“SANTIAGO DE CHILE CITY TOUR + CENTRAL MARKET” Tour
“SANTIAGO DE CHILE CITY TOUR + CENTRAL MARKET” Tour
SANTIAGO DE CHILE CITY TOUR + CENTRAL MARKET is an engaging and enriching experience that allows visitors to discover the history, culture, and vibrant daily life of Chile’s capital. This tour combines the city’s most iconic landmarks with one of its most traditional and lively gastronomic centers, offering a complete introduction to Santiago’s heritage and modern spirit. The city tour begins with an exploration of Santiago’s historic downtown, where the country’s political and cultural foundations were established. Visitors will discover emblematic sites such as Plaza de Armas, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and historic government buildings that reflect the city’s colonial past and republican evolution. As the tour continues, modern districts, elegant avenues, and panoramic viewpoints reveal Santiago’s dynamic character and its harmonious blend of tradition and contemporary life, all framed by the impressive Andes Mountains.
A highlight of the experience is the visit to the Central Market (Mercado Central), one of Santiago’s most iconic landmarks and a national heritage site. Famous for its lively atmosphere, iron architecture, and rich culinary traditions, the market is a showcase of Chilean gastronomy. Here, visitors can observe the daily trade of fresh seafood, fish, fruits, and local products, while learning about Chile’s strong connection to the Pacific Ocean and its coastal cuisine. The Central Market is also home to renowned restaurants where travelers may sample traditional dishes such as fresh ceviche, seafood soups, and classic Chilean specialties.
This combined tour offers the perfect balance between history, culture, and flavor. It provides valuable insight into Santiago’s past and present while immersing visitors in the rhythms of local life. Ideal for first-time visitors and those seeking an authentic city experience, the Santiago de Chile City Tour + Central Market is a must-do activity that captures the essence, diversity, and charm of Chile’s vibrant capital.
Itinerary
- During this panoramic excursion, we will explore the most emblematic areas of the city of Santiago. The tour begins with a visit to Plaza de Armas, the historical heart of the capital, followed by a brief walk through the surrounding downtown streets toward the iconic La Moneda Presidential Palace and the city’s traditional center.
- The journey continues with a scenic drive through some of Santiago’s most representative districts, including Bellavista, Providencia, and Las Condes, where modern urban life blends with culture and green spaces.
- The experience is complemented by a pleasant stop at Parque Bicentenario, one of the city’s most attractive parks, offering a relaxing environment and beautiful views to conclude this comprehensive city overview.
Includes
- Guide service in Spanish and English.
- Roundtrip Share transportation.
Does not include
- Tips and gratuities.
- Professional guide in French, German, Italian, and Portuguese. If you would like a guide in these languages, please request one in advance and pay an extra fee, subject to availability.
- Other services not described in the program.
Notes:
- OPERATION: Departure every day.
- Departure from the hotel at approximately 7:40 a.m. with expected return at 11:40 a.m.to hotel.
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and shoes appropriate for outdoor activities and windy weather, a hat or cap, sunscreen, sunglasses, a photographic camera, and binoculars.
- We recommend bringing bottles of mineral water and energy snacks.
More Information
- 4 hrs aprox
- 07:40 hrs
- Tour guide included
- Family friendly
- Offered inSpanish, English, and Portuguese
Options and Availability
Collective tour
Collective tour with specialized guide service in several languages and the services described in the program. The best price.Policies and Conditions
- Ratebook are express in US Dollars (USD) and may be changed without prior notice.
- Services and programs may be changed or cancelled in its execution, sequence and contents; in order to offer a better service, or due to extreme conditions or majeure force reasons.
- This tour operates without a minimum number of passengers, Holiplus will reconfirm 48 hours before departure. If the supplier decides to cancel, for reasons of force majeure or adverse weather conditions, Holiplus will offer an alternative tour or fully refund the cost of your trip.
- The shared excursion service operates with a minimum of 4 passengers.
- This tour will not run on the following dates: December 25 to January 1.
- The client must be aware that that modifications in the original booking may generate changes on the final quotation.
- In general, museums in Chile are closed on Mondays.
- SIB: Transfer and excursion services shared with other passengers.
- Holiplus will try to avoid cancellation charges, the client must accept expenses incurred and charges established by the supplier, which may add be up to 100% of the original.
- No show policy: 24 hours before the start of the tour: 100%.
DOCUMENTATION:
- It is the responsibility of each passenger to carry the relevant documents for the proper completion of their trip.
- Passengers must be informed and prepared to comply with visa, vaccination, and other regulations specific to the countries they are visiting.
- Therefore, passengers must bear the costs incurred due to non-compliance or misinformation regarding entry and mobility regulations within the different countries they are traveling to. In the case of Chilean and foreign passengers, they must present their foreign documentation, otherwise, VAT corresponding to 19% of the fare will be charged directly to the passenger.
CANCELLATION AND NO-SHOW POLICY:
Cancellation conditions and processing fees:
- Up to 33 days before the start of the tour: 0% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour + USD 15 processing fee
- 32-15 days before the start of the tour: 30% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour.
- 14–10 days before the start of the tour: 50% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour.
- 9–0 days before the start of the tour: 100% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour.
- No Show: 100% penalty of the total amount of the originally booked tour.
