Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

See more of Santiago without the feel of a large bus tour.

The small-group experience is limited to 13 passengers, creating a more relaxed and personal way to discover the city. Instead of focusing on just one area, this 7-hour experience gives you a broader look at Santiago, from its history and local character to its panoramic and modern side.

With hotel pickup and drop-off included, there is no need to arrange transportation between the different areas of the city. Your local driver-guide accompanies you throughout the experience and can guide you in English, Spanish or Portuguese.

With a full day to explore and a carefully planned route, you can enjoy Santiago at a comfortable pace while we adapt the order of the visits to local traffic conditions. All listed stops remain included.

What's Included

Bottled water on board.
Driver-guide service in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Small-group experience for a more comfortable and personalized tour (up to 13 passengers).
Lunch and personal food expenses.
Souvenirs, snacks, personal expenses
Tips (gratuities) – Not included but appreciated
Funicular and cable car tickets at Cerro San Cristóbal (optional).
Entrance fees to museums, monuments and other paid attractions not specified as included.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick-up is available from Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) and centrally located hotels in Providencia, Las Condes, Vitacura and Santiago Centro.

Please be ready at your designated pick-up location 20 minutes before the scheduled time.

If your accommodation is outside the pick-up area, we will arrange the nearest available meeting point after your booking is confirmed.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cerro Santa Lucia

    Visit Cerro Santa Lucía, one of Santiago’s most iconic landmarks. Explore its historic surroundings, gardens and viewpoints while learning about its importance in the history of the city.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda

    Stop at La Moneda Palace and Plaza de la Ciudadanía, Santiago’s civic center. Discover one of the city’s most important landmarks and learn about its historical and political significance.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Plaza de Armas

    Explore Santiago’s historic Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city since its founding. Admire the Metropolitan Cathedral and surrounding historic buildings while your guide shares the stories, architecture and everyday life that have shaped Chile’s capital.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    San Francisco Church

    Visit the historic San Francisco Church, one of Santiago’s oldest surviving colonial buildings. Admire its distinctive architecture and learn about its history and cultural significance as part of the city’s heritage.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Cerro San Cristobal

    Visit Cerro San Cristóbal, one of Santiago’s most iconic landmarks, with the route passing through the colorful Bellavista neighborhood. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains, with time to take in the scenery and capture memorable photos. Funicular and cable car tickets are optional and not included in the tour price.

    55 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Barrio El Golf

    Discover Santiago’s modern side in El Golf and the area popularly known as “Sanhattan.” Admire its impressive skyline, contemporary architecture and iconic skyscrapers while your guide shares how this area became one of the city’s most important financial and commercial districts.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Parque Bicentenario

    Enjoy a relaxing stop at Parque Bicentenario, one of Santiago’s most beautiful urban parks. Walk through its green spaces, enjoy views of the city and surrounding mountains, and discover a quieter side of Santiago in the heart of Vitacura.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VH Chile Tour

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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