Experience awe-inspiring vistas from Santa Lucía and San Cristóbal Hills, and explore lively neighborhoods such as Bellavista, El Golf, and the Historic Center. This tour features visits to destinations like Bicentennial Park, the Cable Car and Funicular on San Cristobal Hill, and the Costanera Center, known as the tallest building in South America. Additionally, you'll discover key landmarks including the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Central Post Office, Casa Colorada, the Santiago Museum, the Former National Congress, the National Historical Museum, and La Moneda Palace.
With the Hop On Hop Off tour, you have the flexibility to board and disembark at any of the 10 stops for durations of 24, 48, or up to 72 hours. This adaptable experience is designed to fit your schedule, ensuring you make the most of your time in Santiago.
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Tour Description
Explore Santiago like never before with this unique Hop On Hop Off City Tour. Decide your own adventure by choosing where to stop and for how long. Some of Santiago's treasures may captivate you longer than others. Forget rigid itineraries—today, the choice is yours.
This flexible adventure begins whenever you decide, from any stop you choose. The Big Bus operates from Tuesday to Sunday between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Our journey starts at the 1st stop near Mall Parque Arauco, a premier shopping destination in Chile and Latin America. Since its opening in 1982, it has been a pioneer in combining major retail stores with entertainment. Today, it offers a rich mix of gastronomy and fun, featuring both local and international brands, including a Luxury District with names like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Dior.
The 2nd stop takes you to the beautiful Bicentennial Park in the Vitacura area, the largest green space in this region. The park spans 27 hectares along the southern banks of the Mapocho River, showcasing diverse landscapes with playgrounds, statues, sports areas, lagoons, and more. Walking its trails reveals two lagoons where black-necked swans, flamingos, herons, and fish coexist.
At the 3rd stop, experience the Santiago Cable Car for the best panoramic views of the city. Begin your ascent at Oasis Station via the main entry on Pedro de Valdivia. The cable car grants stunning 360º views of Santiago and the Andes Mountains, surrounded by nature and native Chilean flora.
Renowned as Santiago's top attraction, the cable car transports you to the summit of San Cristóbal Hill at "Estación Cumbre", where the Virgin of the Immaculate Conception statue and Bellavista Terrace offer breathtaking city views and classic "Motes con huesillo", perfect for refreshing your journey.
The 4th stop is the historic Funicular at Parquemet, the largest green expanse in Santiago and Latin America, known as Cerro San Cristóbal. Declared a Historic Monument in 2000, the Funicular's cable car system is a heritage icon. Its entrance on Pío Nono features a neoclassical castle by architect Luciano Kulczewski. The refurbished cars ascend about 500 meters to the San Cristóbal peak.
The Funicular also has an intermediate stop for the National Zoo, leading to "Estación Cumbre", where you can connect with the Terraza Bellavista, the Santuario de la Virgen, and the Cable Car.
The 5th stop is Santiago's Plaza de Armas, the historical core of the capital, known as kilometer 0. This vibrant space merges colonial architecture with urban energy, surrounded by the majestic Metropolitan Cathedral and colorful structures like the Post Office, Santiago City Hall, and the National History Museum. It is a cultural hub where history, local crafts, and the city's lively atmosphere converge.
The 6th stop is at Plaza de la Constitución in Santiago's Civic Neighborhood. This square is surrounded by significant buildings and monuments linked to the Chilean State's executive branch, with statues of national political figures like Diego Portales, Pedro Aguirre Cerda, Jorge Alessandri, Eduardo Frei Montalva, and Salvador Allende. The main attraction is the Palacio de la Moneda, the presidential seat. Nearby is the Centro Cultural La Moneda, hosting various art exhibitions, along with the Metropolitan Intendancy, Santiago Stock Exchange, Club de la Unión, University of Chile, Paseo Bulnes, and Barrio Dieciocho.
The 7th stop is Santa Lucía Hill, a key landmark since Santiago's founding on February 12, 1541. The hill's monumental neoclassical entrance, completed in 1902, features a sculpture of Neptune amidst an architectural ensemble of curved staircases, fountains, a large terrace, and a triumphal arch topped by a dome.
Beyond the hill, you can explore nearby attractions like the National Library, the Paris-London neighborhood, San Francisco Church, Casa Central de la Universidad Católica, GAM Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center, and the Lastarria neighborhood, known for art galleries, restaurants, bookstores, crafts, and more.
The 8th stop is in Providencia at Plaza de la Aviación, an extension of Balmaceda Park, named in honor of the Chilean Air Force monument erected in 1980. Here, you'll find the Bicentennial water fountain, nearly 70 meters long and over 25 meters wide. Stroll along Providencia Avenue, a bustling tourist area with various shops, restaurants, cafes, businesses, and bars. Nearby, Barrio Italia stands out as a gastronomic hotspot with diverse international cuisine options.
The 9th stop is the Costanera Center, the tallest building in Latin America. Standing at 300 meters, this tower blends modernity and entertainment, making it a major tourist attraction in Santiago. The mall is one of the most modern, offering hundreds of stores for clothing, technology, sports, films, and entertainment, along with a diverse culinary scene. It also features a terrace and the Sky Costanera viewing platform, providing unparalleled city views.
The 10th stop merges modernity and gastronomy, situated in the heart of the El Golf neighborhood in Las Condes. This area is known for mid-20th-century architecture, once home to affluent families like Isidora Goyenechea, the neighborhood's main street namesake. Here, you'll find national and international restaurants and cafes, alongside attractions like Plaza Perú, Las Condes Municipal Theater, and the Las Condes Interactive Museum. The museum offers a family-friendly experience with 3D audiovisual productions, allowing you to travel through space and time.
This adventure is entirely flexible. Enjoy 24, 48, or even 72 hours of unlimited access to the Big Bus, allowing you to tailor your schedule and fully immerse yourself in this unforgettable and vibrant experience of Santiago.
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