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Private Santiago City Tour with Cable Car

4.745 reviewsLa Moneda Palace (Palacio de la Moneda)

  • 5 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Discover Santiago on a thoughtfully curated private city tour that combines history, local culture, green spaces, and contemporary life at a relaxed pace. After hotel pickup, explore Santiago's historic center, including La Moneda Palace, the underground La Moneda Cultural Center, Plaza de Armas, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Continue through the creative neighborhoods of Lastarria and Barrio Italia, where independent cafés, local design, and artistic character reveal another side of the city. Ride the cable car to Cerro San Cristóbal for panoramic views of Santiago framed by the Andes Mountains. The experience also includes a drive through the elegant districts of Providencia and Vitacura, followed by a peaceful walk through Bicentenario Park. Fully private and flexible, this Santiago city tour is ideal for travelers seeking a more authentic and personalized introduction to Chile's capital.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Transport in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Round-trip cable car ticket to Cerro San Cristóbal
  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel/Airbnb pickup and drop-off in selected areas
  • Private tour experience

What's not

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Opcional

Itinerary

  1. Home to La Moneda Palace, Chile's presidential seat, Plaza de la Ciudadanía is one of Santiago's most important civic spaces. Beneath the square lies the Centro Cultural La Moneda, a renowned cultural venue featuring rotating exhibitions that highlight Chilean and international art, history, and design, offering a deeper perspective on the country's contemporary identity.

    45 min

  2. One of Santiago's most elegant civic buildings, the Palace of the Courts of Justice has housed Chile's highest judicial institutions since the early 20th century. Its imposing neoclassical architecture reflects the country's institutional heritage and remains a prominent landmark in the historic center.

    Passes by

  3. Santiago's historic main square and the city's founding site, surrounded by landmarks such as the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Municipality of Santiago. Today, Plaza de Armas remains a vibrant gathering place where Chile's colonial heritage and contemporary city life converge.

    45 min

  4. Located on Plaza de Armas, the Metropolitan Cathedral is one of Santiago's most significant landmarks. Its elegant neoclassical architecture and richly decorated interior offer insight into Chile's religious traditions and colonial heritage.

    20 min

  5. Barrio Italia is an older residential neighborhood known for its restored houses and interior courtyards. These spaces now host small design shops, local cafes, and artisan workshops. It is also an area where traditional antique restorers still work on the streets. We will stop here for about 30 minutes to walk around and explore the area, always accompanied by our guide.

    30 min

  6. Barrio Lastarria is a historic neighborhood in downtown Santiago with European-style architecture, cobblestone streets, and cultural spaces. The area has cafes, small art galleries, and street markets with books or crafts. Our guide will walk with you for about 30 minutes to show you the neighborhood's highlights.

    30 min

  7. One of Santiago's most elegant neighborhoods, Vitacura is known for its tree-lined avenues, contemporary architecture, acclaimed restaurants, art galleries, and beautifully maintained green spaces.

    Passes by

  8. One of Santiago’s most beloved urban parks, featuring landscaped gardens, tranquil lagoons, and walking paths that offer a peaceful contrast to the city’s vibrant pace.

    20 min

  9. An elegant neighborhood where leafy streets, local cafés, and contemporary city life come together to showcase Santiago’s modern character.

    Passes by

  10. Cerro San Cristóbal is a prominent hill located inside the Metropolitan Park. On this tour, you will take a cable car (teleférico) ride to the top, which offers panoramic views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains. At the summit, you can see the Virgin Mary statue, walk through the gardens, and visit the different lookout points. After exploring the area, we will take the cable car back down to continue our route.

    1 hAdmission included

  11. Most modern performing arts cultural center in the country

    Passes by

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
ChileViveTours
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • ¿Es necesario tener un buen estado físico? Se recomienda un nivel moderado de movilidad debido a las caminatas cortas y al uso del teleférico.
  • ¿El tour opera en todas las condiciones climáticas? Sí. Sin embargo, el funcionamiento del teleférico está sujeto a mantenciones o condiciones climáticas adversas.
  • ¿Se requiere un número mínimo de participantes? No. Este es un tour privado.

How it compares in Santiago

  • Its from-price is 31% below the median of the 401 day trips we list in Santiago.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 58 of 401.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Santiago

Santiago, Chile's capital, sits in a broad valley beneath the snowy Andes, a city of hilltop parks, bohemian neighbourhoods and vineyards close by.

The Plaza de Armas, with its cathedral and grand old post office, is the historic heart, and the neoclassical La Moneda Palace stands a few blocks away. The Museum of Pre-Columbian Art holds treasures from across the Americas, and the Central Market serves seafood beneath a soaring iron roof.

Top-ranked sights in Santiago: Viña del Mar, Plaza de Armas, La Moneda Palace (Palacio de la Moneda).

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