
Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights
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Is Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights worth booking?
Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights is a 7-hour experience in Santiago, Chile, from $68 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $68 per person
See more of Santiago without the feel of a large bus tour. The small-group experience is limited to 13 passengers, creating a more relaxed and personal way to discover the city. Instead of focusing on just one area, this 7-hour experience gives you a broader look at Santiago, from its history and local character to its panoramic and modern side. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, there is no need to arrange transportation between the different areas of the city. Your local driver-guide accompanies you throughout the experience and can guide you in English, Spanish or Portuguese. With a full day to explore and a carefully planned route, you can enjoy Santiago at a comfortable pace while we adapt the order of the visits to local traffic conditions. All listed stops remain included.
What you get
About this experience
See more of Santiago without the feel of a large bus tour. The small-group experience is limited to 13 passengers, creating a more relaxed and personal way to discover the city. Instead of focusing on just one area, this 7-hour experience gives you a broader look at Santiago, from its history and local character to its panoramic and modern side. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, there is no need to arrange transportation between the different areas of the city. Your local driver-guide accompanies you throughout the experience and can guide you in English, Spanish or Portuguese. With a full day to explore and a carefully planned route, you can enjoy Santiago at a comfortable pace while we adapt the order of the visits to local traffic conditions. All listed stops remain included.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water on board.
- Driver-guide service in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Lunch and personal food expenses.
- Souvenirs, snacks, personal expenses
- Tips (gratuities) – Not included but appreciated
- Funicular and cable car tickets at Cerro San Cristóbal (optional).
- Entrance fees to museums, monuments and other paid attractions not specified as included.
What you'll see and do
Cerro Santa Lucia
Visit Cerro Santa Lucía, one of Santiago’s most iconic landmarks. Explore its historic surroundings, gardens and viewpoints while learning about its importance in the history of the city.
30 minutes here
Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda
Stop at La Moneda Palace and Plaza de la Ciudadanía, Santiago’s civic center. Discover one of the city’s most important landmarks and learn about its historical and political significance.
20 minutes here
Plaza de Armas
Explore Santiago’s historic Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city since its founding. Admire the Metropolitan Cathedral and surrounding historic buildings while your guide shares the stories, architecture and everyday life that have shaped Chile’s capital.
20 minutes here
San Francisco Church
Visit the historic San Francisco Church, one of Santiago’s oldest surviving colonial buildings. Admire its distinctive architecture and learn about its history and cultural significance as part of the city’s heritage.
15 minutes here
Cerro San Cristobal
Visit Cerro San Cristóbal, one of Santiago’s most iconic landmarks, with the route passing through the colorful Bellavista neighborhood. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains, with time to take in the scenery and capture memorable photos. Funicular and cable car tickets are optional and not included in the tour price.
55 minutes here
Barrio El Golf
Discover Santiago’s modern side in El Golf and the area popularly known as “Sanhattan.” Admire its impressive skyline, contemporary architecture and iconic skyscrapers while your guide shares how this area became one of the city’s most important financial and commercial districts.
20 minutes here
Parque Bicentenario
Enjoy a relaxing stop at Parque Bicentenario, one of Santiago’s most beautiful urban parks. Walk through its green spaces, enjoy views of the city and surrounding mountains, and discover a quieter side of Santiago in the heart of Vitacura.
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- VH Chile Tour
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $68 to $85
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santiago.
How much does Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights cost?
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Prices start at $68 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santiago usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santiago is not rushed.
Is Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Santiago, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santiago can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santiago and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santiago within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santiago?
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On Outty we rank every Santiago experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Maipo Valley Wine Region: 4 Wineries, Tastings & Foodie Tour, Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting, Tour to Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Pablo Neruda Museum and Vineyard. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santiago?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santiago?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights?
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Included: Bottled water on board; Driver-guide service in English, Spanish or Portuguese; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Lunch and personal food expenses; Souvenirs, snacks, personal expenses; Tips (gratuities) – Not included but appreciated; and Funicular and cable car tickets at Cerro San Cristóbal (optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 50 listed pickup locations in and around Santiago. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights offered in?
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It is offered in Portuguese, English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Santiago City Tour Historic and Modern Highlights if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
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