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Explore the Iconic Chilean National Library in Santiago

Step into the heart of Santiago de Chile and explore the majestic Chilean National Library (Biblioteca Nacional de Chile). As a cornerstone of Chilean culture and history, this architectural masterpiece offers an immersive journey through South America's literary heritage. Discover breathtaking historical archives, stunning reading rooms, and profound cultural treasures. Whether you choose a guided walking tour or a private cultural experience, you'll connect deeply with the soul of Santiago. Book your unforgettable Santiago city tour today and witness the incredible legacy of Chile's most iconic intellectual landmark.

4.52/5 visitor ratingTours from $33.508 unique experiencesFree cancellation included

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$55–$196 typical

Median price is $85, with a range of $34–$248

Rating

Rating

4.52★ average

Based on 116 pooled reviews with highly recommended guides

Tour Length

Tour Length

3–8.3 hrs typical

Median duration is 6.2 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural City Tours

100% of options are cultural city tours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

Free cancellation

100% of tours offer free cancellation and instant confirmation

Tour Format

Tour Format

Guided tours

100% are guided, with 38% offering private options

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Discover Santiago, where modernity merges with history

Discover Santiago, where modernity merges with history

4 hrsFree cancellation
4.92 (12 reviews)
100%
0%
GreatFantastic guideGreat experience
Viator
$60
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Discover Santiago, where modernity merges with history
Summary

Explore Santiago de Chile in all its facets, from modernity and luxury to historic and bohemian neighborhoods. With a local guide ensuring an unforgettable visit to Chile's Capital City

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Main cultural and historical points of Santiago
Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Parque Bicentenario
  • Cenco Costanera
  • Bellavista
  • Parque Forestal
  • San Francisco Church
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Barrio Lastarria
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
  • Plaza de Armas
  • Santiago Stock Exchange
  • Paseo Ahumada
  • La Moneda
  • Plaza de La Constitucion
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The 4-hour tour includes the time spent in the van, the stops and the walks that are made
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Santiago Full-Day Layover Tour

Private Santiago Full-Day Layover Tour

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.79 (14 reviews)
93.06%
6.94%
Lots of funGood tour guideHighly recommend
Viator
$246
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Private Santiago Full-Day Layover Tour
Summary

This 9-hour Santiago private stopover experience is designed for those staying only the one day in Santiago, and includes a private tour and transport services from and to the airport. This is one of the best full days options in the city that includes an extended city tour with the visit to the mos...

Inclusions
  • Airport pick up and hotel drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and airport drop-off or
  • Sky Costanera ticket entrance
  • Funicular to Rise San Cristobal Hill
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Wine tour
  • Airport pickup and drop-off or
  • Choose between Santa Rita, Undurraga or Concha y Toro Wineries (Includes 3 Wine Tasting & Glass Gift)
Itinerary
  • Sky Costanera
  • Paseo Ahumada
  • Central Market (Mercado Central)
  • Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
  • La Moneda
  • Central Post Office
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Castillo Hidalgo
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Cerro San Cristobal
  • Plaza de La Constitucion
  • San Francisco Church
  • Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda
  • Bellavista
  • Patio Bellavista
  • Parque Metropolitano De Santiago
  • Plaza de Armas
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Parque Bicentenario
  • Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral GAM
  • Parque Forestal
  • Palacio de Tribunales de Justicia
  • National Museum of Fine Arts
  • Concha y Toro
  • Vina Undurraga
  • Vina Santa Rita
  • Santiago
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults, Minimum drinking age is 18 years, Dress code is smart casual, May be operated by a multi-lingual guide, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Half Day Santiago City Tour

Half Day Santiago City Tour

4.5 hrsFree cancellation
4.51 (37 reviews)
82.53%
17.47%
very knowledgeablehighly recommendvery informative
Viator
$75
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Half Day Santiago City Tour
Summary

This half-day tour of Santiago will take you to the most important points of Santiago. Receiving historic information at each point from your local guide/driver who can also give the best tips of places to go in Santiago. The tour will show the contrast of the city from historical parts to modern pa...

Inclusions
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Exclusions
  • Lunch
Itinerary
  • Plaza de Armas
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Club Hipico de Santiago
  • La Moneda
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Central Market (Mercado Central)
  • Patio Bellavista
  • Parque Bicentenario
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Pick up time will be confirmed 1 day before travel date by email, Infant seats must be requiered the same moment of the booking, Must ask if taking laggauge is possible previous of the tour
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Santiago City Tour, Wine Tasting & Winery Lunch

Santiago City Tour, Wine Tasting & Winery Lunch

8 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.48 (23 reviews)
81.42%
18.58%
was excellentCity tour was goodGuide was helpful
Viator
$90
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Santiago City Tour, Wine Tasting & Winery Lunch
Summary

Discover Santiago through a balanced mix of walking and driving, designed to help you experience the city’s main landmarks and neighborhoods in a comfortable way. Visit highlights such as La Moneda, Cerro Santa Lucía, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Barrio Bellavista, and the modern El Golf district. Af...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off
  • Professional guide
Exclusions
  • Gratitudes (Optional)
Itinerary
  • San Francisco Church
  • Barrio Paris Londres
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Plaza de La Constitucion
  • La Moneda
  • Paseo Ahumada
  • Plaza de Armas
  • Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Central Market (Mercado Central)
  • Parque Forestal
  • Barrio Lastarria
  • Bellavista
  • Cenco Costanera
  • Parque Bicentenario
  • Isla de Maipo
  • Vina Santa Ema
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Santiago City Half Day Tour

Private Santiago City Half Day Tour

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.08 (424 reviews)
74.69%
25.31%
Great tourexcellent guidevery knowledgeable
Viator
$77
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Private Santiago City Half Day Tour
Summary

Enjoy this 4-hour tour of Chile's capital. Santiago is a dynamic, modern city where colonial mansions sit among soaring skyscrapers, where folk art becomes fashion and Latin and European cultures intertwine. The city is reinventing itself with arts, nightlife, and restaurant scenes that have never b...

Inclusions
  • Private Tour
  • Hotel or address pickup and drop-off
  • Professional bilingual guide
  • Live commentary on board
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Itinerary
  • Central Market (Mercado Central)
  • Plaza de Armas
  • Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
  • La Moneda
  • Central Post Office
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Castillo Hidalgo
  • Cerro San Cristobal
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Plaza de La Constitucion
  • San Francisco Church
  • Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda
  • Bellavista
  • Parque Metropolitano De Santiago
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Palacio de Tribunales de Justicia
  • Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral GAM
  • Cenco Costanera
  • Parque Forestal
  • Patio Bellavista
  • National Museum of Fine Arts
  • Parque Bicentenario
  • Parque De Las Esculturas
  • Santiago
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A minimum of 2 people per booking is required, pickup from your Santiago accommodations in the districts of Providencia, Las Condes, Vitacura, or Santiago Centro if your hotel is outside the pick up area recharge will be applied
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Half-Day Small-Group Panoramic Santiago Tour

Half-Day Small-Group Panoramic Santiago Tour

4 hrsFree cancellation
4 (93 reviews)
72.25%
27.75%
amazinggreat tour guideExcellent tour
Viator
$40
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Half-Day Small-Group Panoramic Santiago Tour
Summary

Chile's capital is a dynamic, modern city where colonial mansions sit among soaring skyscrapers, where folk art becomes fashion and Latin and European cultures intertwine. The city is reinventing itself, with arts, nightlife, and restaurant scenes that have never been better, making this thriving an...

Inclusions
  • Small-group tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Bilingual guide
  • Live commentary on board
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Itinerary
  • Central Market (Mercado Central)
  • Paseo Ahumada
  • Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
  • La Moneda
  • Central Post Office
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Castillo Hidalgo
  • Cerro San Cristobal
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Plaza de La Constitucion
  • San Francisco Church
  • Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda
  • Bellavista
  • Parque Metropolitano De Santiago
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Palacio de Tribunales de Justicia
  • Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral GAM
  • Cenco Costanera
  • Parque Forestal
  • Patio Bellavista
  • National Museum of Fine Arts
  • Parque Bicentenario
  • Parque De Las Esculturas
  • Santiago
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A minimum of 2 people per booking is required on regular service, A maximum of 15 people per booking, Tour departs from the lobby of your hotel or address. Your guide will be asking for your name at the hour of the tour
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Small-Group Tour: Night City Tour with Santa Lucia Hill and Dinner Show

Small-Group Tour: Night City Tour with Santa Lucia Hill and Dinner Show

4 hrsFree cancellation
4.33 (9 reviews)
70.45%
29.55%
Muito bomGreat tourdancing and the dinner were great
Viator
$116
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Small-Group Tour: Night City Tour with Santa Lucia Hill and Dinner Show
Summary

Awaken your senses to the color of folklore show during an exciting 4-hour excursion that includes dinner. Feast upon delicious Chilean specialties then immerse yourself in a spectacular show that involves Huasos (Chilean cowboys) and Dances with costumes of Eastern Island. Enjoy gastronomical delig...

Inclusions
  • Small-group tour (max 8 people per vehicle)
  • Professional guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pickup (drop-off if option selected)
  • Tour only in your language
Exclusions
  • Hotel drop-off
Itinerary
  • Central Market (Mercado Central)
  • Plaza de Armas
  • Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
  • La Moneda
  • Central Post Office
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Castillo Hidalgo
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Plaza de La Constitucion
  • San Francisco Church
  • Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda
  • Bellavista
  • Parque Metropolitano De Santiago
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Palacio de Tribunales de Justicia
  • Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral GAM
  • Cenco Costanera
  • Parque Forestal
  • Patio Bellavista
  • National Museum of Fine Arts
  • Parque Bicentenario
  • Parque De Las Esculturas
  • Santiago
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Dress code is smart casual, Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Tour: Santiago at Night with Dinner and Show

Private Tour: Santiago at Night with Dinner and Show

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
3.25 (8 reviews)
54.05%
45.95%
dinner and showgood understanding
Viator
$131
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Private Tour: Santiago at Night with Dinner and Show
Summary

Enjoy this 4-hour tour of the city of Santiago, at night. Accompanied by a private guide and your personal group, see locations such as Santa Lucia Hill and the city center. After you tour the city, delight in dinner and a traditional dance show at a local restaurant.

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • San Cristobal Entrance Fees
Exclusions
  • Drinks, unless specified
Itinerary
  • Central Market (Mercado Central)
  • Paseo Ahumada
  • Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
  • La Moneda
  • Central Post Office
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Castillo Hidalgo
  • Cerro San Cristobal
  • Plaza de La Constitucion
  • San Francisco Church
  • Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda
  • Bellavista
  • Parque Metropolitano De Santiago
  • Parque Bicentenario
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Palacio de Tribunales de Justicia
  • Centro Cultural Gabriela Mistral GAM
  • Cenco Costanera
  • Parque Forestal
  • Patio Bellavista
  • National Museum of Fine Arts
  • Parque De Las Esculturas
  • Santiago
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Dress code is smart casual, Minimum drinking age is 18 years, Not recommended for child aged 11 and under, A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Walking Tour in Portuguese of Santiago City

Walking Tour in Portuguese of Santiago City

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (5 reviews)
100%
0%
ExcellentSuper recommendextremely attentive
Viator
$30
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Walking Tour in Portuguese of Santiago City
Summary

This tour is special for tourists who are looking to learn about the history and be dazzled by the beauty of this city, which is full of architecture and colorful art, many beautiful places for those who like to take photos.

Inclusions
  • tips
Itinerary
  • Plaza de Armas
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Paseo Bandera
  • Universidad de Chile
  • Barrio Paris Londres
  • San Francisco Church
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Barrio Lastarria
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Famous Santiago: History, Culture & Local Life

Famous Santiago: History, Culture & Local Life

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (4 reviews)
100%
0%
Excellent tourknowledgeable about the placeexcellent experience
Viator
$40
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Famous Santiago: History, Culture & Local Life
Summary

Immerse yourself in the essence of Santiago and experience the city like a local on this guided walking tour. From the very place where Santiago was founded to the vibrant La Moneda Cultural Center, every stop reveals the rich history, culture, and everyday life of Chile’s capital. Travel like loca...

Itinerary
  • Biblioteca Nacional (National Library)
  • Cerro Santa Lucia
  • Centro Cultural Palacio De La Moneda
  • La Moneda
  • Plaza de La Constitucion
  • Paseo Bandera
  • Plaza Montt Varas
  • Ex Congreso Nacional
  • Galeria Santiago Centro
  • Palacio de Tribunales de Justicia
  • Portal Fernandez Concha
  • Metropolitan Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana)
  • Plaza de Armas de Santiago
  • Barrio Lastarria
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Chilean National Library (Biblioteca Nacional de Chile).

San Francisco Church (Iglesia de San Francisco)
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San Francisco Church (Iglesia de San Francisco)

250 m away • from $5.87

Santa Lucia Hill (Cerro Santa Lucia)
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Santa Lucia Hill (Cerro Santa Lucia)

400 m away • from $5.87

Ahumada Boulevard (Paseo Ahumada)
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Ahumada Boulevard (Paseo Ahumada)

500 m away • from $36

Red House (Casa Colorada)
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Red House (Casa Colorada)

550 m away • from $29

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

While not the majority, a small portion of the listings, roughly 23%, are tagged as eco-friendly.

Use the Metro system for most trips. It is clean and efficient. Always keep your belongings secure in crowded stations.

You can take a Transvip shuttle or official airport taxis. These are safer than unmarked cars. The Metro is also an option.

Cards are widely accepted in shops and restaurants. However, carry some Chilean Pesos for small markets or local buses.

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