around the barrio. I loved walking on the sidwalk and seeing the beautiful mosaics under my feet. Of course, the main attractions are the bars and nightclubs where one can savour local beers and a pisco sour.
SteveY425
Many bars andrestaurants but kind of gritty. Does not start to heat up until early evening. Never did find the artist studios that the guidebook said were there - hmmmmm?
O814PFsarahl
A great neighborhood to visit with a vibrant night life. Access to the funicular (a must) to see the beautiful view, Pablo Neruda's famous house and the lively Constitucion and Patio Bellavista. Near Bellas Artes subway, walk through the shady Parque Forestral , over pio Nonno and you are there. Great graffiti and photo opportunities.
RoseDhu
Bellavista is a great spot for finding good local food or a bar...lots of choices...fun and festive atmosphere.
Sm00thtravel
We walked through this area on the walking tour and then returned for a drink at an outside cafe and for shopping. Many little shops to browze through. Rather quiet during the day but obviously a great place to go in the evening for a meal and entertainment.
jmdeans
walked the neighborhood in the afternoon on my way to San Cristobal. Was a cool area but not a lot going on. Seemed like a better place to check out in the night time.
Andrzej116
Just loved wandering around the streets of this area on a lovely sunny day. Full of some fantastic street art which made for great photos.During the day it is sleepy but I would imagine with all the bars and nightclubs it would be very active at night. But at my age I am fast sleep when the revellers would be out & about. A few good restaurants around but we went to the Patio Bellavista for lunch -nice selection of food opportunities.
inagirl2003
I adore Santiago, Chile and all the wonderful areas the city offers for visiting and enjoyment over multiple visits. I have almost NEVER been disappointed however the highly touted Barrio Bellavista was an unfortunate surprise and disappointment. It is dirty, smelly, restaurants and bars are low rent with poor quality drinks and even poorer quality food.The overwhelming graffiti is not certainly not artistic effort, just street dopes disfiguring public spaces. Not bohemian, exotic or exciting, just sad, cheap and worn out looking. Go to LaStarria instead.This opinion is based upon 2 visits of several hours over 2 days with extensive walking, looking and the use of 2 restaurants, 3 bars and 1 gelato shop.
RobinS595
There are 2 main cafe/restaurant streets in this neighborhood: one where you should go for a beer and casual street food, and the next one over has the white tablecloth places- all outdoor. Do both.
TatianaPY
Bellavista is a very charming neighborhood.Lots of restaurants and pubs. Nightlife is lively!Beautiful graffitis everywhere!Nice walk during the day and night.
semirap2014
It's a place where you can find bars and restaurants, nice to have a beer with friends, but the dancing clubs are not that good.
ernaniazevedo
Nice neighbourhood, one bridge away from the Centro. Pio IX street is filled up with pubs and night clubs, also, restaurants and snack bars. It doesn't have subway coverage in there, so the ones intending to stay long should consider a taxifor the way back to the hotel. It has many hotels in there too, but the guests shouldn't expext silence at night.
EnitS2015
The main place it´s open until sundays, but hasn´t a really good offer of good meals and prices. Not a real nice experience as used to be, good to take a look if you are visiting San Cristóbal Hill.