About this experience
What happened in Santiago during the 1973 coup? Trace Chile’s path from dictatorship to democracy at Londres 38, La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas and more. Flexible tour options included.
- Discover Santiago’s past with a 5-Star Private Licensed Guide
- Learn about the 1973 coup at Londres 38 and La Moneda Palace
- Explore Plaza de Armas and admire the Metropolitan Cathedral
- Discover Chile’s past at the National History Museum in Plaza de Armas
- Admire the National Museum of Fine Arts and Chilean art (in the 3-hour option)
Step into the complex history of Santiago on a private controversial history tour with a Licensed Guide. Learn about dictatorship, resistance, and democracy as you walk through the city’s historic center. See powerful landmarks connected to Chile’s past and present. Experience the story of the city with Rosotravel.
See Santiago through the eyes of a Licensed Guide and gain deeper insight into the events and stories that shaped the city with us.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 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
- This is a moderate walking tour, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
What is included
- 5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in your chosen language
- Free entry to the National Museum of Fine Arts (3-hour option only)
- Private Controversial History Walking Tour in Santiago
- See Londres 38, La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas, Metropolitan Cathedra,National History Museum&more
- Historical insights into the 1973 coup, the military dictatorship, and Chile’s path to democracy
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Not included
- Entry to the National Museum of Fine Arts (in the 2-hour option)
Itinerary and highlights
The starting point of the tour, a former clandestine detention and torture center used during the military dictatorship. Visitors learn about the experiences of political prisoners, the systematic repression during this period, and the events surrounding the 1973 coup d’état.
The seat of the Chilean president and one of the most critical historical locations connected to the 1973 coup. Viewed from the outside, visitors hear the story of President Salvador Allende and the military bombing of the palace.
The historic heart of Santiago, where colonial foundations meet modern urban public life. The guided walk explores the plaza's role as a gathering space and central site of Santiago's development.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet your guide in front of Hotel Plaza San Francisco; City Centre - A. Libertador Bernardo O´Higgins 816, Av. Alameda Libertador, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Rosotravel - Ghent City Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The number of attractions depends on your selected option.
- This is a moderate walking tour, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
- For a personalized experience, we keep our private groups small (1-25 guests per guide). Larger groups can book additional guides with us.
- Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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