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Free booking and cancellationFree payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
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Better with a teacher: History, culture and recommendations by a local
Hi! I'm Diego. I-m born and raised in Santiago and I've been a tour guide for the last 8 years in the central zone of Chile. I also have studies in English teaching so I'm effectively fluent in English. i-m a born traveler, father of a baby boy and arts aficionado. I have cycled more than 5 thousand kilometers along Chile and also part of Argentina. I've done several hikes as well so I can give lots of recomendations for those who are looking for outdoor adventures. Join me to see the best of Santiago with a real speaker of English!
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Tour description
This walking tour will help you to understand the essential Chilean history linked to current affairs but in simple and clear words.
You'll also learn about our culture, food and drinks by this lover of the chilean lifestyle . Moreover, along the trip, you will have all the key recommendations on the places to visit, the best restaurants and bars in town, and the things you Must do in Santiago during your stay.
By the end of the tour, you'll get more information about other towns and places to visit in Chile!
We visit all the jewells of the city that not everyone will show you such as:
- Plaza de Armas (main square)
- The pre-Colombus art museum
- Supreme court
- Former national congress
- The Ancient Inca Road
- The Presidential Palace
- Stock market building
- New York (Yes, an area called New York in Santiago)
- Paris and London (Yes, an European neighbourhood in town)
- Former-secret detention center (Pinochet's regime)
- The oldest building in Santiago!
- The opera House
- Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center (former Pinochet's headquarter)
- Lastarria (a gastronomic area full of options also for vegetarians and vegans)
- Fine Arts Museum and "Forestal" Park (final stop)
To consider:
-It's a 2:30hrs walk
-Bring water for the trip
-Hat and/or sunscreen are essential
-Come prepared to have fun!
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Highlights
What will we visit on this tour?
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View on mapMeeting point:Pl. de Armas 969-987, Santiago, Regió...Pl. de Armas 969-987, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile
You'll see me in front of the white building with the 4 flags. I'll be there with a red sign next to "the guy on the horse".I'm the man with a beard.
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1Outside visitPlaza de Armas - Plaza de Armas
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2Outside visitMuseo de Arte Precolombino - Bandera
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3Outside visitFormer National Congress - Society of Jesus
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4Outside visitSupreme Court of Justice - New Company
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5Outside visitPalacio de La Moneda - Moneda
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6Outside visitSantiago Stock Exchange - The Stock Exchange
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7Outside visitNueva York
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8Outside visitBarrio Paris-Londres - Londres
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9Outside visitLondres 38
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10Outside visitIglesia San Francisco de Alameda - Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins
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11Outside visitCafe Haiti Estado - Estado
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12Outside visitMunicipal Theater of Santiago - Agustinas
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13Outside visitSanta Lucia Hill
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14Outside visitCatholic University of Chile - Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins Avenue
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15Outside visitGabriela Mistral Cultural Center - Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins
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16Outside visitBarrio Lastarria
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17Outside visitMuseo Nacional de Bellas Artes - José Miguel de La Barra
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour opinions
Andrew
23 Mar 2023
Excellent tour. Throughly enjoyed and Diego and was very knowledge and personable. The tour finished at lunchtime and Diego gave us great add ice on food options. Highly recommended. Thank you Diego
Robin
11 Mar 2023
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Travelled alone -
Mar 2023
Well educated and knowlegable
Michael
06 Mar 2023
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Travelled alone -
Mar 2023
Great tour So much history, great understanding of the city
jorge
05 Mar 2023
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Travelled in couple -
Mar 2023
Very good and informative walking tour,. Highly recommend
Donald
22 Jan 2023
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Travelled alone -
Jan 2023
Diego is an excellent guide. Great information and conversation, but no hype. Nice sparkle when he talks with an individual tour member.
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Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.
What should you know?
Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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