Top Santiago Public Transportation Tours

Turn your layover into an unforgettable day with our exclusive Santiago city tour. Designed for travelers with a stopover, this private experience lets you discover the highlights of Chile’s capital in just a few hours. You’ll be picked up by private vehicle directly at the airport and welcomed by a friendly, passionate and knowledgeable local guide. The experience is mostly done on foot, as we believe walking is the best way to truly discover Santiago. You’ll see the colorful streets of Barrio Bellavista, soak up the lively atmosphere at Baquedano Square, visit the civic center, and enjoy the views of the Andes Mountains. Along the way, we’ll stop for a tasty snack to keep you energized while exploring. The tour duration depends on your stopover time and is fully flexible. If you prefer less walking or a slower pace, we are happy to adapt the itinerary and use the vehicle more. At the end of the tour, we’ll drop you back at the airport for a smooth continuation of your journey :)

Santiago de Chile is emerging as a key player helping to shape the world today. Learn to navigate this cosmopolitan capital wrapped in a colonial skin and discover its unique charm with help from a local guide. Get both your bearings and the inside scoop on local culture on this full-day tour of the city's highlights.

Explore two of Chile's coastal gems in just one day on this private tour of Valparaíso and Viña del Mar from Santiago. Avoid the hassle of public transportation and dodge the crowds of big group tours with this personalized experience. In the company of just your chosen travel companions and a guide, discover the colorful neighborhoods of Valparaíso and the natural attractions that earn Viña its moniker of the "Garden City."

Revel in the vibrant color and culture of Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar on a full-day tour of the coastal cities from Santiago. Travel through Chile’s spectacular countryside, stopping in the picturesque Casablanca Valley to taste Chilean wine, and then arrive in the verdant city of Viña del Mar. Admire the gorgeous beach and revitalize with a delicious seaside lunch (at your own expense), and then take a tour of Valparaiso’s kaleidoscopic sprawl of houses and hills. Capture photographs of street art and hear of the city’s interesting history before returning to Santiago by luxury coach.

Discover Santiago like a local on this immersive walking tour that blends history, culture, and scenic views. Explore iconic landmarks such as Plaza de Armas, La Moneda Presidential Palace, and Cerro Santa Lucía, as your guide shares fascinating stories from the city’s past and present. Wander through the charming streets of Barrio Lastarria and the European-inspired Barrio París-Londres, filled with art, architecture, and local flavor. The tour also includes a visit to Cerro San Cristóbal, the highest point in Santiago’s Metropolitan Park. Ride the funicular, cable car, or shuttle to the summit and enjoy breathtaking views of the city and the Andes Mountains. Along the way, you’ll experience Santiago’s vibrant street life and may even try a traditional Chilean snack like mote con huesillo. This walking tour is the perfect way to connect with Santiago’s soul—ideal for first-time visitors and curious travelers alike. Comfortable shoes and a spirit of adventure are all you need!

Explore Santiago on a private vehicle tour that introduces you to some of the city's main sights. Pass by a variety of landmarks, see colonial architecture, and visit Mercado Central. When booking, you have the option to select a morning or afternoon departure time, plus choose to visit either Santa Lucia Hill (Cerro Santa Lucia), San Cristobal Hill (Cerro San Cristobal), or both.

Discover a different side to Santiago’s history and culture with this queer-focused walking tour around the city center. Alongside a small group and your guide, cover the main landmarks while also hearing personal insights and stories of Chile’s journey to equality—something you won’t find in any guidebook. Enjoy a safe space to learn and be yourself with this unique tour.

Get acquainted with the treasured landmarks of the Chilean capital on a small-group tour of Santiago by luxury coach. Get an introduction to Santiago as you visit landmarks such as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago, Cerro Santa Lucia, and La Moneda Palace. Absorb the bohemian charm of Bellavista neighborhood and opt to explore the city’s financial district, nicknamed ‘Sanhattan’, due to its plethora of skyscrapers.

Discover Chile’s capital through the eyes of a local on this custom-made Lokafy walking tour. Skip the typical guided tour and instead connect with a Santiago local who will show you around their city like a friend and introduce you to the neighborhoods that they know and love. Along the way, gain an insight into Chilean culture, cuisine, and everyday life; find out how to get around in the city; and receive recommendations on where to eat, drink, and shop.

Explore Santiago's historic heart with a multi-lingual guide to lead the way on this tour of the city. Your guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to see major attractions including La Moneda, the Plaza de Armas and the adjacent Cathedral, and the Cerro San Cristobal.

Santiago is a sprawling city, making it difficult to find your way around alone—especially if you have limited time to see the highlights. This private tour takes you to Santiago's most-important landmarks, including Plaza de Armas, La Moneda Palace, and Santa Lucía Hill, with a local guide who provides context that you might otherwise miss.

Discover Santiago from the inside, as do those who live it every day. This experience begins with the meeting at your hotel and starts an authentic and local tour. More than a tour, it is an invitation to connect with the city, its people and its daily pace. We will move on foot and by Metro or public transport, integrating into the real life of Santiago. This allows us to get away from traditional tourist circuits and discover unique corners and stories. The tour may optionally include a visit to La Vega Central, one of the most vibrant markets in the capital, where colors, aromas and flavors reflect the Chilean essence. We will continue exploring the historic center, walking along heritage streets and admiring buildings that tell the story of the city. This is a 100% personalized experience, adaptable to your interests and pace. Our commitment is to provide you with a high-level service so that you can experience Santiago authentically and memorably.

Discover Santiago on a small-group walking tour blending history, culture, and food. Visit landmarks like La Moneda, Plaza de Armas, and Santa Lucía Hill, then step off the tourist trail into markets, hidden streets, and Chilean flavours. Led by a local guide, uncover the stories that shaped Chile’s past and present while exploring the city’s historic heart. Experience Santiago’s food culture with stops at Mercado Central. Enjoy bites like empanadas or completos, coffee, and local beer. Explore neighborhoods and hidden corners, leaving with a deeper connection to the city. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour combines sightseeing, storytelling, and food into one unforgettable experience. ✔ Ideal for first-time visitors ✔ Small-group or private experiences only ✔ Visit La Moneda, Plaza de Armas & Santa Lucía Hill ✔ Authentic food tastings (empanadas, completos, coffee & beer) ✔ Explore Mercado Central and local neighbourhoods ✔ Led by an English-speaking guide

Discover the political, cultural, economic heart of Chilean culture with this comprehensive small-group tour around Santiago. Marvel at the city's impressive architecture at sites like the elegant Club Hípico de Santiago (Equestrian Club), see the seat of Chilean power at La Moneda, and check out the city’s trendy side at hip eateries and boutiques of the Bellavista area before finishing at the Central Market, plus much more.

Unlike traditional tours, we start by taking the metro, like a true Sant'Aguin, so you can live the city from within, in the center of Santiago we will visit the Mint Palace, Museums and the emblematic Plaza de Armas, all this on a walking tour. Then we will leave for lunch in a Chilean restaurant where you can choose from a variety of typical dishes. Throughout the tour, you will immerse yourself in the history of Chile in a unique way, with a deep focus on the events and characters that have shaped the country. This tour is the perfect blend of Chilean history, culture and everyday life, offering an experience that goes beyond conventional tours.

Explore the historic streets of Santiago, and learn about the city’s unique cultural melting pot while snapping photos of elaborate buildings and the historic center of Plaza de Armas. Hear from your guide about the rich history of Santiago, and travel up to Santa Lucia Hill for a stroll around the parks and gardens, and panoramic views of the city.

A four hour tour featuring the main landmarks of this emblematic city, understanding and apreciating its geography, history, culture and idiosincracy. We will discover Santiago's location on the footsteps of the Andes Range, its pre hispanic roots, its role in colonial times, how it reached its independence and the way it is developing as a modern and multicultural nation. We will learn about the men and women that have shaped its destiny and experience the colors and flavours that converge in this unique capital city and give it its unique, captivating and universal character. This walking tour will include the excellent public transport experience we enjoy in Santiago, preferably the subway. Starting after 9 am ensures confortable non rush hour levels of occupation in a safe, modern and efficient transit system.

Are you spending more than one day in Santiago? Make the most of your stay with our private two-day experience and discover the remarkable diversity of Chile’s capital. On the first day, explore Santiago’s historic center and traditional neighborhoods on foot, discovering its architecture, markets, local life, history and cultural identity. On the second day, travel by private vehicle to the city’s modern districts and other highlights that are easier to reach by car, including contemporary neighborhoods, green spaces like bicentenary park, panoramic viewpoints from bahai temple and unique cultural sites. On the second day, you will have the option to add the visit to a boutique winery in the Maipo Valley. Experience both the old and the new Santiago, uncover local traditions and hidden corners, and discover the city from a truly local perspective. Let us show you Santiago beyond the usual tourist highlights and help you understand what makes Chile’s capital so diverse and unique.