Private Tour
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
To ensure a truly personalized experience, our tours are limited to small groups. For parties of 10 or more, we are happy make arrangements to maintain the same high-quality attention.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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
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Skyline Private Tour
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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.
Highly recommended
T3963WVclaudiav,,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Joaquin very knowledgeable and proud to tell us about the places and history of his country, accompanied us on this walking tour that was really fantastic. It has information of all kinds (architecture/culture/flora/history). Nice to hear you. He is very young for all the information he handles: a takeoff (as we say in Uruguay)
A view that few cities can offer
I8485XBnicolasb,,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00San Cristóbal Hill is immense. I never imagined that you could see almost all of Santiago from here. The panoramic view from the cable car is beautiful after a rain. If you're going in winter after a rain, in the morning or afternoon, I recommend dressing warmly, as it can be quite windy. Additionally, the cable car goes all the way to the statue of the Virgin, where you can appreciate another side of Santiago that isn't often seen. If you like taking panoramic photos, don't forget your camera, as your cell phone won't be able to keep up.
Amazing!
flaviafH1672AA,,May 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I just rode the cable car tour and had an amazing time! Our guide, Javiera, was fantastic - super knowledgeable and friendly. She really knew her stuff and made the tour so much fun. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a great experience. The views were stunning and Javiera's expertise added so much to the ride. Definitely worth checking out!
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