Santiago: Los Pepines Street Art Walk & Snacks with Local Flavor

Summary

Los Pepines murals color history and everyday life in Santiago streets

Walk Santiago’s Los Pepines neighborhood as murals unfold their stories right in front of you. Meet locals through your guide, snack on fresh empanadas or homemade sweets with natural juice, and catch glimpses of daily life between bursts of color. You’ll leave seeing street art—and maybe neighborhoods—a little differently.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I’d never really thought much about street art before this. But walking through Los Pepines in Santiago, something just clicked for me. The colors hit you first—giant splashes of turquoise and sun-yellow curling around old balconies, faces painted so big you can’t help but stare back. Our guide, Ana, grew up two blocks from here. She pointed at a mural of a woman carrying mangoes and said, “That’s my aunt’s friend.” I liked that—these weren’t just pictures for tourists; they belonged to people here.

We stopped every few minutes because someone would wave or shout hello (I guess Ana knows everyone). She told us how some of the murals are painted overnight, almost like secrets left for the morning crowd. There was one corner where the air smelled like fried dough—turns out there’s always someone making empanadas nearby. We tried them with this cold mabí drink that tasted kind of earthy and sweet at the same time. I probably dripped filling on my shirt but honestly didn’t care.

The Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración loomed in the distance most of the way, just sort of watching over everything. Sometimes Ana would pause mid-sentence because music started up from an open window or kids ran by chasing each other. I didn’t expect to feel so… included? Like we were guests but not outsiders. The tour ended before I wanted it to—I still think about one mural with huge blue hands reaching across a cracked wall. I’m not sure what it meant, but it stuck with me.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Los Pepines murals and culture

• Walk through Los Pepines neighborhood
• View and photograph murals
• Listen to commentary on history and culture
• Learn stories behind the murals
• Enjoy empanada or homemade dessert
• Drink natural juice or Mabí

Top questions

How long is the street art walking tour in Santiago?

The exact duration isn’t listed, but you’ll have ample time to look around and take photos during the guided walk through Los Pepines.

Are snacks included on this Santiago street art walk?

Yes, your tour includes an empanada or homemade dessert plus natural juice or mabí as part of the experience.

Is this art walk suitable for children or strollers?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the tour.

Will we visit any landmarks during the Santiago art tour?

You’ll see murals throughout Los Pepines and view the Monumento a los Héroes de la Restauración along the way.

Do I need to be fit for this walking tour?

The route is suitable for all physical fitness levels and public transportation options are nearby if needed.

What’s included

Your day includes a guided walk through Los Pepines’ mural-filled streets led by a local who knows every corner, plus an empanada or homemade dessert and your choice of natural juice or mabí to snack on while you wander past historic homes and vibrant public art.