Venue & Travel

Santiago, Chile

SGSMA 2026 will take place at The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago — a well-connected venue with excellent access to transportation, services, and the best of Santiago.

Conference Venue

The venue offers a world-class setting for technical sessions, networking, and collaboration. Participants will be close to restaurants, parks, shopping areas, and cultural landmarks.

The Ritz-Carlton Santiago exterior The Ritz-Carlton Santiago interior The Ritz-Carlton Santiago view

Nearby highlights include La Moneda Palace, Santiago’s historic center, Parque Bicentenario, and the Santa Lucía / San Cristóbal viewpoints.

Places to Explore Near the Venue

Palacio de La Moneda

Palacio de La Moneda

AddressMoneda s/n, Santiago
NoteHistoric seat of Chile’s executive branch. ~8 min by taxi or Line 1 metro from Tobalaba to La Moneda.
5.8 km · 3.6 mi
Plaza de Armas

Santiago Historic Center (Plaza de Armas)

AddressPlaza de Armas, Santiago
NoteFounding heart of the city with major landmarks. ~6 min by taxi or metro plus short walk.
6 km · 3.7 mi
Parque Bicentenario

Parque Bicentenario

AddressAv. Bicentenario 3800, Vitacura
NoteLarge public park with walking paths and lagoons. ~5 min by taxi or ~20 min on foot.
1.6 km · 1.0 mi
Plaza Peru

Plaza Perú

AddressIsidora Goyenechea 3000, Las Condes
NoteSmall plaza with cafes and restaurants, ideal for quick breaks between sessions.
300 m · 0.2 mi
Costanera Center

Costanera Center

AddressAv. Andrés Bello 2425, Providencia
NoteSky Costanera observatory, shops, restaurants, and cinema. ~8 min walk from the venue.
1 km · 0.6 mi
Barrio Lastarria

Barrio Lastarria

AddressBetween Merced and Jose Victorino Lastarria streets
NoteCultural neighborhood with architecture, art galleries, cafes, and bookstores.
6 km · 3.7 mi
San Cristobal Hill

San Cristóbal Hill (Cerro San Cristóbal)

AddressPio Nono 450, Recoleta
NoteIconic panoramic viewpoint reachable by funicular or cable car, with gardens and nearby zoo areas.
4 km · 2.5 mi