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Santiago in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Santiago? You can see the city and Andes views. Here is how to spend one perfect day in the Chilean capital — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1City tour
  2. 2San Cristóbal Hill
  3. 3Historic centre
  4. 4Bellavista

Morning: city tour

See the centre and La Moneda.

Midday: San Cristóbal

Ride the funicular for Andes views.

Evening: Bellavista

Explore the lively neighbourhood.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Santiago — prices per person.

Private San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour
Santiago
Private San Cristobal Hill Mountain Bike Tour
5.0(28)·3 uur
vanaf$139/ persoon
via Viator
Casablanca-Valley-Organic-Wine-tour
Santiago
Casablanca-Valley-Organic-Wine-tour
4.9(29)·9 uur
vanaf$160/ persoon
via Viator
Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso + Hot Springs, Privé volledige dag
Santiago
Cajon del Maipo & Embalse El Yeso + Hot Springs, Privé volledige dag
5.0(9)·12 uur
vanaf$290/ persoon
via Viator
Privé San Cristobal Hill & Metropolitan Park Santiago-fietstocht
Santiago
Privé San Cristobal Hill & Metropolitan Park Santiago-fietstocht
4.9(35)·3 uur
vanaf$91/ persoon
via Viator
Privé Andes-dagtocht Maipo Valley met Concha Y Toro Wine Tour
Santiago
Privé Andes-dagtocht Maipo Valley met Concha Y Toro Wine Tour
4.8(17)·10 uur
vanaf$270/ persoon
via Viator
Privétour van een hele dag naar Colina Hot Springs in Cajón del Maipo
Santiago
Privétour van een hele dag naar Colina Hot Springs in Cajón del Maipo
8 uur
vanaf$279/ persoon
via Viator
Embalse Yeso El Plomo Hot Springs Los Patos Lagoon (OFF ROAD 4X4)
Santiago
Embalse Yeso El Plomo Hot Springs Los Patos Lagoon (OFF ROAD 4X4)
12 uur
vanaf$379/ persoon
via Viator

Santiago in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Santiago in one day?
Yes — take a city tour of the historic centre and La Moneda, ride up San Cristóbal Hill for Andes views, and explore Bellavista in the evening, covering Santiago’s essentials.
What is the best one-day Santiago tour?
A city tour combining the historic centre with San Cristóbal Hill, or a half-day trip to a nearby wine valley, is the most rewarding way to see Santiago in a day.
How much does one day in Santiago cost?
Budget roughly €30–€60 per person for a city tour, or €50–€90 for a half-day wine or Cajón del Maipo tour.

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