Private Tour
Santiago city experience: Walking tour, Market visit, Lunch & Coffee included
Overview
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7 hours
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Enjoy a different private city tour of Santiago as you explore and visit the main cultural and tourist attractions by metro and bus.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Santiago
On this private walking tour, you will experience Santiago as a true "un Santiaguino" place, as you explore boutiques, food markets and various neighborhoods with your expert guide you will feel like a local. You will have a coffee with legs, you will see street food, stop to eat and have a drink at a local bar, immerse yourself in Chilean culture on the go.
La Moneda
The Palacio de La Moneda, commonly known as La Moneda, is the seat of the president of the Republic of Chile. It also houses the General Secretariat of the Presidency, and the General Secretariat of Government. It is located in the commune of Santiago, To the north is the Plaza de la Constitución and to the south, that of the Citizenship.
What‘s Included
All transport (bus or subway)
Lunch
Meals and drinks not specified
Tickets not specified
Gratuities
vehicle
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
"Criollo" Tour
A different santiago city tour, we will visit the main cultural and tourist attractions of Santiago by metro and bus. includes coffee, lunch at the market, street food and the famous St. Cristobal.
Pickup included
Reviews
25 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Santiago walking tour
Richard M,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We visited the old town of Santiago, cobbled stone streets and beautiful buildings. Continued on to the main modern area of downtown. Visited the Presidential Palace as well as the supreme courts. JP our tour guide was incredible, very knowledgeable on culture, history and politics as well as having a great sense of humor. He made our day extremely enjoyable and memorable. Finished the tour at the Central Market and enjoyed a wonderful local lunch.
Walking Tour of Santiago
Mark N,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great tour for first time visitors to Santiago. Jose was very accommodating and knows the city well. Definitely recommended.
Take this tour!
Patricia E,,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour! We had been in Santiago for a few days already, but Franco took us to important sites and neighborhoods we had not seen. Franco is a wonderful guide. He’s very knowledgeable about the City, and he’s very friendly and nice. I would recommend this tour to everyone.
Fantastic walking your tour to cover all the sites of Santiago
Angela K,,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely Brilliant Full-Day Walking Tour of Santiago with Jose as our private guide. If you're visiting Santiago and want to truly understand the heart and soul of the city, book a full-day walking tour with Jose — you won’t regret it! From the moment we met, Jose was warm, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. His passion for Santiago and Chilean history is infectious. He managed to bring the city to life with fascinating stories, local legends, and deep insights that went far beyond the surface. Whether it was history, politics, art, or daily life, Jose had a thoughtful perspective on it all. We explored major landmarks like Plaza de Armas, La Moneda Palace, Santa Lucía Hill, and the vibrant neighborhoods of Lastarria and Bellavista, all at a relaxed but well-paced rhythm. Jose also took us to some hidden gems that we never would’ve found on our own — charming side streets, quirky street art, local markets, and even a stop for a delicious empanada and a Pisco Sour (Chile's iconic summer drink) He tailored the experience perfectly to our interests and made it feel less like a tour and more like a day out with a very knowledgeable friend. He was also full of great tips for the rest of our trip — restaurants, museums, day trips, and even how to navigate the metro like a local. If you're looking to dive deep into Santiago's history, culture, and everyday life, Jose is the guide you want. Professional, personable, and passionate — simply brilliant! Highly recommended — this tour was a highlight of our trip to Chile!
Fantastic tour with Jose
LinAOma,,May 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible tour with Jose. I truly felt like I got to see so much of Santiago. Jose was very knowledgeable and really tailored the tour to meet exactly what I needed. I highly recommend.
Walking tour of Santiago
Pamela L,,Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent walking tour of Santiago. The tour guide, Franco S., sent me a text the day before the tour to confirm the meeting details (time, pick up at our hotel, etc.). The tour was from 9:30-4:30 p.m. which included a nice lunch at the Central Market. Franco's tour included riding the metro system, so it was a great introduction for us as we used the metro on our own on subsequent days. Would highly recommend the tour.
Great day in Santiago
Paradise38892945370,,Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was fantastic, covering many important parts of the city. Our guide Jose was very knowledgeable and funny. He was like a friend showing us beautiful Santiago.
Ricardo was a very...
Adriana V,,Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Ricardo was a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide and we saw a LOT of the key attractions and sites in Santiago. You do need to be fit for this walk especially on a hot day.
Great Tour guide Cristopher made our day!
dhchoo,,Feb 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Cristopher was excellent. He is very knowledgeable and fun. He took us around Santiago showing us highlights we wouldn't have noticed if we were on our own. He was a good photographer too. He took a lot of wonderful photos and videos for us. We went up to San Cristobal Hill on the cable car and came down with the Funicular. He took us to Chilean and Pre-Columbian Art Museum, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, Santiago Stock Exchange, etc. We had sampled Mote con huesillo, which is a traditional Chilean summer-time drink, a non-alcoholic beverage consisting of a sweet clear nectar-like liquid made with dried peaches (huesillo) cooked in sugar and cinammon and mixed with fresh cooked husked whea (mote). We also had a delicious lunch at Mercado Central. You can basically customize your tour to suit you. We enjoyed the trip very much. My only concern was that there was some kind of misunderstanding between Cristopher and the tour provider. This tour was listed as an approx. 7 hours tour. However, according to Cristopher, he was only told to guide a 4 hours tour. Cristopher was kind enough to spend a bit more of his time with us. Therefore, the tour provider Ruta Chile, please review your description. If this is not a 7 hour tour, do not list it as a 7 hour tour.
Our guide in Santiago was superb
Stephen B,,Feb 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jose Luis from Ruta Tours in Santiago was outstanding. He was knowlgable, amusing, socially informative and more of a traveling companion than a guide. We would reccomend Ruta Tours and Jose Luis to anyone visiting Santiago
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