Tour Details For Santiago City Tour.

Discover the essence of Santiago in just a few hours on this immersive panoramic city tour. Start your journey from your hotel and dive into the rich colonial heritage of the capital. Explore the historic center where the city’s foundations were laid, with iconic landmarks such as Plaza de Armas and La Moneda Palace in the civic district.

Ascend the stunning San Cristóbal Hill by funicular and cable car (subject to availability) for breathtaking views over the city and the Andean foothills. Later, continue to Santiago’s eastern district, showcasing the city’s modern face, where bold architectural contrasts reflect its contemporary vibrance.

Whether it’s your first time or you’re short on time, this half-day tour is the perfect introduction to Chile’s capital. Book now for a memorable look at the past, present, and future of Santiago.

Departure & Return Location

Santiago, Chile.

Departure Time

Monday to Sunday in the morning
Tour does not operate on the first Monday of each month (San Cristóbal Hill is closed). On other Mondays, only the funicular operates.

Duration

Half Day

Difficulty

Easy

Highest Altitude

880 m or 2887 ft

Santiago City Places Visited

Historic Downtown (Plaza de Armas), Civic District & La Moneda Palace, San Cristóbal Hill, etc

Price Includes

Hotel Pickup and Drop-off Included Santiago
Bilingual Spanish - English service.
Official Tourism Guide.
Entrance fee

Price Excludes

Lunch
Gratuities

Additional Tour Information

Pricing is based on two people. Single occupancy is another price.
Please ask us about special group discounts if travelling with 5 or more people.
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking
Tour does not have fixed departures, you can choose your own start date
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
If you are a senior or traveling with small children please ask us about our private tours.
This tour begins in Santiago de Chile, Hostel/Hotel Pickup is included for Accommodation located in Downtown.
Group tour only operates in the morning

Santiago City Tour Cancellation Policy

As the Industry leader in customer service we provide you with the flexibility to change your travel plans – with the assurance that you’ll have options to re-book when it suits you. As long as you notify us about changes to your travel plans at least 24 hours* before your scheduled departure, you can pick new travel dates or an entirely different trip, with no change fees. We offer:

Flexible Payments
Partial Deposits
No Change Fees*
Secure Online Payment
Guaranteed Departures

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*Domestic/International Airlines may have their own fees. Day tours can be cancelled for a full refund at least 24 hours before tour start time. Multi day tours, treks and tour packages need to be cancelled at least 40 days before departure for full refund.

Please take the time to review all Covid-19 Travel Information before booking.

Santiago City Tours - Itinerary

Half Day

Embark on a fascinating journey through Chile’s capital with our Half-Day Panoramic Santiago City Tour. We begin with hotel pickup and head straight to the heart of the city’s historic center. Our first stop is the iconic Plaza de Armas, known as kilometer zero and the central hub from which Santiago was originally built during the colonial era. Here, you’ll explore the city’s rich history and admire its traditional architecture.

Santiago Tour

Next, we visit the Civic District, home to Chile’s ministerial buildings and the La Moneda Presidential Palace. This area offers a unique insight into the country’s political past and present.

Santiago Chile Tour

Our tour continues with a scenic ascent to San Cristóbal Hill, one of the city’s most prominent landmarks. Please note that the cable car is currently out of service; we’ll access the summit exclusively via the funicular, still offering spectacular panoramic views of Santiago and the surrounding Andes Mountains.

We’ll then head to the eastern district, showcasing the modern side of Santiago. Here you’ll witness the city’s bold architectural contrasts, including the Costanera Center, the tallest skyscraper in Latin America.

After this immersive experience blending history, nature, and urban charm, we’ll return you comfortably to your hotel. This tour is perfect for those seeking to discover Santiago’s highlights in just half a day.