Private Tour
Private Santiago City Tour with Cable Car
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the best of Chile’s capital on this private Santiago city tour, combining history, culture, nature, and modern life — all at your pace with a dedicated guide.
Start with hotel pickup in a private vehicle and explore Santiago’s historic downtown: La Moneda Palace, Plaza de Armas, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Then, visit the artistic neighborhoods of Lastarria and Bellavista, full of murals and local charm.
Ride the cable car up Cerro San Cristóbal for breathtaking city and Andes views. Visit the Virgin Mary statue and descend by funicular through lush greenery.
The tour also includes a drive through Santiago’s upscale districts — Providencia, Las Condes, and Vitacura — and a relaxing walk in Bicentenario Park, a local favorite.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
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
Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda
Discover the Plaza de la Ciudadanía, a dynamic public square in Santiago, Chile, that holds immense historical and cultural significance. At the heart of the plaza stands the iconic Palacio La Moneda, the Presidential Palace of Chile. This impressive neoclassical building serves as the seat of the country's government and a symbol of national pride. As you stroll through the Plaza de la Ciudadanía, you'll feel the vibrant energy of the surroundings. The plaza is often a gathering place for political events, protests, and celebrations, reflecting the democratic spirit of the Chilean people. Take a moment to admire the architectural elegance of Palacio La Moneda, its grand facade and immaculate gardens adding to its allure. Inside the palace, you can explore the Centro Cultural Palacio La Moneda, a cultural center that houses engaging exhibitions, art installations, and multimedia displays, offering a deeper understanding of Chilean history, art, and culture.
Palacio de Tribunales de Justicia
Behold the grandeur of the Palace of the Courts of Justice in Santiago de Chile, a distinguished structure that accommodates the esteemed Supreme Court of Justice, the Court of Appeals of Santiago, and the Martial Court of the Army, Air Force, and Police. This architectural gem serves as a testament to the country's commitment to justice and the rule of law. Gaze upon its imposing facade and immerse yourself in the solemn atmosphere that emanates from this significant institution. The Palace of the Courts of Justice stands as a beacon of legal excellence and a vital pillar of Chile's judicial system.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Transport by modern air-conditioned minivan
Cable car and funicular tickets included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Small Group Santiago City Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nov 26 2025 Private Tour
L9056HPwalterc,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My first time in Santiago and this tour is awesome. The excellent tour guide Alessandro was very knowledge and made the day very interesting. His knowledge of the sites was Amazing. Highly recommend this tour
Tour of Santiago
S-Man283,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enjoyed seeing highlights in city and park and mountains in Santiago area. Received interesting historical background
Wonderful city tour with accommodations made for mobility issues
The D,,Mar 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My father and I had a great city tour after being picked up at the port in San Antonio. There was some confusion about pick up when the tour was booked but the operator, Chile Vive, worked it out very well with us through phone and WhatsApp. We had a driver, Juan, and a guide, Marko, who were both enthusiastic and also accommodating to my dad’s mobility issues. When we got out of the van to walk to sights, Marko stayed with us giving us information and assistance while Juan either parked or drove to the best place to pick us up. We enjoyed seeing so much of the city before being dropped off at the airport.
1 1/2 day tour of Santiago and the country side
ReneB960,,Nov 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our 1 1/2 day tour of Santiago City and of the country side were excellent. During the 1/2 day City tour, our guide and driver Julio took us to all the main buildings and sights: the Cathedral, the old Parliament, the Post Office, Cerro Santa Lucia, Bellavista , and many more. The next day, Julio drove us north of Santiago to the fascinating and welcoming Quintessence Alpaca farm. On the way back to Santiago, we enjoyed a fantastic view of the Andes and of the Aconcagua, After lunch in the Fish Market , we had a further tour of Santiago and the day ended up with a visit to a winery. During these two days, our guide Julio was always extremely pleasant, smiling and most helpful , providing us with clear explanations and suggestions as needed. As for the organisation from France of these tours, and during the tours, we had much cooperation , and always positive and timely responses and proposals from Claudia. Overall an exciting and excellent experience ...
A must do introduction to Santiago
lizgoulard,,Jun 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our host Julio was fantastic! He showed us all of the highlights of Santiago. He was knowledgeable about Chilean history, culture, and traditions. The tour was a combination of driving and walking through picturesque and historical sites. I highly recommend this tour!
GREAT INSIGHT INTO THE HISTORY OF SANTIAGO
jeffreyw918,,Jun 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Julio was a fantastic guide and driver - polite and professional and fluent in English. He shared his passion for Santiago in a fun and entertaining way !
OMG BEST tour EVER!!
carigarcia,,Mar 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the start of the tour til the end of the tour everything was superb! Christian our tour guy was excellent, knowledgeable & funny. He made the trip exciting. The group was also a lot of fun. Luis the bus driver got us there safe. I love the way he made sure that we were safe & that the bus was kept clean (which is very important to me). I recommend this tour 1000%
great tour of Santiago
juliebL8695RR,,Feb 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00my wife and i did the tour of Santiago. It was just the two of us, our guide and a driver. We walked a lot and that was a great way to see the sites. The driver would move us to the next location where we would get out and tour some more. It was really well organized. Our guide was knowledgeable and knew the history of the area and Chile. We always start a holiday in a new region with a tour and this one was excellent.
Fun, informative, great guide
Carrie S,,Dec 23, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Julio was a pleasure: informative, fun, well organized. Enjoyed the morning city tour so much, everyone in the group stayed on for the winery in the afternoon. He took good care of us.
Your could not choose a better tour in Santiago!
M9438UIedwardl,,Oct 20, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Julio took us on a 5 hour tour, that was probably the best tour we have been on in our travels around the world. His background as a translator and his depth of knowledge on a wide variety of subjects covering Chilean history, culture and customs was superb. You could immediately tell how much he loved his job. He was a valuable source of knowledge to advise us on other attractions worth seeing in the city that are not covered by this tour specifically. Part of the tour involved some waking in the downtown area where streets are closed to traffic. Having a knee problem he saw this was a challenge. To minimize the discomfort we would leave us at pick locations and went to retrieve the car and meet us!! Very few guides will do this and make the effort! I would give this tour six stars if I could! If you want to understand the city and how it functions this is the only type to take! Thanks so much for the great memories!
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