Things to do in Santiago
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Kayaking Laguna Del Inca from Santiago: Paddle the AndesKayak Laguna Del Inca, a turquoise lagoon nestled at nearly 3,000 meters in the Andes, on a full day trip from Santiago that includes all gear, a guide and lunch. You paddle between steep snowcapped peaks with views of Aconcagua Mount—the highest mountain in the Americas at 21,000 feet—and return to your hotel by evening. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; airport pickup is available for an extra charge.Is it for me?Book this trip if you want to paddle at altitude with all the logistics arranged—the guide, the gear, the lunch and the drive from Santiago are included, so you show up and kayak. The two-option checkout lets you add a vineyard visit if you want to see more than the mountains in a single day.
Santiago: Manquehue Hill Private Hike & Andes ViewsYou get picked up at your hotel, driven to Manquehue's trailhead, and guided up a low-difficulty ninety-minute hike to a summit with unobstructed Andes views and the city spread below. Lunch and poles are included, and the private transfer means you don't navigate or time anything yourself — you're back by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Andes and Santiago's full view in a single morning without arranging transport, timing yourself, or carrying your own poles — the private pickup and included lunch are what make a summit stop feel unhurried instead of rushed.
Concha y Toro wine tasting tour: Marqués de Casa Concha winesThis is a 4-hour guided tour of the Concha y Toro vineyard in Chile with premium wine tastings, cheese pairings and access to the historic Casillero del Diablo cellars. You walk the Variety Garden with 26 grape varieties, tour the family summer residence grounds, and taste 10 wines total—three during the tour and four exclusive Marqués de Casa Concha varieties at the end, paired with fine cheeses. A local guide leads the group and hotel pickup is included. Choose the morning or afternoon departure at checkout.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want the vineyard before the afternoon crowds; book the afternoon if you prefer a later start. Either way, the guide and the fixed itinerary mean you spend your time tasting and learning instead of figuring out where to go next.
Santiago: Museum of Memory & Human Rights with Political AnalystYou walk through the Museum of Memory and Human Rights with Héctor, a political analyst who explains the 1973–1990 dictatorship using declassified files and historical context the museum itself doesn't provide. The tour includes street art, a café stop, and post-tour materials—documentaries and links—so you can deepen your understanding after you leave. Coffee is included, and the whole route is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Chile's dictatorship and its ongoing impact through someone who knows the history deeply—Héctor's analysis fills in what the museum walls alone can't explain, and the post-tour materials let you keep learning after you leave.
Santiago: Mirador Museum Skip-the-Line & Private GuideYou skip the ticket line, explore hands-on exhibits in physics, astronomy, and biology with a 5-star licensed guide who tailors explanations to your interests, and if you choose the 3-hour option, private transport handles the logistics so you focus on the museum itself. The guide keeps groups small and adjusts the pace to uneven surfaces and steps, making it accessible without feeling rushed.Is it for me?Book this if you want to explore Santiago's science museum without waiting in the ticket line and prefer a guide who adapts explanations to what your group actually wants to learn—the private format and skip-the-line access are what make that possible in a single visit.
Santiago City Tour & Santa Rita Winery: Full Day Private ExperienceYou’ll dive into Santiago’s vibrant heart—historic plazas, hidden corners—and then unwind among vineyards at Santa Rita Winery for an authentic wine tasting and lunch.
Cousiño Macul Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting in SantiagoThis 4.5-hour tour combines two of Santiago's cultural landmarks: the Cousiño Macul Vineyard, where you learn the winemaking process and taste three of the estate's signature wines, and the Baha'i Temple atop Santiago Hill, where you explore its distinctive architecture and take in views of the city and the Andes. A guide in English or Spanish leads the group by minibus, and entry to both sites is included.Is it for me?You're on a shared tour with a guide, so the pace and stops are set—this works well if you want the vineyard and temple explained without building the itinerary yourself. The 4.5-hour span fits a half-day slot, leaving your morning or evening free, which suits travelers who want one cultural outing without committing a full day.
Santiago: Museum of Memory & Human Rights Private TourYou'll meet your licensed guide at Hotel Barrio Yungay in Santiago and spend the afternoon moving through the Museum of Memory and Human Rights at your own pace, reading declassified documents, watching video testimonies, and examining personal artifacts from Chile's dictatorship era. The tour includes free museum entry, expert commentary on the 1973–1990 period and its historical context, and (if you book the 3-hour option) round-trip hotel transport by private car or van depending on group size.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand a pivotal moment in Chile's recent history without arranging your own transport or worrying about entry logistics—the private guide and included transport let you focus on the exhibits and what they mean.
Santiago: 3 Museums & Central Market Lunch Private TourYou visit four key Santiago landmarks in one day without arranging entry, transport, or navigating menus alone. A private guide takes you through the Museum of Memory and Human Rights, the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, and Neruda's house, then sits with you for lunch at Central Market. The fixed itinerary and included transportation mean you move between sites on schedule, not on guesswork.Is it for me?Book this if you want Santiago's cultural landmarks and a real market lunch without arranging three separate entries, transport between sites, or figuring out where locals actually eat — the private guide and fixed itinerary handle all of it.
Santiago to Valparaíso & Viña del Mar: Private Coastal Tour with LunchYou leave Santiago early, drive 90 minutes to the coast, spend the morning exploring Valparaíso's coloured hills and Neruda's museum, ride a funicular to a seafood lunch in the historic quarter, then finish in Viña del Mar. Hotel pickup and drop-off bookend the day, and every entry, meal and transfer is included in the price.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Valparaíso and the coast without arranging your own transport, museum tickets or timing—the private format means you move at your own pace and skip the logistics entirely.
Santa Rita Winery wine tasting 3 glasses vineyard tourA private winery visit to Santa Rita in the Maipo Valley near Santiago includes a guided tour of the vineyards, wine cellar and production facilities, a tasting of three wines, a gift glass, and hotel pickup and return. The winery dates to the 19th century and the tour ends at the on-site museum showcasing Chilean wine-making heritage and the family history behind the operation.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, so you pick the language that works for you — the commentary stays accessible whether you're fluent or just getting by. This works for anyone 18 and up with any fitness level, since the walking is gentle and the pacing is set by the group.
Santiago: Viña Santa Cruz Wine Tour & Cable Car with MuseumsYou travel to Viña Santa Cruz in a private van with your party only, spend 6 hours exploring three museums (including 80+ classic cars), ride a cable car over the valley with a wine glass in hand, and taste 5 wines guided by the winery's team. Lunch at the on-site restaurant is on your own, and the full day—including 2h 45m drive each way—keeps you off public transport and away from group logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the logistics of renting a car, navigating to the valley, and timing museum visits yourself—the private van and fixed itinerary handle all three, leaving you free to move between wine, cars, and culture without planning the route.
Andes Day Trip from Santiago: Valle Nevado & FarellonesThis 11-hour guided tour from Santiago climbs into the Andes to Valle Nevado, South America's most famous ski resort, and the mountain village of Farellones, with air-conditioned transport, a live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese or French, and hotel pickup included. The route follows winding roads through the high peaks, with free time at each stop to photograph the landscape and explore at your own pace. Children from age 8 are welcome; the tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guided drive through high-altitude scenery with planned photo stops—you'll see Valle Nevado and Farellones from the vehicle rather than hiking to them.
Santiago Airport to San Antonio Transfer: Driver meets you at arrivalsYou get picked up at Santiago airport by a named driver in a private air-conditioned minivan and driven directly to San Antonio port, Viña del Mar, or Valparaiso—no shared stops, no meter, no negotiation. The 2-3 hour drive is included with luggage, and the service runs 24/7, so timing is never a problem. Book this if you want to arrive calm instead of stressed.Is it for me?Right for travelers arriving in Santiago without a rental car or the energy to negotiate a taxi fare—the driver meets you by name and the price is fixed before you land, which removes the stress of the airport-to-coast drive. Plan for 2 to 3 hours on the road; that's the time it takes to reach the port or coast, and it's built into the booking.
San Antonio to Santiago Transfer: Private minivan pickupYou get a private minivan with a named driver waiting at your arrival point, fixed pricing with no hidden charges, and a direct route to Santiago Airport or your hotel. The transfer handles luggage (two bags per person), runs around the clock, and is built for cruise passengers who need to move fast between port and their next stop. Book at least a day ahead to confirm your flight time or hotel address.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving by cruise at San Antonio and need to reach Santiago Airport or a hotel without arranging transport yourself—the fixed price and named pickup mean you walk out of the terminal and go, no negotiation or waiting.
Isla Negra House Museum & Chilean Coast: 8-Hour TourAn 8-hour tour along Chile's central coast that starts at Pablo Neruda's House Museum in Isla Negra, moves through Algarrobo's beaches, and ends at San Alfonso del Mar. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, the museum entrance fee is covered, and a Spanish or Portuguese-speaking guide leads the group through the day. The itinerary is flexible to your preferences.Is it for me?Eight hours is enough to see the museum, walk the beaches, and explore San Alfonso del Mar without rushing, but it leaves your morning free if you're arriving early or your evening open if you want dinner elsewhere. The flexible itinerary means you can linger at whichever stop matters most to you.
Rock Climbing Classes Santiago with Professional GuideRock climbing classes in Santiago pair you with a professional guide for a full day of instruction and climbing tailored to your experience. The guide picks you up from your hotel, brings all equipment, and teaches beginner technique or leads experienced climbers to the best local crags. A 30- to 60-minute transfer gets you to the climbing area, where the guide coordinates the day's routes and covers safety throughout.Is it for me?The pace depends on your climbing level—beginners spend the day learning technique on easier terrain, while experienced climbers get routed to harder crags. A conversation with the guide before the day ensures the routes and the teaching match what you want to work on.
Cerro Leonera Andes Summit Trek from Santiago: 2-Day Guided TourIf you want to push yourself above Santiago and see what real high-altitude trekking feels like, Cerro Leonera is worth every step. You’ll camp under glacier skies, pass through Farellones’ mountain charm, and stand eye-to-eye with some of the Andes’ tallest peaks—all with an experienced guide who knows every twist in the trail.
Santiago: Pablo Neruda House & Maipo Valley Wine TourYou visit three distinct parts of Chilean culture in one day: Neruda's oceanside home with its personal collections and sea views, a working pottery village where you can browse artisan workshops and eat lunch, and a historic vineyard in Maipo Valley with a guided tour and wine tasting. All entry fees and tastings are included; your bilingual guide and private vehicle mean you move at your own pace between stops.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see three different sides of Chile — literature, local craft, and wine — in one day without arranging transport, tickets, or timing yourself. The private vehicle and included entry fees mean you move between stops without logistics getting in the way.
Santiago: Pablo Neruda Museum, Pomaire & Wine TastingYou're picked up at your hotel and driven to the Pablo Neruda Museum on the coast, where you spend time in the poet's oceanside home and its collection of personal objects and maritime treasures. Then you explore Pomaire's pottery workshops and eat a traditional lunch at a local restaurant. The day ends at Undurraga Winery with a guided tour of the cellars and vineyards, followed by a wine tasting of select Chilean wines. Private transport and a bilingual guide are included throughout, with return to your hotel in the late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see three different sides of Chilean culture—literature, craft, and wine—without arranging transport or entry tickets yourself; the private guide and driver handle the logistics while you focus on the experience.
