Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $149 / person
- Location
- Santiago, Chile
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 296 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Huaso Tours & Bike Rental Santiago
Description
Join this private 5-hour tour of Santiago takes you to explore the main attractions of the city, including a sociocultural look at downtown Santiago. See the governmental palace and Constitution Square linked to the years of the military coup. Visit the historic Plaza de Armas main square, where you're guide will explain the history and its significance. Explore the Central Market featuring various seafood and visit the Fine Arts Museum featuring a permanent exhibition of Chilean art. Take the cable car to San Cristobal hill and enjoy panoramic views. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 14 times a day, 8:00 AM–2:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 0–75)
- $149
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
La Moneda
After meeting your guide at your hotel, the first stop of the day takes you to see the Presidential Palace La Moneda and Constitution Square where you will get an introduction to this important place and the years of dictatorship as well as the current situation in Chile
Plaza de La Constitucion
Constitution Square
Paseo Ahumada
Starting from this point the tour includes a walk in the commercial city center; the best way to get in touch with the local life, where we explore the lively streets, local markets and monuments. You will explore the history, culture and the Chilean way of life!
Plaza de Armas
We start our walk by passing the “Wall Street” - Calle Nueva York, and the commercial center of the city until arriving in the main square: Plaza de Armas. Here we give you an introduction to the history of Santiago, as well as visit the Santiago Cathedral, and observe the Mapuche monument as well as street artists - and paintings
Edificio de la Municipalidad de Santiago
Santiago City Hall
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
Metropolitan Cathedral
Central Market (Mercado Central)
We continue next towards Santiago Fish Market - Central Market, where we can see local vendors selling the fresh seafood of the Chilean Pacific
Mercado Tirso de Molina
After the visit, we cross over the Mapocho River to enjoy a local fruit and vegetable market: Tirso de Molina.
Barrio Lastarria
Our next visit takes us to see the vivid Lastarria street offering us a nice atmosphere, local art and culture as well as selection of fine restaurants and bars
National Museum of Fine Arts
You will now get a chance for a brief visit to Bellas Artes / Fine Arts Museum
Casa Museo La Chascona
La Chascona - Pablo Neruda's House
Bellavista
Next, continue the tour to the cultural and bohemian neighborhood Bellavista offering colorful murals and street art
Patio Bellavista
Patio Bellavista
Hop on the cable car taking us to the San Cristobal hill top
Cerro San Cristobal
San Cristobal Hill
Santuario de la Inmaculada Concepcion
Visit the Sanctuary in the San Cristobal Hill and see the landmark of Santiago: the Virgin Mary state
Parque Metropolitano De Santiago
Next, we will drive along the Metropolitan Park offering us great views over the city and the Andes
Parque Bicentenario
Next, stop to see the Bicentennial Park and enjoy the nice lagoons and flamengos
On our way back to your hotel, we will drive past the modern part of the city Vitacura holding the financial district "Sanhattan" where you can observe the tallest building in South America: Costanera
Vitacura
Vitacura
What's included
Included
Photos (Optional - digital images to be sent post-tour via email or WhatsApp, depending on preference)
Private bilingual English/Spanish-speaking guide
Cable car to San Cristobal Hill, depending on accessibility
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
Gratuities
Food or drinks
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
296 reviews
How it compares in Santiago
- Rated higher than 74% of 360 reviewed tours in Santiago
- Starting price $149 is close to the typical $144 for tours of similar length in Santiago
Excurgo comparison of 1,082 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Wheelchair accessible. Please advise local operator no later than 48 hours in advance
- Total walking distance will be approximately 0.62 - 1.86 miles (1 - 3 kilometers), depending on passenger's preferences
- Fine Arts Museum closed on Mondays; therefore alternate site(s) or outside view only may be substituted
- Minimum drinking age is 18
- Infant seats are not available
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery take?
Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 20 stops.
How much does Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery cost?
Prices start at $149 per person for this Santiago experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 14 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 2:30 PM.
Can I cancel Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Apartamentos Costanera Centre, Apart Lyon Suite.
What languages is Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infant seats are not available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible. Please advise local operator no later than 48 hours in advance
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Private Tour: Half-Day Santiago Discovery worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 296 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Huaso Tours & Bike Rental Santiago.
Reviews(296)
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