Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago
Overview
Available languages
35 minutes
Mobile ticket
On this tour you will tour the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago and through extensive stairs, you will be able to climb the bell tower and then up to an incredible viewpoint, located at the top of the temple. From here, you will have the best view of the historic center of Santiago, with an incredible panoramic view of the Plaza de Armas and the buildings around it, such as the Municipality of Santiago, the Chilean Post Office, the National Historical Museum, among others.
The history of the Metropolitan Cathedral dates back to 1745 when the construction of the current temple began, which is the fifth church built in this place, in front of the Plaza de Armas. It was finally consecrated in 1775, and a few years later the Italian architect Joaquín Toesca was in charge of the construction of the façade that is seen today. The Cathedral was declared a Historical Monument of Chile on July 6, 1951.
Exclusive tour for people over 12 years old.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
Metropolitan Cathedral Meeting place and starting point of the tour (Plaza de Armas #498)
Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
Monument to the Heroes of the Conception First attraction of the tour, in memory of the heroes who fought in the Battle of La Concepción in 1882.asdf
What‘s Included
Bilingual guide (Spanish - English)
Access to the bell tower of the Metropolitan Cathedral
Options
Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago
Reviews
516 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect!!
natalierA1512KY,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was beautiful!!!!! I was greatly surprised, the guide was very attentive and explained everything very clearly, we loved her!!
Very nice experience
V2388TIleticiar,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brandon excellent guide, very clear and friendly. You can see that he handles the story and shares it in a very pleasant way. I recommend it. Thank you.
Wonderful.
E6996SFvanesam,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour, very friendly
Campanario Tour
S1991XUpriscilam,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful tour, guided by Janis, very nice experience
Excellent, very entertaining
I5719OAnelsonr,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you, Janis. Very friendly and knew a lot
highly recommended
angelsK8290PE,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very well guided, informative and with kittens :]
Millanti is a cracj
fernandohX351UT,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very entertaining! I recommend it:)
Cathedral de Santiago
luisbY7413XT,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super interesting tour with Millanti :)
Excellent experience.
danieleP8502KY,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00In charge of the tour was Millanti Padilla, very friendly and professional. Delivers clear and useful information about the history of the place.
Excellent and enriching experience
F7093YHnataliec,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spectacular, we were guided by Millanti, super attentive and concerned her, very good at telling the story, very happy and satisfied with the attention, I learned a lot
From US$11.00
Want a private experience? Upgrade to a private tour
Related Experiences
Operated by Turistik