South America Flowers, Gardens & Parks + Historic Buildings Pictures

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Major art museums and a sculpture collection, manicured lawns and a children’s playground make this one of Santiago’s most-loved public parks.

This early 20th-century railway station building has been restored to its original glory to become an important venue for public events.

Visit the birthplace of Lima. It has an antique fountain at its center surrounded by a majestic cathedral, a palace and colonial buildings.

Relax amid peaceful surroundings, admire sculptures by revered Chilean artists and attend free cultural events in this picturesque urban park.

Visit the birthplace of Lima. It has an antique fountain at its center surrounded by a majestic cathedral, a palace and colonial buildings.

Spend some time in the governmental heart of the capital, which showcases significant history, informative tours and awesome architecture. 

Relax amid peaceful surroundings, admire sculptures by revered Chilean artists and attend free cultural events in this picturesque urban park.

The colossal stones of Cusco’s hilltop fortress are a powerful testimony to the ingenuity of Incan construction techniques.

Created for a 19th-century international exhibition, this park is now a tranquil setting with an art museum, spacious grounds and an open theater.

The capital city of Chile is famous for its colonial-era architecture, lively arts scene and breathtaking mountain scenery.

Admire a collection of sculptures by national and international artists, enjoy views of the Andes or watch live music events in this park in Providencia.

Survey the architectural features of this extraordinary concrete and glass building that has mini waterfalls cascading from one of its façades.

Visit one of the most important parts of the city with a poignant statue of Peru’s liberator surrounded by elegant buildings.

The heart of Chile attracts those eager to ski and hike in the snowcapped Andes, explore rocky river canyons and relax on golden sandy beaches.

Relax amid peaceful surroundings, admire sculptures by revered Chilean artists and attend free cultural events in this picturesque urban park.

Visit the birthplace of Lima. It has an antique fountain at its center surrounded by a majestic cathedral, a palace and colonial buildings.

Visit this southern suburb of Santiago to enjoy wine tastings and bodega tours, admire historical architecture and hike through a scenic nature reserve.

Visit this country house in the foothills of Monserrate mountain to learn about famous liberator Simón Bolívar and discover artifacts relating to his life.

While in Cusco acclimatizing for the Inca Trail, admire one of Peru’s most famous churches and visit the cloisters and the precious relics in its religious museum.

The heart of Chile attracts those eager to ski and hike in the snowcapped Andes, explore rocky river canyons and relax on golden sandy beaches.

The heart of Chile attracts those eager to ski and hike in the snowcapped Andes, explore rocky river canyons and relax on golden sandy beaches.

The heart of Chile attracts those eager to ski and hike in the snowcapped Andes, explore rocky river canyons and relax on golden sandy beaches.

Climb the elegant stairs to the top of this central hill to enjoy panoramic views of Santiago and admire the ornate fountains, flower displays and amphitheater.