Tours & experiences

Roots and Tales of the Capital with City Tour of Santiago

About this experience

I am a person in love with his city and passionate about culture, who seeks to live and share experiences.

This tour is as a suggestion the first to take place (or failing that the full day option), as it hints at the historical, political and social facts of the capital; in addition to providing basic information to get around the city and other essential recommendations.

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr 30 min–3 hr

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City Tour of Santiago: Roots and Tales of the Capital
Full Day
Cerro San Cristobal
Duration: 6 hours
Mote with spindle
Up to San Cristobal Hill: Lunch time, Forest Park, Bellavista neighborhood and San Cristobal Hill.
Funicular and cable car: Includes these services in Cerro San Cristobal.

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr 30 min–3 hr
Guide languagesSpanish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr 30 min–3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Entrance to some buildings and access sites released
  • Professional guide registered with the National Tourism Service

Not included

  • You must reach the meeting point, there is no pickup service
  • It is a walking tour, we will not use transportation

Itinerary and highlights

Here begins the story: pre-Hispanic times, conquest, colony and independence.

We will come to a corner to learn about the indigenous legacy, justice and the evolution of politics.

History of the Government Palace: the Royal Mint, 1973 and democracy today.

European architecture of the 20th century: the Stock Exchange and the charm of New York Street.

We will visit the oldest cultural center of the country, French architecture and pillar of classical art.

We will travel the base of its paths to relive the arrival of Valdivia and the urban vision of Intendant Vicuña Mackenna.

We will visit a neighborhood where heritage and art meet one of the most vibrant cuisines in the city center.

Meeting and pickup information

  • We gather in the sector where the letters "STGO" are located, in front of the building of the Municipality of Santiago. Another landmark is where the horse rider, Pedro de Valdivia, is. I'll contact you in advance to identify me.

Languages and tickets

  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • DarinkaOnTour

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr 30 min–3 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 2–12; Youth tickets: age 13–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 65+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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