Things to Do in Santiago

So... you wanna rock Santiago...!

Absolutely everything you need to see, learn, and explore... landmarks, impressive architecture, cultural highlights, social and political conflicts... besides all the secrets and gems you definitely won't find online.

You will also receive my exclusive Google Maps guide with the best  food, wine, nightlife, views, museums and much more!

* San Francisco Church (Masterpiece of the Spanish Colony)
* Alameda Avenue
* Stock Exchange Building
* La Moneda Presidential Palace (1973 Coup d'état and Dictatorship)
* Old Parliament and Supreme Court
* Museum of Pre-Columbian Art
* Plaza de Armas (Town Hall and History of the Foundation )
* The Cathedral of Santiago (Architectural Jewel)
* Santa Lucia Hill (Beautiful Views)
* National Museum of Fine Arts
* Lastarria Neighborhood (Bars, Restaurants and Nightlife)
 
*Important before booking*

 We do not wait for latecomers, the tour is professional and starts on time.

 * We only receive ethical tips and reserve the right to return insufficient contributions, the suggested ethical minimum is 10 thousand Chilean pesos per person, we only receive Chilean pesos in cash, we do not accept dollars or electronic payments of any kind.

 * We do not accept group reservations of more than 6 people. If we detect a group divided into smaller reservations, we will refuse service at the meeting point even if you have confirmed reservations.

Hello everyone and welcome to Santiago de Chile!
During this tour you will visit the historical center of the city exploring the best that the city has to offer in its history in the most classic places!!

and many recommendations of places where you can enjoy a rich experience in restaurants with typical food and the best local bars with the best craft beers and wines.
I invite you to enjoy this enriching and fun experience Por Santiago.

This walking tour will help you to understand the essential Chilean history linked to current affairs but in simple and clear words.
You'll also learn about our culture, food and drinks by this lover of the chilean lifestyle . Moreover, along the trip, you will have all the key recommendations on the places to visit, the best restaurants and bars in town, and the things you Must do in Santiago during your stay.
By the end of the tour, you'll get more information about other towns and places to visit in Chile!

We visit all the jewells of the city that not everyone will show you such as:

• Plaza de Armas (main square)
• The pre-Colombus art museum
• Supreme court
• Former national congress
• The Ancient Inca Road
• The Presidential Palace
• Stock market building
• New York (Yes, an area called New York in Santiago)
• Paris and London (Yes, an European neighbourhood in town)
• Former-secret detention center (Pinochet's regime)
• The oldest building in Santiago!
• The opera House
• Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center (former Pinochet's headquarter)
• Lastarria (a gastronomic area full of options also for vegetarians and vegans)

To consider:
-It's a 2:30hrs walk
-Bring water for the trip
-Hat and/or sunscreen are essential
-Average tip 10.000clp per person.

On this tour you will learn the stories behind each building and monument in the old center of Santiago and you will discover the most fascinating aspects of Chilean culture.
We will pass through the following places:
 * Main Square

• GAM
• Santa Lucia Hill
• Municipal theater.
• Church of San Agustin
• Stock Exchange District
• La Moneda
• Montt Varas Square

Discover Santiago in a very fun way with a guide who is passionate about the city and its history.

We will visit two of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Santiago.

We will start with the normal Parque Quinta to continue with the most colorful and artistic neighborhood in the city, " El Barrio Yungay " which appears on the list of the "coolest" neighborhoods in the world.
Its History will transport us in time through its architecture from the 1920s and to that are added all the GRAFFITI and street art that stands out in the neighborhood.

*Meeting point:

*Inside the normal Quinta Metro Station next to the metro ticket office

Look for the Green Cap!

We are waiting for you!

Why walk when you can take a running tour? This activity is aimed at those who never stop running, even when they are traveling.

We will run 10 km through the most iconic buildings in the old center and the Yungay neighborhood. The tour is around 90 minutes at a steady pace and with some stops for photos.
The tour covers the following sights:

• Quinta Normal Park
• Memory Museum
• Street art in Yungay
• Plaza Brasil, La Moneda
• Plaza de Armas
• Saint Augustine Church
• Stock Market Exchange building 
• Santa Lucia Hill
• Lastarria neighborhood. 

A great way to see Santiago's landmark and start the day with a great workout. 

9th coolest neighbourhood in the world- Barrio Yungay

If you're looking for an out-of-the mainstream tour in Santiago de Chile, in this tour you could explore some of the best alleys in Santiago where graffiti have taken over the first neighbourhood ever planned in Chile.
According to Timeout, Yungay is currently having a renaissance due to its  with "accessible, cutting-edge culture and nightlife; brilliant and affordable food and drink" at some incredible holes on the wall.


On this tour we're visiting the most remarkable places in this area (cause it's huge, we're doing only 1/4 of its size:

• The Quinta normal park 
• The human rights museum
• Museum of education (Gabriela Mistral's former school)
• "Cité" concept
• Sound Museum
• The current president's house (believe it or not).
• Casona compañía
• The french barber shop and its restaurant.
• Stop at the Selvaggio bakery before "once time"
• "Casa Gárgola"
• Plaza Yungay
• Álamos palace
• Metro Cumming (final stop)

Come and join me to explore the B-side of downtown Santiago.

This tour is dedicated to travelers who want to experience the city in a more relaxed way and want to have a good time with other travelers in a semi private tour with no more than 10 people.

You'll discocover 4 Neighborhoods: Bellavista, Lastarria, Bellas Artes plus a metro ride to Barrio Italia. These are the most lively and colorful areas around downtown Santiago.

We'll talk about history, nightlife, bohemian characters,street art and bars as the plot of the tour plus the best recommendations for restaurants, theater, live music, and other activities.

We will stop at 3 or 4 venues in total within the 4 neighborhoods in order to try (optionally): a beer tasting, a chilean hotdog, ice cream, empanadas, pisco sour and even "terremotos" (chilean drink) depending on what the interests are in each group.

There's options for vegetarians and vegans too and 10.000clp will be enough per person if you do try ALL the tastings aforementioned which are always optional.

These are the stops:

Plaza caupolican (Meeting point)
La Chascona (Pablo Neruda's house)
Calle Constitución (full of recommendations)
Patio Bellavista (tons of bars, souveniers and other services)
Parque Forestal (view to Plaza Italia/ Baquedano)
Calle Villavicencio (hidden gems)
Barrio Lastarria (a classic)
Bellas Artes (muralism, recommendations and metro ride)
Barrio Italia ( final stop and final tasting)

Come to see have a good time at the most pictorial parts of town with an experienced tour guide!




P.S: Please bring comfortable shoes for the walk, water and you own metro card "BIP". If you can't, I can pay the metro ride for you.

Walking tour through the beautiful Providencia neighborhood, a modern, commercial, bohemian sector of great cultural importance. Tour aimed at showing the development of Santiago through the last decades of the 20th century, providing an immersive and enriching experience through the city. We will travel through the hidden treasures of the area, discovering Santiago and all its attractions at every step.

We will cover all the nuances of the sector, combining history, art, culture and gastronomy in our stories. We start the tour on the main avenue of the city and end just around lunchtime in the neighborhood with the widest gastronomic offer in the city.

We will start in the heart of downtown and we will make our way to the Bellavista area, we will go through the history of the country with a lot of focus in the last 50 years (learn the past to understand the present and foresee the future) @eltourdepablocko

• La Moneda Palace: Our current presidential office, with an awesome background.
• Paseo Huerfanos and  Paseo Ahumada: The heart of downtown commerce.
• Palacio Larrain Zañartu: Design in Neoclassic style with some political importance.
• Plaza de Armas: The heart of the city. with some important´s buildings, like the Cathedral and the ex-government palace.
• Bellas Artes neighbourhood and  Museum: A must-see for art lovers
• Santa Lucia Hill: Small hill downtown of Santiago with a very unique view of the city (and yes, we go up)
• Lastarria´s neighbourhood: with lots of bars, restaurants, and crafts!
• GAM art center: One of the newest art centers in the city.

I have been a guide for 13 years, and I have been on a platform for 6 years with over 800 reviews and an overall rating of 4.96  you will not regret taking a walk with me.

Get to know Chile's nature, one step away from Santiago!
When you book this tour, you will visit the Quebrada de Macul, a natural park where you can learn about Chile's flora and fauna.
This excursion will take you deep into the mountains, an experience you will certainly not forget.
We will meet at the entrance of the natural park and enter the Quebrada de Macul. We begin the ascent through a small valley, through a forest, with beautiful views. We will try to reach the bottom of the ravine, where there are two small waterfalls. Finally, we start the return to the park entrance, passing along the banks of the stream that flows through the creek.
The hike is 8 km (5 miles), round trip.
It is a hike of moderate difficulty, designed for people who enjoy hiking and nature. It is recommended to wear appropriate footwear for walking on rocky terrain. We also recommend carrying a backpack with water, a snack, sun protection and protection against the cold, depending on the season.
We finish the tour at the starting point, that is, at the entrance of the Quebrada de Macul Natural Park, around 2:00 pm.

An offbeat walk where the only thing that will be to the beat is the sound of our feet.
 
Together we discover Santiago’s fresh fruit, veg, (and everything in between) market in La Vega Central.
Our feet bounce off the tourist path (like the General Cemetery) and we will interact with true Chilenos as they hustle over the capital city, tasting, smelling, bartering, and bantering.

Are you a traveler with an inkling of excitement and enthusiasm for culture? This tour will fill your inner desires. This is not your average tour! A tour where you should expect the unexpected and discover what it is like to be a Santiago local.

Charge your camera and slap on some sunscreen friends! A personal tour for life’s culture seekers.

¡Ven a hacer avistamiento de aves a pasos de Santiago!
Visitaremos las laderas cercanas a la Quebrada de Macul, en búsqueda de las aves presentes en el sector. 
Intentaremos avistar aves tales como codornices, perdiz chilena, cernícalos, águilas mora, peucos, chunchos, tórtolas cordilleranas, loicas, tencas, pitíos, carpinteritos, colibríes, aguiluchos, diucas, tordos, chercanes, cachuditos, entre otras. 
En algunas ocasiones, con algo de suerte, también es posible avistar cóndores en las inmediaciones.
Haremos un recorrido de baja a mediana intensidad.
También observaremos insectos, mamíferos, reptiles y plantas propias del bosque esclerófilo chileno.
Te recogeré en Santiago, para luego dirigirnos a la Quebrada de Macul y sus inmediaciones.  
¡No te pierdas esta experiencia única!

Hello friends!
I imagine that they are eager to get to know our city through the footprints and landmarks displayed in the historic center of Santiago. But apart from the progress that this metropolis has presented from the pre-Hispanic stage onwards to become what you can see today, there is a part of that story, not always graceful, that constitutes part of our identity as a country. It is about our historical memory , an indispensable piece in the development of any democracy.

Making these episodes visible is a task for all of us who participate in the education and promotion of spaces of awareness that promote a "Never Again." Therefore, 50 years after that dark period, I invite you to learn about the main events, places and key people located in that same historic center, with a different approach, which will allow you to better understand the reasons for the current polarization and division. politics in our country.

We will visit spaces such as:

• The exterior of La Moneda, the Plaza de la Constitución and its surroundings
• commemorative plaques of executed politicians
• the exterior of 3 detention and punishment centers
• a space of resistance like the Vicariate of Solidarity

This is a special trip, a unique experience of understanding, empathy and solidarity where for a few hours you will be able to put yourself in the shoes of the Chileans and see through their eyes.

This free tour will take you back in time and discover that before the arrival of the Spanish in the city, two large indigenous communities inhabited and coexisted: the Incas and the Mapuches. You will learn about the oldest and most important architectural landmarks concentrated in the heart of the city and how they merge with the new lifestyle of Chilean society.

The tour has an educational purpose, a critical view of the city and information of interest so that you can enjoy and broaden your perspective, above all, providing information of interest that you don't get on a conventional tour.

Also during the tour you will get information about places of interest: restaurants, bars, places to visit in the city and its surroundings so that you can make the most of your stay in Chile.

During the free tour we will make the following stops/visits:

• Plaza de Armas-Plaza Mayor (meeting point),
• Chilean post office
• National History Museum
• Municipality of Santiago
• The Cathedral and the Archbishopric
• Portals: Bulnes and Fernando Concha
• Royal Company Cinema
• Museum of Pre-Columbian Art
• Former National Congress-Church of the Jesuits
• Palace of Courts of Justice
• Larrain Palace
• coffee haiti
• La Moneda building
• Diego portales statue
• Grand Hotel Carrera
• Salvador Allende statue (end of the tour)

Considerations/Recommendations:
- It's a 2:00 hrs walk (approximately)
- Bring water for the tour.
- Essential hat and/or sunscreen
- Come prepared to have fun!

Hello!
Welcome to Santiago, the capital of one of the southernmost countries in the world.
This incredible city has a lot to offer: a history of more than 500 years , one of the best wines in the world , great gastronomy and the charm of a Latin American country.
On the tour we will tour the historic center of Santiago in approximately 2:30 hours. In this, I hope to be able to make you part of our history, give you advice on where to eat and party, and give you a vision of what Chile is in the eyes of a Santiaguino.

The route will be:

• Lastarria neighborhood
• Santa Lucia Hill
• Municipal theater
• National Library
• Most emblematic streets of the historic center: Ahumada, Huérfanos, Ahumada, Nueva York.
• Former national congress
• Supreme Court
• Santiago's cathedral
• Main Square
• Pre-Columbian and National Historical Museums
• The Santiago Stock Exchange
• Palacio de la Moneda and Plaza de la Constitución

Reserve now!

Welcome to Santiago de Chile ! We are Santiago's guru travel agency, a team of fun and friendly professional guides who love meeting and talking to people from other countries. We believe that traveling educates us and makes us grow, that is why we love being your guides in this beautiful city. We have traveled many places, from Chile to the southern highway, but our true destination is you, the travelers. We are passionate about everything this city has to offer and we are here to help you discover it to the fullest. Remember that we are the guides of the orange umbrella !

Come and see the General Cemetery of Santiago de Chile, a hidden gem in the heart of the city. This mysterious place shrouded in secrets will transport you to a world full of history and surprises .

The General Cemetery of Santiago, inaugurated in 1821 , is one of the oldest and most emblematic funerary sites in Latin America. Its tombs and mausoleums are silent witnesses of the lives of illustrious, famous and anonymous people, who rest eternally within its walls.

As you enter this enclave, you will realize that each tomb has its own story. The atmosphere is so enigmatic that you will feel a certain chill running down your spine as you explore the dark and narrow corridors. Emerge from anonymity and discover the secrets that lie in each tomb.

On your tour of the cemetery, you will find tombs of various architectural styles, from simple and modest to majestic and ornate. Each of them tells a unique story, full of intrigue and tragedy.

Bonjour les voyageurs !
Prêt à découvrir Santiago du Chili d'une manière unique, authentique et, bien sûr, en français ?

Je suis Lucas Figueroa, votre guide local francophone. Je vous invite à une visite historique à pied gratuite remplie d'histoires fascinantes, de coins secrets et de cette étincelle spéciale que seul un véritable amoureux de Santiago peut offrir.

Au programme :
Ensemble, nous explorerons les sites les plus emblématiques de Santiago avec une touche personnelle et des anecdotes que vous ne trouverez nulle part ailleurs. Voici l'itinéraire que nous suivrons :

La Plaza de Armas : Le cœur historique de Santiago, plein de vie et de culture.
Plaza Montt-Varas : Le point de départ où l'histoire et l'architecture se rencontrent.
Parc Santa Lucía : Un joyau caché avec des vues spectaculaires et des légendes fascinantes.
Barrio Lastarria : L'endroit idéal pour ressentir l'âme bohème et artistique de la ville.
Palais de La Moneda : Le symbole politique et architectural du Chili.

Prêt à vivre une expérience inoubliable ? Réservez votre place dès maintenant et participez à la seule et unique visite guidée en français de Santiago ! A bientôt, j'espère ! 

Santiago General Cemetery: An open-air museum.
On this tour we will be able to discover this important architectural gem and historical monument. In addition to finding beautifully decorated tombs, we will walk through some of its streets. An opportunity to connect with art, silence and nostalgia in a friendly and respectful way. It is not intended to be a gloomy tour but rather a contemplative one.
We will visit the most important tombs and mausoleums in architectural and historical terms (Italian Mausoleum and its stained glass windows, Gothic mausoleums, exotic mausoleums, Green Chapel, Yellow Chapel, among others). We will be able to enjoy a very green tour as it is full of trees and gardens.
We will meet at the Cementerios Metro Station (Recoleta) and walk to the southern part of the Cemetery (Avenida Zañartu) to end the tour at the Hospitales Metro Station (Independencia). Approximately 2 hours of walking.

Dare to discover the city of the dead.

Hi, I'm Juan and I'm an experienced guide. Together we'll tour Santiago's heritage, where we'll talk about history, architecture, gastronomy and much more.

Let's tour Santiago!!!!.....

Places we will visit:

• Plaza de Armas in Santiago, Chile.
• Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago.
• Historic Centre (Post Office, Historical Museum, City Hall)
• Former National Congress of Chile.
• Palace of Justice.
• Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art.
• Constitution Square.
• Palace of the Mint.
• Santiago Stock Exchange.
• Santiago Municipal Theatre + Fun fact.
• National Library of Chile.
• Santa Lucia Hill.
• Lastarria neighborhood.
• GAM (Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center).

It is one of the most complete routes you can find in Santiago, as we will also be able to learn some gastronomic secrets about the route. We will also end up inside the GAM, a place with good public transport connections (buses, metro) as well as being able to request private taxi services (Uber, Didi).

This free tour aims to view the city of Santiago from above and from this angle understand how the city has been built since its beginnings, and the landscape transformations that have been part of its history. We will also learn about the importance of Cerro San Cristóbal and its transformation as the largest urban park in Chile and the 4th largest in the world.

This space is ideal for learning more about Chilean flora and fauna and the cultural events that take place from this point where the Andes mountain range can be seen in all its splendor.

It is also a great place to “leave the city without leaving the city” and walk along paths surrounded by nature.

During the guided tour we will make the following stops/visits:

• Santiago Metropolitan Park (entrance to Pionono Avenue, Bellavista-meeting point),
• Funicular
• Summit Square
• Virgin of the Assumption Trail (summit)
• House of Spiders
• Casino summit
• Manuel Foster Observatory
• Tupahue pool + Tupahue mural
• Victory Tower
• Mountain Range Viewpoint
• Gabriela Mistral Square
• Mapulemu Garden
• Oasis-Cable Car Station (access to the park via Pedro de Valdivia)

Considerations/Recommendations:
- Book at least one day in advance
- A minimum of two people are required to carry out the tour.
- It's a 2:30 hr walk
- Bring cash in local currency or a card to pay for the ticket to go up the hill by Funicular!
- Bring water for the trip.
- Hat and/or sunscreen essential
- Confirm attendance via text message, not only is it valid to make the reservation
- Come prepared to have fun and walk surrounded by nature!

Certified Tourist Guide by the

National Monuments Council of Chile

If you really want to learn about history, know about Chilean gastronomy and ask lots of questions 🙂 this is the tour you need.

We also do tours for 1 person or more 🙂

I'll wait for you!

Places you will visit:

• Plaza de Armas in Santiago, Chile
• Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago (Interior)
• National Historical Museum
• Former National Congress of Chile (Interior - specific days)
• Palace of Justice
• Chilean Museum of Pre-Columbian Art
• Constitution Square
• Palacio de la Moneda (Stop for bathrooms)
• Bernardo O'Higgins Tomb (Interior)
• Santiago Stock Exchange (Interior - specific days)
• Municipal Theatre of Santiago + Fun Fact
• National Library of Chile (Interior)
• Santa Lucia Hill (Interior)
• Lastarria neighborhood (End of the route)

It is the most complete route of Santiago that you can visit, only we have access to the interior of heritage sites that no one else shows you. And our guides leave you safely where you need to go after the Free Tour.