Things to do in Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan Region: The Best Cultural Tours

December 19, 2021 Flossie Demartino

Santiago is one of those metropolitan joys where the more you look, the more you find. Funky cafes and dance clubs dot Bellavista, Forest Park art collections range from pre-Columbian to contemporary, and architecture runs the gamut from the 16th-century San Francisco Church to mirrored office towers. Shop with the locals at Mall Panora¡mico and give your palate meals to remember with hearty Chilean fare.
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1. Small-Group Tour at Matetic Vineyard in Rosario Valley from Santiago

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The visit begins at the wine cellar reception. Travelers are greeted by a bilingual guide who will invite them on a visit. This is the perfect place to learn all about the vineyard's history, the organic and bio-dynamic agriculture and the process of wine making, while enjoying panoramic views of the vineyards. The tank rooms, the beautiful and peaceful aging room and the architecture of the winery will be highlights of their visit. The tour ends with a wine tasting, either in the underground tasting room or in the outdoor terrace overlooking the vineyards. This service can be on shared transportation with a maximum group of 7 persons per vehicle. Yes, we do have face masks. We ask tour participants to please bring their own masks, ideally reusable. As we are an ecological company we prefer not to have to use disposable masks to avoid contamination.

Inclusions: Wine-tasting, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Tour with a maximum of 8 people per vehicle (no time lost on many pickups and better communication with tour guide)

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By 27larryh

I highly recommend this operator for their honesty, communication and integrity. They went above and beyond to help us in a time of need. We are very appreciative of all they did to help us. Thank you.

2. Private Walking Tour through Santiago de Chile

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In the company of one of our guides, you will depart from your hotel and will be mobilized in the public transport  of Santiago (in subway)  and also walking . You will start knowing Government Palace (La Moneda), Plaza de Armas, Santa Lucia Hill, Barrio Bellavista and Mercado Central, where you will have lunch (included in the tour). With tastings of some of the most typical preparations of Chile such as the famous Mote con Huesillos and at the end of the tour, your guide will give you a good Chilean wine as a present. This tour also allows you to tour Santiago according to your interests.

Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottle of chilean wine, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By talk2edith2

Excellent experience with a very knowledgeable tourguide with perfect English! He was very accommodating as well. Covered just about everything on this full day tour. Chilevive tours were booked via Viator tours. Highly recommended!!

3. Full Day Trip to Isla Negra, Algarrobo & Pomaire from Santiago - Small Group

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Enjoy a beautiful day on the coast of Chile on this 10-hour tour with a guide who will accompany you throughout the trip. Discover one of the most beautiful houses of Pablo Neruda, the famous Chilean poet Nobel Prize of Literature. Learn about the history of this character and his travels around the world. Stroll along the beaches of Algarrobo and breathe the fresh coastal air of this region. Visit the picturesque village of Pomaire, home to many artisans who preserve the old local pottery culture. Try the exquisite local cuisine and its famous empanadas of different flavors, sizes and condiments!

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By 689leilab

We were looking forward to this tour and visiting Valparaíso and Viña del Mar. Tour guide arrived 1/3 late because of ‘traffic’. When we got on the bus only two single seats available. The old bus was too crowded with 15 people on board. The seats were fit for children, not adults. Patched up sun roof held together with tape. One person had to sit between the driver and tour guide! Very uncomfortable. We stopped at a roadside tourist wine tasting/cafeteria/gift store for 1/2 hr. This was 20 min into the trip. The tour of Valparaíso was good as we walked a lot of streets. We were taken to two places in Viña del Mar. One a little garden as you drive into town and the second a statue from Easter Island. We were dropped off at a restaurant for 1-1/2 hrs and then waited another 20 min for the driver and tour operator to return. Way too long and a waste of time for lunch (at our expense).

4. Patrimonial Tour Valparaiso and Viña del Mar

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The Tour to Valparaiso and Viña del Mar is an unforgettable tour, not only for its beautiful buildings and landscapes admired from the centennial hills, but also for its history and anecdotes that have made these two cities, some of the most important in Chile. .

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By FellowTraveler811453

We were a party of 5 from Canada and booked a full day excursion of Cajon del Maipo from Santiago. We were picked up from our Airbnb early in the morning and started our day. It was a bit of a ride and our bus was a bit cramped; however we were able to admire the beautiful scene along the way. Upon reaching, we were given some time to enjoy the hot springs; it was an awesome experience in the hot springs, surrounded by the towering mountains. After our rejuvenating dip in the hot springs, we started our return drive to Santiago. On the way, we stopped by for a picnic provided by our friendly driver and guide George. We enjoyed the snacks, juice and wine provided. All in all, besides the car being crammed and uncomfortable, it was a rewarding experience. We left with pleasant memories.

5. Santiago Center Private Custom Walking Tour

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The tour is only for you (small group) and nobody else The Tour begin from the address passengers by Uber/Taxi to Santiago Center City, where we start walking tour visit the highlights City. We going to visit the surrounding area of Constitution Square, Goverment Palace (La Moneda). Citizenship Square Then we going to Santiago Square where you be able to know the several building, Catholic Cathedral, Municipal Building and several building among antique and modern architecture. Then we going to Santa Lucia Hill, Forestal Park, Bellavista neighborhood for get to lunch. Then we going to Metropolitan Park San Cristobal Hill by funicular get to the summit, where you can see everything Santiago. Then we came back to down by funicular and by Uber/Taxi we going to hotel o address of passengers MINIMUM TRAVELLERS PER BOOKING TWO (2) PASSENGER (01 couple)

Inclusions: TYPICAL CHILEAN FOOD OR SEA FOOD, SNACK (WATER, FRUIT), Private transportation

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Reviewed By xenorealm

We had a pleasure of Waldo being our tour guide driving and showing us around Valparaiso. We had 2 children that are still young, so flexibility of the schedule is a must and Waldo is very flexible and intuitive of our needs. He even prepared desserts, drinks, fruits, you name it, he brought them with him so we have a pleasant day through out the day, as most of the restaurants is still closed during Phase 2. He even brought our bags along and carried them securely,to prevent robbery. Thank you Waldo for being very patient with us and waited until we had great photo for our Instagrams. We really recommend him!

6. Laguna del Inca

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Transfer to the legendary Laguna del Inca, where you can experience a special moment in the wonderful Andes Mountains, near Santiago. It is located in a historic area for the independence of Chile in the Aconcagua Valley and very close to the Argentine border and the emblematic ski resort of Portillo. On the way there is an important agricultural area and a great wine production thanks to its climate, the glacial river and its land. We are a company of young professionals in the field of tourism, all our guides are enthusiastic and eager to deliver their knowledge We have one of the best routes through the Aconcagua Valley, created by ourselves. Custom tours, according to the preferences of the passengers. Minimum 2 passengers

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water, Wine Tour

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By bigglesedwards

There was chaos in arrivals & we were approached by an official looking chap who had all the correct id, had our name on his list & knew which hotel we were transferring to; there were 3 'assisting' us - they had a very smart mini bus. They insisted we had to pay a "road poll charge". To cut a long story short - they got our debit card & withdrew two lots of £200 from our account. With the help of the lovely staff at the Intercontinental Hotel we managed to put a stop on our card pretty quickly. Our Bank was not surprised at what happened - they said Santiago Airport is notorious for this type of activity. So be very sure your taxi or transfer is official - be vigilant to the point of rudeness if necessary!

7. Santiago city tour in small groups

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In our City tour of Santiago de Chile you will understand how history and time speak through the city and the ways it receives. Therefore, we will start by Cerro Santa Lucía and the Plaza de Armas, so that the childhood of colonial Chilean Santiago can say its first words. These, in turn, will later become a Republican corner in the monumental Palacio de la Moneda. You will continue to follow the steps of history when you discover how Santiago de Chile becomes its inhabitants in the traditional Paris-London neighborhood and the delightful architecture of the Museo de Bellas Artes, ending in iconic places of progress and cultural mix of the capital: El Barrio Sanhattan and the Bicentennial Park. You will be visiting Santiago de Chile for four hours and in this period you will be able to see, feel and breathe the whole history of the city, from its infancy to modern times, and how life in this city changes over time and space.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Groups of up to 07 passengers per vehicle, One postcard per passenger, Tour guide in the hired language

Exclusions: Anything not previously mentioned, Lunch

8. Full Day Valle Nevado y Farellones

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In this tour you can enjoy an incomparable view, beautiful landscapes, Chilean fauna and also a small class of History and Geography of Chile. Our guides are flexible, empathetic, proactive and speak several languages, so we can easily communicate to deliver information and meet the needs and concerns of our travelers. We have a personalized service in a new, safe and comfortable van with a maximum capacity for 8 passengers, Merdeces Benz brand. We offer a free photography service, which we send by email after the tour.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Semiprofessional Photography, Maximum 8 travelers

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Reviewed By Rachael L

Carla and Brian were amazing guides and provided informed and entertaining commentary for our trip out to Valparaiso and Vina Del Mar. Communication prior to hotel pick up was great and we had a relaxing time walking the cobble-stoned streets of Valparaiso learning the history and taking in the street art. We had lunch at Vina Del Mar with local beers and Pisco sour cocktails!! Highly recommend this tour or any other tour with Discover Santiago- we would have like to have ventured into the mountains, however, COVID-19 had other plans for us and we had to return to Australia following the cancellation of our holiday.

9. San Antonio Port Cruise Tour to Valparaiso & Casablanca Valley from San Antonio

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This tour is the best opportunity to experience the beauty of Chile and makes worth your time and economy. Board a coach destined for the coastal towns of Valparaiso and Viña del Mar. In Valparaiso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, embark on a panoramic tour of the port and Plaza Sotomayor (Sotomayor Square). Then, ascend to the summit of the Concepción and Alegre hills by traditional elevators. Break for lunch and enjoy Chilean cuisine at your own expense. The other stop is Viña del Mar, known as the Garden City for its plethora of greenery. Visit coast line, a real easter Island moai, flower clock before traveling to your final stop, the Casablanca Valley. Here, you can sample wines at Indomita or Veramonte vineyard before your drop off to Santiago airport or hotel in the early evening.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Wine tasting of 3 wines in Casablanca valley., Vintage Funicular ride in Valparaiso, Small groups, Airport or hotel drop off., Professional tour guide native language level so you don't going to miss any detail, Luggages Transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By Macie B

What a great experience! This was no doubt the highlight of my trip to Chile. Emanuel and Daniel were extremely educated and you can tell they love what they do. Lunch was amazing, views were breathtaking, and wine (grapes) was delicious. Book this tour you will not regret it. *want to make note that they ensured COVID safety protocol*

10. Valparaiso and Viña del Mar full day

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An excellent visit to the city of Valparaiso and its hills full of colors and history, enjoying the best view of the city and the warm weather to end in the coastal area of Viña del Mar with your feet in the sand and the sea breeze of the Pacific Ocean.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By jakobp709

The guide gave a pleasant tour full of interesting facts and anecdotes about this city -today and through the ages

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