Santiago Skyline: Cable Cars & San Cristobal Private Adventure
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Discover Santiago from above on our Skyline Santiago: Explore San Cristóbal by Funicular & Cable Car tour! Start in vibrant Bellavista, home to colorful streets, bohemian nightlife, restaurants, and artisan shops. Ride the historic funicular to the summit of Cerro San Cristóbal, home to the towering Virgin of the Immaculate Conception statue and breathtaking city views. Visit the Sanctuary, explore green terraces, and sample traditional treats like mote con huesillos. Then soar across the sky on the cable car, gliding over parks, gardens, and Santiago’s modern skyline. Walk through the peaceful Pedro de Valdivia Norte neighborhood and admire outdoor sculptures before ending the tour near the historic Teatro Oriente. This 2.5-hour guided experience is perfect for travelers who want to mix panoramic views, nature, and local culture in one unforgettable Santiago adventure!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For parties looking for a private experience, we are happy make arrangements.
What To Expect
Plaza Baquedano (Plaza Italia)
Plaza Baquedano, also known as Plaza Italia, is a lively central square where important avenues like Providencia and Alameda meet. It’s a cultural hub, historically significant as a gathering point for protests and celebrations. Surrounded by vibrant parks and iconic statues, it marks the entry into Santiago's bustling heart, linking the city's old and modern districts.
Bellavista
Known for its bohemian vibe, Barrio Bellavista is Santiago’s lively nightlife and cultural hotspot. Wander its colorful streets lined with street art, restaurants, pubs, and boutique shops. Here, you’ll find a fusion of traditional Chilean charm and contemporary energy, perfect for discovering local cuisine and artsy shops. It’s also home to Pablo Neruda's La Chascona museum, adding literary history to this dynamic neighborhood.
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Skyline Private Adventure
What‘s Included
Stop for "Mote con Huesillo" a local chilean treat
Skip-the-line Funicular ride to the summit of San Cristóbal Hill
Insights into Santiago's evolution, culture, architecture, and modern scene
Certified Local Expert Guide (Portuguese/English/Spanish)
Cable car ride with panoramic views of Santiago
Visit to the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception Sanctuary
Fully narrated walking tour through Bellavista District & San Cristobal Hill
Photo stops at key locations throughout the tour
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect 2 hour tour!
angelawS6466OF,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed our time with Mani. He was so helpful and friendly. Loved the mote de huesillo! Liked seeing some of the original buildings and restaurants.
Santiago tour
jewarren76,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Manny was a great guide! He was engaging and kept the group interested - he also paced the trip well on a really hot day! Good way to get to see the city.
A quick 2-3 hour city tour
mythrid2,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience- Emmanuel was awesome. He was sweet, sincere and very friendly. He explained a whole lot about the city and facts and suggestions
Excellent knowledgeable guide!
Ashland B,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You will have a great time with your guide, Ben and you will learn a lot. Ben is kind, well spoken and helpful. We truly enjoyed and recommend this tour. Funicular and cable car were fun but the history lessons and all the additional information made it an outstanding tour ..it is well worth the time and money to choose this tour!
Private tour
Corinne R,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour! We had an awesome time with Estaban! Bring comfortable walking shoes.Highly recommend him to guide you. My sister and I had fun going to the famous park! Very knowledgeable of everything we asked him!
Walking Tour of San Cristobal Area
graylej2018,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour by Manny! We enjoyed the funicular and the cable car and everything in between! All the arrangements were easily made and Manny’s explanations were great. We were able to ask many questions and get a good understanding of this area of the city!
Amazing guide!
BLoke88,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Manny was amazing. He was insightful and brought us to beautiful areas of Santiago. He was able to introduce the different suburbs of Santiago when we were on the hill.
Lovely Afternoon Tour
samantharA9298HO,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great way to see some key Santiago highlights if you’re only here for a short time! It was great to experience the funicular and cable car in one afternoon. Emanuel was a fantastic guide - he created a lovely sense of community among our tour group and was very knowledgeable. Thank you Emanuel!
Santiago de Chile
54sebast,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good view, they are tourist cable cars that are on San Cristobal Hill. In some sections you have to queue, there are quite a lot of local and foreign tourists
Great sites with a positive personal perspective!
Discover44587224719,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Estephan was an excellent guide and representative of Santiago and Chile. He enthusiastically took us through key cultural and historical areas that included the San Cristobal. Estephan’s commentary included personal perspectives that helped to provide a real sense of what is like to live in Santiago. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone who is truely interested in seeing these sites and getting a feel for this amazing city.
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