Why choose this tour ?
This tour offers a captivating blend of Santiago’s rich history and modern charm. You will explore the city's historical heart, visiting landmarks like the La Moneda Palace, the Santiago Cathedral, and the bustling Plaza de Armas. The journey continues with a walk through the vibrant Paseo Bandera and the picturesque Mercado Central, offering a taste of local culture. You'll then discover the bohemian spirit of the Bellavista neighborhood, home to art, nightlife, and the legacy of poet Pablo Neruda. A visit to a Lapislázuli shop introduces you to Chile’s precious stone, while the tranquil Parque Bicentenario provides a relaxing green escape. Finally, you'll experience the modernity of "Sanhattan," Santiago's contemporary business district, showcasing the city’s rapid urban development. This tour beautifully balances the historical and modern aspects of Santiago, providing a comprehensive view of its evolution.
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What makes Santiago de Chile Sightseeing Tour a unique experience ?
We meet at the meeting point at approximately 9:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m., in the "square in front of Hotel Plaza San Francisco." (Alameda #816, Metro Universidad de Chile.) To begin our adventure, we will go by public transportation to reach the historic center of Santiago. It can be in the beautiful, picturesque and safe Santiago metro or in an Uber, depending on where we depart from.
Santa Lucia Hill, where we will make a guided walking tour of the urban park, surrounded to various tree species, ornamentation of European origin and relics from the Chilean colonial past, in the Cerro Santa Lucía attractive spaces stand out, such as the Neptuno and Caupolicán terraces and the Castillo Hidalgo.
In front of this square is the Palacio de La Moneda, this iconic building is the presidential headquarters of Chile. We will learn about its history and architecture. If we are a little lucky and coincide with the day, we will be able to see the changing of the guard at the presidential palace.
Explore the former National Congress building, a key symbol of Chile's political history, located near Plaza de la Constitución.
We will continue our adventure on the way to the Plaza de Armas, the starting point of Chile, also called kilometer 0, it is the historic heart of Santiago. Here we can see the Metropolitan Cathedral and other historical buildings that surround the square such as the Municipality, the Post Office and the History Museum.
We will walk through a charming pedestrian street connecting significant historic sites, including monuments and important buildings from Santiago’s past.
We will stop to visit to Santiago’s famous market, where you can see and sample local products, particularly fresh seafood and traditional Chilean dishes.
We will continue climbing through the capital until we reach the Bellavista neighborhood, we will explore this vibrant neighborhood, famous for its lively nightlife, colorful murals and picturesque architecture. Here we will also find La Chascona, one of the houses of Pablo Neruda, the famous Chilean poet, and the entrance to Parquemet.
We will visit this modern park, one of Santiago’s largest green spaces, ideal for walking, relaxing, and enjoying artificial lakes, picnic areas, and a variety of plants.
We will continue exploring the most modern area of Santiago, known for its contemporary architecture, tall buildings, and vibrant commercial life, highlighting the city’s modernization.
After this experience full of historical and cultural information we will return to the hotel.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IMPORTANT NOTE: Most of these points to visit are located in the historic center of the city, and tourist vehicles are not allowed in this sector, for this reason most of the route will be walking, the vehicle only brings us from point to point.
- Minimum 2 passengers for Regular operation.
- Order and schedules of services can be modified for better operation.
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Santiago de Chile Sightseeing Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Pick up - Drop off from downtown hotels.
- Local Expert Guide in Spanish - English.
Not Included
- Extras not detailed in the itinerary
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Tangol.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Santiago.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 5 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us! OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 11 3221 8400 (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
