Santiago de Chile Sightseeing Bus
Routes & Stops
The Santiago hop-on hop-off bus takes you through the Chilean capital in the most comfortable way to discover the history of its most iconic landmarks. You can hop on and off as many times as you like throughout the day, making it the perfect way to build your own itinerary.
This open-top double-decker is ideal for admiring the grandeur of iconic places. The English audioguide will provide you with fascinating historical and cultural facts about Santiago de Chile.
Depending on the option you choose when booking, you can enjoy the following tours:
Route 1
This route has 10 stops. It connects the city’s main landmarks, parks, and historic district:
- Parque Arauco: A major shopping center featuring international brands.
- Parque Bicentenario: A 27-hectare oasis with lagoons and flamingos.
- Santiago Cable Car: Access to San Cristóbal Hill to enjoy panoramic views.
- Santiago Funicular: A city classic designated a Historic Monument.
- Plaza de Armas: The historic heart of the city, surrounded by the Metropolitan Cathedral.
- La Moneda Palace: The seat of the Chilean government.
- Santa Lucía Hill: A historic urban park with lookouts and fountains.
- Plaza de la Aviación: Famous for its monumental fountain next to the Mapocho River.
- Costanera Center: The largest shopping mall in South America.
- Las Condes Interactive Museum: Audiovisual experiences in the modern El Golf neighborhood.
Route 2
This route connects historic and bohemian neighborhoods with the following key stops:
- Triana Neighborhood: A cultural district founded in 1933 featuring traditional architecture.
- Italia Neighborhood: The epicenter of gastronomy and design, filled with art galleries and restored historic homes.
- Santa Carolina Vineyard: A century-old vineyard designated a Historic Monument, famous for its underground cellar and gardens.
Ticket Options
When making your reservation, you can choose from the following options:
1-Day Ticket
- 1-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket for route 1
- Cable car, funicular, and panoramic bus ticket for Cerro San Cristóbal
2-Day Ticket
- 2-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket for route 1
- Cable car, funicular, and panoramic bus ticket for Cerro San Cristóbal
2-Day Ticket + Wine Tasting
- 2-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket for routes 1 and 2
- Cable car, funicular, and panoramic bus ticket for Cerro San Cristóbal
- Guided tour and tasting of 3 glasses of wine at the iconic Viña Santa Carolina.
3-Day Ticket
- 3-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket for routes 1 and 2
- Cable car, funicular, and panoramic bus ticket for Cerro San Cristóbal
- Guided tour and tasting of 3 glasses of wine at Viña Santa Carolina
- Guided tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral with a climb up the bell tower and 360° views
Schedules & Frequency
Please note the following times:
Route 1
Operates Monday through Sunday from 9:30 am to 6 pm, with departures every hour. The full tour lasts 2 hours
Important: To ensure you complete the full tour, you must board the bus before 4 pm.
Route 2
1-hour tour with buses every 2 hours.
- Monday through Friday: at 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, and 5 pm
- Saturdays: at 11 am and 1 pm.
Cable Car and Funicular
Available Tuesday through Sunday.
- Winter: 10 am to 6:45 pm
- Summer: 10 am to 7:45 pm.
More Information
Duration
1 - 3d.
Language
The activity takes place with an audioguide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Included
Unlimited use of the Santiago hop–on hop–off bus for 1 or 3 days (depending on the option chosen)
English audioguide
Cable car, funicular, and panoramic bus ticket for Cerro San Cristóbal
Route 1 or 2(depending on the option chosen)
Wine tasting (depending on the option chosen)
Cathedral tour (depending on the option chosen)
When to book?
You can book up until 10 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Uses an electric vehicle.
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- Reusable headsets are used.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Turistik Cl Corporate name: TURISTIK S.A Registered Office: ENCOMENDEROS 260 11, Santiago de Chile, Chile Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): 76708000K Contact information Email: jpfassi@turistik.cl Phone: 0056 228 201 000
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