Santiago: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Cerro San Cristóbal 2 Days
Two Days, Ten Stops, One Bus Pass That Actually Pays for Itself
You get two days of unlimited bus access across Santiago's 10 main stops, plus entry to Cerro San Cristóbal's cable car and funicular, and your choice of either the outdoor adventure park or kids' activities. The free map app keeps you oriented, and you can hop on and off as many times as you want: no guide, no fixed schedule, no rush. Board before 16:00 each day to maximize daylight.
Step-by-step itinerary
Day 1: Explore Santiago by Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
- Board Hop-On Hop-Off Bus by 4 PM
- Visit Mall Parque Arauco for shopping
- Walk in Bicentennial Park
- Take Santiago Cable Car to San Cristobal Hill
- Ride Funicular Santiago to hilltop
- Explore Plaza de Armas historic center
- See Palacio de la Moneda government building
- Visit Cerro Santa Lucia urban park
- Stroll Plaza la Aviación and nearby cafes
- Shop and view city from Mall Costanera Center
- Discover Las Condes Interactive Museum
Day 2: Enjoy Cerro San Cristobal and Adventure Park
- Use Live the Park pass for Cable Car and Funicular
- Access Parque Aventura Outdoor activities
- Try canopy, climbing, suspension bridge, and empty jump
- Visit Parque Aventura Kids area
- Play Mini Golf and EJump
- Use Hop-On Hop-Off Bus for city stops as desired
What’s included
Your pass includes unlimited hop-on hop-off bus access for two consecutive days across 10 stops, a Live the Park ticket covering the cable car, funicular, and panoramic buses through Cerro San Cristóbal, an Aventura Pass for either the outdoor adventure park or kids' activities (mini golf, EJump, and Parque Aventura Kids), and a free map app for iOS and Android. Strollers are welcome, and public transport options are available nearby if you need them.
Times
- Every day 09:20
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The experience
You're standing at a bus stop in Santiago wondering if you should just grab a taxi, and then you realize the hop-on hop-off pass covers two full consecutive days across the city's main attractions. The bus runs from 9:30 to 18:00, and you can board as many times as you want, which means you're not locked into a route or a pace. You get off at Parque Arauco to browse, jump back on when you're ready, and the next stop is either the Bicentennial Park's 27 hectares of lagoons and birds, or straight to the cable car that climbs Cerro San Cristóbal for a 360-degree view of the city. That's the thing about unlimited access: you're not following a tour group's schedule.
The pass splits into two experiences, and you can use them on different days if you want. The Live the Park ticket gets you the cable car, the funicular (a historic monument itself, with a Gothic entrance that's been part of Santiago since the city was founded), and panoramic buses that loop through the park. The Aventura Pass opens up Parque Aventura Outdoor (canopy lines, climbing walls, a suspension bridge, and an empty jump) plus the kids' park, mini golf, and EJump. The outdoor adventure park runs Saturdays and Sundays only, with a minimum height of 1.45 meters, so if you're traveling with younger kids, the mini golf and kids' park are available Tuesday through Sunday. You also get a free map app for iOS and Android, which saves you from asking for directions every five minutes.
The ten stops hit the landmarks most people come to see: Plaza de Armas with its colonial cathedral and historic mail building, Palacio de la Moneda (the government headquarters), Cerro Santa Lucía with its terraces and fountains, and the newer side of the city at Mall Costanera Center. The largest mall in South America, sitting next to Sky Costanera tower with its own 360-degree views. There's also Plaza la Aviación by the Mapocho River if you want cafés and a quieter walk, and the Las Condes Interactive Museum in the El Golf neighborhood for something hands-on. The bus doesn't run on Mondays, and you need to board before 16:00 to make the most of the day, but two consecutive days gives you enough flexibility to skip a neighborhood one day and come back to it the next.
Infants can ride in a stroller, and small children sit on an adult's lap. The whole thing is designed so you're not locked into a guided group or a rigid itinerary. You move at your own pace, and the city's public transport is nearby if you want to fill in gaps. Just book the dates that work for your schedule, and remember the adventure park only operates on weekends.
Is this one for you?This works well if you're traveling with family and want to see Santiago's main attractions without booking separate tours or figuring out the bus system: the two-day pass and included activities mean less planning and more time actually exploring the city at your own pace.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Can I use the Live the Park and Adventure Pass on the same day?
No, each pass is valid for one day. You can use them on different days within your two-day pass period.
What time does the hop-on hop-off bus start and finish?
The bus runs from 9:30 to 18:00 hours. You must board before 16:00 to complete your journey that day.
Is the outdoor adventure park available every day?
No, it operates Saturdays and Sundays only. The minimum height requirement is 1.45 meters. Kids' activities, mini golf, and EJump run Tuesday to Sunday.
Do I need to book the cable car and funicular separately?
No, they're included in the Live the Park ticket, which is part of your pass.
Can I bring a stroller on the bus?
Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
Which attractions are closest to the bus stops?
The cable car is a 5-minute walk from its stop. All other stops are at or very near the attractions listed.
Is there a map or guide included?
Yes, you get a free map app for iOS and Android to help you navigate the city.
What happens if I want to use my pass on non-consecutive days?
The pass is valid for two consecutive days only. The Live the Park and Adventure Pass can be used on different days within that period, but the hop-on hop-off bus itself must be used on back-to-back days.
Santiago: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Cerro San Cristóbal 2 Days
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