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Santiago Private Exploration of City Highlights and Hidden Gems

About this experience

Make the most of your time in Santiago with this fast-paced yet enriching 2-hour private tour covering the city’s top landmarks and neighborhoods. Enjoy hotel or custom pickup with an English-speaking local driver. Begin at Plaza de Armas, Santiago’s historic heart, to admire the Metropolitan Cathedral and local artisans. Continue to La Moneda Palace for an exterior visit and photo stop while learning about its dramatic history. Then, head to Santa Lucía Hill, where panoramic city and Andes views await amid fountains and gardens. End with a drive or quick stroll through the vibrant Lastarria District, known for its street art, cafés, and boutiques. Perfect for layovers or short stays, this express tour offers a rich taste of Santiago—and is fully customizable to your interests and schedule.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Santiago 2-Hour Private Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Sedan, Minivan
Pickup included
Santiago by Night Private Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Sedan, Minivan
Pickup included
Santiago Half-day Highlights
Duration: 4 hours
Sedan, Minivan
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 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

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Fuel and Tolls
  • WiFi on board
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Personal English-Speaking professional Driver

Not included

  • Other beverages and meals
  • Tips and gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Explore Santiago’s historic heart surrounded by colonial architecture and vibrant street life.

La Moneda Palace (Exterior Visit). View Chile’s presidential palace and snap photos of its impressive neoclassical façade.

Santa Lucía Hill (Mirador & Fountain).
Climb to a panoramic viewpoint over the city with gardens, fountains, and colonial ruins.

Bellavista Neighborhood & Pablo Neruda’s House (La Chascona – Optional Visit).
Wander Santiago’s colorful bohemian quarter, filled with street art, cafés, and Neruda’s eclectic home.

San Cristóbal Hill Viewpoint.
Drive up one of the city’s highest points for breathtaking panoramas of Santiago and the Andes.

Lastarria District (Drive-through or Quick Stroll).
See a bohemian enclave known for colorful street art, indie shops, and European-style cafés.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals who have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights, but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you. After booking, we share all driver and car info, and the driver will wait for you at the pickup location you have chosen.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Welcome Pickups

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1–3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4-5 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.

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 4 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Our operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals who have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights, but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city.

Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations.

Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

After booking, we share all driver and car info, and the driver will wait for you at the pickup location you have chosen.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 0+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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