Santiago City Tour: Historical and Modern Architecture

Explore Santiago’s rich history and modern marvels on a private full-day tour. Discover iconic landmarks, vibrant neighborhoods, and local culture tailored to your interests.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cerro Santa Lucia - From your hotel, we will head directly to Santa Lucia Hill to explain how Santiago was founded over 400 years ago by the Spaniards and delve into its history.
  • La Moneda - Next, we will drive and walk through Barrio Civico, where we will discuss various interesting commercial and government buildings such as the Stock…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Airport area PIck up/ Drop off at airport area
Additional Information

We invite you to discover this Big City, a historical gem with European Eclectic and French Neoclassic architecture scattered throughout downtown. Simultaneously, we’ll journey into the future by visiting the affluent neighborhoods, where you’ll admire modern and stylish buildings and homes. We’ll delve into the history of Santiago’s founding at the…

Location
Cerro Santa Lucia
Rua Santa Lucia,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Joannawr1293te
Sep 30, 2024
Fantastic day to see all of Santiago - Our guide Francisca was amazing and really tailored the day to our individual hobbies / interests. Fantastic day out and I would highly recommend to anyone!
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Randycl6562up
Aug 27, 2024
The best way to visit Santiago! - The tour was perfect in every way! Hector provided so much detail and information that we would have never known about. His knowledge of Santiago made all the difference. I can't even imagine visiting Santiago without Hector. He was the perfect tour guide.
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Jim_p
Aug 26, 2024
Great guide to visit Santiago with! - This was one of the best decisions made. Leo was extraordinary, knowledgeable and super kind. We learned a lot and enjoyed his humble personality, felt like we were there with a family member or a long time friend. Highly recommend you ask for Leo for your tour.
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Jmrmd1961
Mar 31, 2024
Awesome tour - Excellent tour. Got to hit major historical points( Catedral Metropolitana, Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucia, Palacio de la Moneda, museum district). Also visited several nice and colorful neighborhoods: Los Condes, Providencia, Lastraria , Bella Vista. It was Easter Weekend, so many businesses were closed, out of tour company control. If you want to more fully experience Santiago, may want to book the tour during a weekday. Hector, our guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable, friendly and funny, which made the tour very enjoyable. He was very flexible. Mauricio, our driver, was also extremely nice. Highly recommended tour.
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Jose_r
Mar 31, 2024
Awesome tour - Excellent tour. Got to hit major historical points( Catedral Metropolitana, Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucia, Palacio de la Moneda, museum district). Also visited several nice and colorful neighborhoods: Los Condes, Providencia, Lastraria , Bella Vista. It was Easter Weekend, so many businesses were closed, out of tour company control. If you want to more fully experience Santiago, may want to book the tour during a weekday. Hector, our guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable, friendly and funny, which made the tour very enjoyable. He was very flexible. Mauricio, our driver, was also extremely nice. Highly recommended tour.
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Richard_l
Mar 30, 2024
The very best of Santiago in one day. - The driver and guide arrived right on time and we did a thorough tour of downtown Santiago starting with the Castillo Hidalgo and Cerro Santa Lucia. On to the section of Santiago with the government buildings, Presidential Palace and others along with the Cripta Bernado O'Higgins. All with a recounting of Chilean history. Several churches, Iglesia San Francisco and the Metropolitan Cathedral. We spent some time in Barrio Bellavista and saw Pablo Neruda's house/museum, but didn't go in because of limited time. Toward the end of the tour we went up to a neighborhood on the northern edge of the city with very exclusive homes, including a copy of Elvis Presly's home, Graceland, for a wonderful view of the city. It was an information-packed day and I certainly received more information about Santiago, and Chile, than I thought possible in one day. The only problem was that with my compromised hearing I didn't catch the name of my tour guide. Could you possible send my her name? Her English was first-rate and her knowledge of the city and Chile, their history and present, was literally amazing. Even very extraneous questions were answered quickly and thoroughly. I am so glad that I scheduled an extra day in Santiago and that I found you with an Internet search. I would most highly recommend your service to others. Thanks for making my last day in Chile so enjoyable and informative. Richard Lynde
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Scott_h
Mar 25, 2024
Beautiful trip through Santiago - Our day with Francisca on a private tour of Santiago was wonderful. Francisca's passion for her city and its history was evident from the get-go, and it truly elevated our experience. We began our day with a hike up San Cristobal hill, where Francisca regaled us with tales of Chilean history. The panoramic views from the top, including the serene Japanese garden and the iconic Virgin Mary statue, were breathtaking. The journey down via the funicular added an extra layer of excitement. Next, Francisca took us across the city to the Bahá'í Temple, a marvel of modern architecture nestled against the backdrop of the majestic Andes. The tranquility of the temple and the stunning vista provided a serene contrast to the city below. Of course, no visit to Santiago would be complete without indulging in its culinary delights. Francisca led us to a charming local eatery where we savored a traditional lunch, immersing ourselves in the flavors of Chilean cuisine. To cap off our unforgettable day, Francisca treated us to some delectable ice cream at a local spot, adding a sweet finale to our exploration of Santiago. Throughout the tour, Francisca's warmth, knowledge, and attention to detail were evident. She effortlessly fielded our questions, providing insightful answers and offering us a comprehensive overview of the city's vibrant culture and heritage.
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Avik
Mar 22, 2024
Excellent Time exploring various aspects of Santiago - Our guide, Juan was both gracious and patient and took us to the funicular railway for panoramic views, helped us explore and walk through the key highlights of the historic downtown area as well as set us up for a great lunch and took us to the Artisanal crafting village at the end for a fantastic trip.
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Robert_b
Mar 21, 2024
Above and Beyond. Highly recommended. - Our tour guide, Jaime, customized our tour based on our prior touring and gave us excellent cultural and historical information in perfect English. Enjoyed some off the beaten track spots. Our driver and vehicle were excellent as well. We spent more time on the tour then expected and were not rushed.
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Desiree_w
Mar 18, 2024
BEST private tour - Perfect tour to get a bit of all that Santiago has to offer. So full of history, food, and fun! Hec Tour is the way to go!
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From $30
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).