Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago
On this tour you will tour the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago and through extensive stairs, you will be able to climb the bell tower and then up to an incredible viewpoint, located at the top of the temple. From here, you will have the best view of the historic center of Santiago, with an incredible panoramic view of the Plaza de Armas and the buildings around it, such as the Municipality of Santiago, the Chilean Post Office, the National Historical Museum, among others. The history of the Metropolitan Cathedral dates back to 1745 when the construction of the current temple began, which is the fifth church built in this place, in front of the Plaza de Armas. It was finally consecrated in 1775, and a few years later the Italian architect Joaquín Toesca was in charge of the construction of the façade that is seen today. The Cathedral was declared a Historical Monument of Chile on July 6, 1951. Exclusive tour for people over 12 years old.
Santiago Half-Day Private City Tour Hotel Pick up & Food Sample
Get to know the Chilean capital on this 5-hour tour of Santiago by our expert in your language so you don't going to miss any detail of the chilean history, daily life in this interesting tour. Visit such landmarks as La Moneda, Cerro Santa Lucia, and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago. Also, explore the city's diverse neighborhoods, from the bohemian Barrio Bellavista to affluent El Golf with it's modern towers. This is the best option to know the city with good balance between walks and drive which will allow you to know interesting areas that are far from each other and not always are visit by the tours. Always with enough time to stop explore and take many pictures. After the tour you will feel very comfortable to go explore for yourself and enjoy the evening in your favourite neighborhood.
Enjoy this 4-hour tour of Chile's capital. Santiago is a dynamic, modern city where colonial mansions sit among soaring skyscrapers, where folk art becomes fashion and Latin and European cultures intertwine. The city is reinventing itself with arts, nightlife, and restaurant scenes that have never been better, making this thriving and sophisticated metropolis into the civic, cultural, and historical nucleus of the country.
Join this private 5-hour tour of Santiago takes you to explore the main attractions of the city, including a sociocultural look at downtown Santiago. See the governmental palace and Constitution Square linked to the years of the military coup. Visit the historic Plaza de Armas main square, where you're guide will explain the history and its significance. Explore the Central Market featuring various seafood and visit the Fine Arts Museum featuring a permanent exhibition of Chilean art. Take the cable car to San Cristobal hill and enjoy panoramic views. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure.
Take a 3-hour private guided walking tour of Santiago which introduces you the historical center of the city and surrounding neighborhoods. Get a glimpse of local life while strolling through the Bellavista neighborhood. Walk along Santiago's plazas, commercial center, markets and notable museums and stop by the La Piojera, one of the oldest bars in Santiago.
Chile's capital is a dynamic, modern city where colonial mansions sit among soaring skyscrapers, where folk art becomes fashion and Latin and European cultures intertwine. The city is reinventing itself, with arts, nightlife, and restaurant scenes that have never been better, making this thriving and sophisticated metropolis into the civic, cultural, and historical nucleus of the country. Join this 4-hour guided tour and discover what makes Santiago the cultural, political and financial center of Chile.