Tours & experiences

Santiago de Chile: Private Historic Highlights City Tour

About this experience

Discover Chile’s vibrant capital on a private city tour through Santiago’s most iconic landmarks, historic neighborhoods, and cultural highlights. Begin with hotel pickup from central Santiago, Providencia, or Las Condes (other areas available with a meeting point).

With your expert guide, explore the city’s history as you walk through lively streets and plazas. Visit La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and Mercado Central. Continue through the traditional neighborhoods of República and Cumming, and discover Bellavista, known for its colorful murals and bohemian atmosphere.

Enjoy a visit to Santa Lucía Hill for scenic viewpoints, plus a stop at a local handicraft store to see authentic Chilean products, including lapis lazuli. This 3-hour private tour offers a perfect introduction to Santiago.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr–4 hr
  • Private experience

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Afternoon guided tour
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Pickup included
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Enjoy a guided morning tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr–4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr–4 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

  • Pick up & Drop off from selected hotels
  • Spanish and English-speaking guide

Not included

  • Museums tickets
  • Extras not detailed in the itinerary
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

We will continue to the Palacio de La Moneda, this iconic building is the presidential headquarters of Chile. You can learn about its history and architecture, as well as watch the changing of the guard if it coincides with the tour schedule.

Plaza de Armas is the starting point of Chile, also called kilometer 0, it is the historic heart of Santiago. Here you can admire the Metropolitan Cathedral and other historical buildings that surround the square such as the Municipality, the Post Office and the History Museum.

Located in Plaza de Armas, the Santiago Cathedral is a stunning example of colonial architecture. Travelers will have the chance to admire its beautiful façade and intricate interior while hearing about its significance as a religious and cultural landmark.

On one side of this picturesque neighborhood is Cerro Santa Lucía. If it is open and time permits, we can climb to a natural viewpoint with gardens and trails that offer impressive panoramic views of the city and the Andes.

San Cristóbal Hill offers breathtaking views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains. Travelers will take a cable car ride to the top of the hill, followed by a funicular ride down, providing unique perspectives of the city and its surroundings.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Tangol

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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 3 hr–4 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 3+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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