Chile · HISTORY TOURS IN SANTIAGO
Chile spreads its good days a long way apart. These 15 history tours in Santiago are the ones that repay the travelling, each with its price, its length and the verdict of the people who went.
Walk Santiago’s old town, Cathedral, Santa Lucia Hill, Bellas Artes, Lastarria, and Bellavista with a small-group guide in three hours.
“We didn't have very much time to see Santiago but after this tour we really felt like we had a good feel for the city. Eugene was exellent, really knowledgeable and made the tour interesting and fun.”
Cycle through Chile’s Maipo Valley, taste Carmenere and Santa Rita wines, explore a historic winery, and visit its Andean museum.
“I would not recommend this tour to anyone. First of all, the communication is absolutely terrible. After booking, I received zero information. I used all the options I could find for the company and finally got some contact the (late) afternoon the day before the tour. It had been unclear whether or not we would be on the hotel pick-up route or meet at the 'pick-up point'. They finally confirmed we would be picked up. Then they were 30 mins late to pick us up and, again, I had to call them to get any kind of update. After they picked us up, we drove for about 5 minutes to…”
Review of a Santiago day tour to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar, with hill walks, sea lions, museums, coastal views, costs, timing, and tips.
“J’attend toujours le remboursement de la prestation le chauffeur n’est pas venu. Levée à 5 h00 pour rien”
Review of Santiago’s private half-day tour, covering historic sights, city views, local food, transport, guides, price, and practical tips.
“Having never been in Santiago previously, this was an excellent tour to orientate on major aspects of the central city. Our tour guide Esteban was outstanding in sharing his extensive knowledge of the history, geography, climate and social information of Chilean society. Highly recommend this tour and asking for Esteban to be your guide when scheduling. Five Star experience!”
Explore Santiago by private car, historic center walk, San Cristobal cable car, and Central Market in a flexible 4-hour tour.
“The tour was amazing, I recommend it to anyone wanting to know Santiago in a few hours. We were taken very good care of, we were provided with all the interesting information and are really happy we found this tour!”
Explore Santiago’s political past, queer history, Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucía Hill, and Lastarria with a warm local guide.
“Our guide, Freddy, was knowledgeable and very attentive. We saw a lot, walked a lot and learned a lot!”
Explore Santiago’s La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas, historic churches, markets, and Santa Lucía Hill on a small-group walking tour.
“QUITE COMPLETE TO GET AN IDEA OF THE ROOTS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF CHILE AND ITS PEOPLE Especially knowing not only part of its history but the urban diversity of this Capital, between the past and the present. The guide -Paul- very nice and welcoming.Auto-translated”
Visit UNESCO-listed Valparaíso, beachside Viña del Mar, and Chile’s Pacific coast on an 8-hour day tour from Santiago.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our tour to Vina del Mar and Valparaiso. Our tour leader was punctual, polite, knowledgeable and very friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. The lunch was very good in a wonderful setting. It is a tour that I would recommend to anyone.”
See Santiago’s key sights in four hours with a local guide, hotel pickup, small groups, historic stops, and views from Santa Lucia Hill.
“We had a great tour with Rodrigo. He arrived in time and first took us around the city. We also wanted to go on Teleferico and he made it happen. He helped us with some last minute things before the cruise. At the end, we had some history at the presidential palace. It was a good day and we had free afternoon for another tour.”
Explore Vitacura, Bicentennial Park, and Santiago’s modern landmarks on a small-group self-balancing tour with local history.
“The self-balancing team ride was very entertaining and also very easy to learn. Loved it... We also learned about the history of the commune of Vitacura and some emblematic buildings.Auto-translated”
Explore Valparaíso’s harbor, street art, queer culture, funiculars, and Viña del Mar with a local guide on this intimate Chile day tour.
“One of several Santiago tours expertly conducted by Freddie. He is knowledgeable, fun to be with, and always in tune with his clients. He makes excellent choices for places to see and for the establishments offering food and drinks. I highly recommend his tours.”
Explore Santiago’s historic center on a four-hour guided walk covering Plaza de Armas, La Moneda, Santa Lucia Hill, and more.
“Excelente recorrido. El guía muy amable y con amplio conocimiento de la historia”
See La Moneda’s Changing of the Guard, explore Santiago’s historic center, and finish with city views from Santa Lucía Hill.
“Really great tour. The guide Emmanuel brought me around to all the historic buildings in the core of Santiago. We spoke about the history, the culture, Chile's past and future. He was extremely knowledgeable and kind, can not thank him enough for a wonder couple hours touring Santiago.”
Explore Santiago’s history, markets, politics, art, and mountain views on a six-hour small-group tour with food tasting and hotel pickup.
“My group tour ended up being a private tour of Santiago city and sites and history. Hightower, my guide, picked me up at the hotel and drove me off to see all over Santiago. Since it was just me, he asked me what I wanted to see and things I Read more”
Spend a full day at Santa Rita Vineyard with wine tastings, a vineyard bike ride, picnic lunch, and the Andean Museum.
“Amazing tour. Our guides Jeannette and Matías were truly fantastic and made us feel very welcome. Super day out. Totally recommended. Thank you again.”
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