Santiago's Markets Free Walking Tour - Reviews

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9.60 / 10

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May / 22 / 2026

Bruna Daniele

Brazil

I travelled by myself

Acho que a qualidade desse passeio depende muito da qualidade do guia. Passamos pelos mercados e conhecemos suas histórias, mas o que deixou o passeio rico foi o conhecimento do guia Lucas acerca da história do Chile, de Santiago e outros fatos interessantes sobre o centro histórico. Apesar de a página do passeio afirmar que o guia falava português, não era o caso, mesmo assim consegui compreender tudo e o passeio foi bem legal. Recomendo. Translate this opinion into English.

I think the quality of this tour largely depends on the quality of the guide. We went through the markets and learned about their history, but what made the tour richer was the guide Lucas's knowledge of Chilean history, Santiago, and other interesting facts about the historic center. Although the tour page stated that the guide spoke Portuguese, that wasn't the case; even so, I understood everything and the tour was really great. I recommend it. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 29 / 2026

Anonymous

Colombia

I travelled by myself

Una experiencia maravillosa para conocer de la historia de Santiago de Chile y sus principales mercados y comidas. Gracias Lucas por compartir tu conocimiento con tanta alegría. Translate this opinion into English.

A wonderful experience to learn about the history of Santiago de Chile and its main markets and foods. Thank you, Lucas, for sharing your knowledge with such joy. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 22 / 2026

Kiara

Montevideo, Uruguay

I travelled by myself

La actividad estuvo muy buena, entretenida y educativa. Lucas un genio como guía. Translate this opinion into English.

The activity was great, entertaining and educational. Lucas was a fantastic guide. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 13 / 2026

Julio

Formosa, Argentina

I travelled with my partner

tour muy interesante, aprendimos mucho gracias a lucas el cual es un gran guia, divertido y con mucha informacion para compartir. Translate this opinion into English.

Very interesting tour, we learned a lot thanks to Lucas who is a great guide, fun and with a lot of information to share. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Feb / 16 / 2026

Julio

Panamá, Panama

I travelled with teenagers

Éramos cuatro personas y sólo pudimos asistir dos, ya que las otras dos estaban indispuestas de salud. Nuestro Guía Jaime Pablo fue muy claro en las recomendaciones y en toda la historia que nos iba a explicando. El recorrido es interesante pero peligroso, pude presenciar como le robaron un collar a un turista (no de nuestro grupo) y pasamos por lugares con gente embriagada y otros que intentaron acercarse con malas intenciones. El recorrido acaba en un lugar de mucho cuidado. Asusta.

There were four of us, but only two could attend, as the other two were unwell. Our guide, Jaime Pablo, was very clear in his recommendations and throughout the history he explained. The tour is interesting but dangerous. I witnessed a tourist (not from our group) having his necklace stolen, and we passed through areas with intoxicated people and others who tried to approach us with ill intentions. The tour ends in a very dangerous place. It's frightening.

I travelled with teenagers

Lamentamos mucho escuchar que la experiencia no fue la esperada y que se hayan sentido inseguros durante el recorrido. La seguridad de nuestros clientes es primordial, por lo que trasladaremos tus comentarios al equipo local para mejorar en este aspecto. Agradecemos tu feedback y esperamos poder ofrecerte una experiencia más positiva en el futuro. Translate this opinion into English.

We are very sorry to hear that your experience was not what you expected and that you felt unsafe during the tour. The safety of our customers is our top priority, so we will pass on your comments to the local team to improve in this area. We appreciate your feedback and hope to offer you a more positive experience in the future. Opinion translated. Show original.

Dec / 29 / 2025

Maycon

Brazil

I travelled by myself

O guia foi pontual e explicou muito bem sobre a história dos mercados e da própria formação da cidade de Santiago. Fomos em alguns mercados, houve tempo para tirar fotos e até para comprar algo se quiséssemos. No entanto, a região onde estão os mercados é perigosa e feia - o que não é culpa do guia, que foi muito amável e cuidadoso. Então, vá com bastante atenção, não use colares, anéis ou relógios caros porque tem gente que pode passar e puxá-los. Coloque a bolsa a frente do corpo. Translate this opinion into English.

The guide was punctual and explained the history of the markets and the formation of the city of Santiago very well. We went to a few markets, had time to take photos, and even buy something if we wanted. However, the area where the markets are located is dangerous and unsightly – which is not the guide's fault, as he was very kind and careful. So, be very careful, don't wear expensive necklaces, rings, or watches because people might pass by and snatch them. Keep your bag in front of your body. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Sep / 22 / 2025

Andrea De Paula

Santo Andre, Brazil

I travelled with my partner

O guia Jaime é extremamente atencioso e nos contou muito sobre a história dos mercados.... Em todo o tempo prestativo e até mesmo preocupado com.nossa segurança nas áreas mais vulneráveis.... Vale a pena ( e olha que para este tour estávamos somente eu e meu marido).

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Sep / 01 / 2025

Linda

Tinbeerwah, Australia

I travelled with friends

Jamie was a wealth of knowledge and educated us about the history and culture of Chile. Our walking tour exceeded our expectations and was an incredible experience. After the tour Jamie went out of his way to escort us back to our meeting point to make sure we were safe and looked after. An incredible guide and service……thank you.

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Mar / 29 / 2025

Lana Lima

Fortaleza, Brazil

I travelled with my partner

O guia Jaime foi muito pontual, simpático e bastante profissional. Nos guiou com responsabilidade e segurança por uma área que em alguns momentos foi difícil e problematica. Foram fornecidas informações durante o passeio acompanhandas de fotos que fizeram toda a diferença para contextualizar os locais visitados. Translate this opinion into English.

The guide Jaime was very punctual, friendly and very professional. He guided us responsibly and safely through an area that was difficult and problematic at times. Information was provided during the tour accompanied by photos that made all the difference in contextualizing the places visited. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Feb / 22 / 2025

Sally Hoult

Exeter, United Kingdom

I travelled with my partner

James was an excellent tour guide, he took time to explain in Spanish then in English the HISTORY of the Santiago markets which we weren’t expecting. He had to take us to difficult areas where he explained, quite thoroughly but without unnerving us, of the problems with security which are sadly extreme at present. He was reassuring. We hadn’t expected the history of the markets but he allowed us time to take photos. Not an easy tour given the circumstances and he was great . Thanks Jaime

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Jan / 18 / 2025

Antoine Guiot

France

I travelled with my partner

Vraiment excellent Jaime est un super guide , très professionnel il nous a fait découvrir des endroits dans lequels nous ne serions pas aller sans lui. Il nous montre la vraie vie de certains quartier populaire de Santiago en nous mettant toujours le contexte historique : c’était passionnant

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Jan / 11 / 2025

Karen

Montevideo, Uruguay

I travelled by myself

El tour por los mercados fue una experiencia diferente y enriquecedoea. El guía, Jaime, fue muy informado y amable. Este recorrido nos permitió ver una faceta distinta de Santiago, explorando su cultura a través de los mercados. Sin duda, lo recomiendo para quienes buscan algo fuera de lo común y auténtico. ¿Te gustaría ajustar Translate this opinion into English.

The market tour was a different and enriching experience. The guide, Jaime, was very knowledgeable and friendly. This tour allowed us to see a different side of Santiago, exploring its culture through the markets. I definitely recommend it for those looking for something off the beaten path and authentic. Would you like to adjust your experience? Opinion translated. Show original.

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Dec / 28 / 2024

Guillermo Celso Garcia Rodriguez

Spain

I travelled with friends

Jaime es un crack y en este tour te enseña como vive la gente normal, el pueblo llano y no solo la parte turística, el mercado central es muy bonito y más turístico que, por ejemplo, el mercado de la Vega donde se ve como viven los lugareños, para mí fue una experiencia brutal, Translate this opinion into English.

Jaime is a genius and on this tour he shows you how normal people live, the common people and not just the tourist part, the central market is very pretty and more touristy than, for example, the Vega market where you can see how the locals live, for me it was a brutal experience, Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 29 / 2024

Jose Luis Lopez

Caba, Argentina

I travelled with my partner

Junto con mi esposa, hicimos el walking tour de los Mercados de Santiago, tuvimos como guía a Jaime, que hizo un excelente trabajo, mostrando su profundo conocimiento sobre la historia de los mercados, su gente, sus costumbres y sus historias. Súper recomendable Translate this opinion into English.

Together with my wife, we did the walking tour of the Markets of Santiago, we had Jaime as a guide, who did an excellent job, showing his deep knowledge of the history of the markets, their people, their customs and their stories. Super recommended Opinion translated. Show original.

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Mar / 16 / 2024

João

Brazil

I travelled with my partner

Excelente tour. O guia Jaime explica muito bem a região e fala inglês e espanhol. A região dos mercados é muito movimentada e o próprio guia aconselha não deixar objetos de valor na mão. Então mesmo não tendo problema nenhum, é voltei lá depois sozinho, o primeiro contato com a região aconselho ser em um tour. Durante o passeio passamos por vários restaurantes com comida típica com preços acessíveis e até paramos para tomar uma bebida tradicional chamada terremoto. Translate this opinion into English.

Excellent tour. The guide Jaime explains the region very well and speaks English and Spanish. The market area is very busy and the guide himself advises not to leave valuables on hand. So even though I didn't have any problems, I went back there later alone, the first contact with the region I recommend being on a tour. During the tour we passed by several restaurants with typical food at affordable prices and we even stopped to have a traditional drink called earthquake. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Nov / 24 / 2023

Karla Alícia

Cdmx, Mexico

I travelled with my partner

Un recorrido alternativo que te acerca a la realidad del sector popular de Chile. Creo que conocer un lugar pasa por entender sus luchas cotidianas y sus necesidades básicas. Este tour permite acercarse a eso, a Chile lejos de glamour. Todo de la mano de un gran guía, que sabe de lo que habla y da maravillosas recomendaciones gastronómicas. Lo recomiendo mucho. Translate this opinion into English.

An alternative tour that brings you closer to the reality of the popular sector of Chile. I believe that knowing a place involves understanding its daily struggles and basic needs. This tour allows you to get closer to that, to Chile far from glamorous. All from the hand of a great guide, who knows what he's talking about and gives wonderful gastronomic recommendations. I highly recommend it. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Nov / 18 / 2023

Claudia Montero

Buenos Aires, Argentina

I travelled with my partner

Un paseo muy completo lleno de información y explicaciones a cerca de la idiosincrasia chilena muy interesante, nuestro guía Jaime es excelente, amabilidad y corrección, muy recomendable. El tour es una experiencia de contrastes , se camina mucho dura casi 3 hs . Translate this opinion into English.

A very complete tour full of information and explanations about the very interesting Chilean idiosyncrasy, our guide Jaime is excellent, kindness and correctness, highly recommended. The tour is an experience of contrasts, there is a lot of walking and it lasts almost 3 hours. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Feb / 06 / 2020

Jorge Alejandro

Ciudad De Mexico, Mexico

Nuestra experiencia fue buena, ya que vimos la vida desde la perspectiva de un local, aprendimos un sobre los principales puntos de comercio y los productos, Recibimos recomendaciones de donde comprar, comer, visitar tranquilamente, incluso en donde ser precavidos Felicitaciones a nuestro guía Translate this opinion into English.

Our experience was good, since we saw life from the perspective of a local, we learned about the main points of trade and products, We received recommendations on where to buy, eat, visit quietly, even where to be cautious Congratulations to our guide Opinion translated. Show original.

Oct / 11 / 2019

Marisol

Bs As, Argentina

I travelled with my partner

El Tour fue muy interesante. Se tornó muy extenso cuando varias personas del grupo decidieron realizar compras en el mercado. Creo que debería haber un tiempo máximo para esto (fue de más de 40 minutos). Ademas, aún no recibí las fotos. En el link veo las de otros grupos pero ninguna de las que nos tomaron en los diferentes tours que hicimos.

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Sep / 12 / 2019

Anonymous

Montevideo, Uruguay

I travelled with friends

El guia Carlos muy bien, en todas sus intervenciones y en su trato. Muy ubicado con las sugerencias de pago x su trabajo, a diferencia de otro guía,, que constantemente solicitaba pago por su trabajo y emitía juicios políticos muy radicales; además de presentar, aliento alcohólico, presencia no deseada para ser guiado en grupo.

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