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Santiago Free Tour: Stories that Live On
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Martin Soto
Duration
2h 30min
Meeting point
Plaza de Armas, Santiago, Chile
Languages
Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Did you know that Santiago was built on an ancient Inca settlement? Or that in a downtown church there is an image of Christ whose crown was left on his neck after an earthquake more than 350 years ago?
In "Santiago: stories that are still alive" we will tour the historic center of the city to discover stories, characters and places that connect the past with the present.
We will visit emblematic sites such as Plaza de Armas, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Casa Colorada, the Municipal Theater and Cerro Santa Lucia. During the tour we will talk about the pre-Hispanic world, the arrival of the Spaniards, the colony, independence and different key moments in the history of Chile.
We will also explore the presence of the native peoples, especially the Mapuche culture, and how their influence is still alive in the language, the names of communes and the cultural identity of Santiago.
More than memorizing dates, this tour seeks to understand how history is still present in everyday life and to discover the stories that still live in the city.
In "Santiago: stories that are still alive" we will tour the historic center of the city to discover stories, characters and places that connect the past with the present.
We will visit emblematic sites such as Plaza de Armas, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Casa Colorada, the Municipal Theater and Cerro Santa Lucia. During the tour we will talk about the pre-Hispanic world, the arrival of the Spaniards, the colony, independence and different key moments in the history of Chile.
We will also explore the presence of the native peoples, especially the Mapuche culture, and how their influence is still alive in the language, the names of communes and the cultural identity of Santiago.
More than memorizing dates, this tour seeks to understand how history is still present in everyday life and to discover the stories that still live in the city.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Plaza de Armas
- Chilean National Library
- Santa Lucía Park
- Municipal Theatre of Santiago
- Puente Cal y Canto L2 L3
- Museo Historico Nacional
- Christ of May
On arrival
We will meet at Plaza de Armas, right in front of the Pedro de Valdivia Monument (Reference Monjitas Street with 21 de Mayo).
Things to note
It is recommended to bring a bottle of water, sunscreen and comfortable walking shoes. In summer Santiago can reach high temperatures during the day, so it is also a good idea to bring a hat or sunglasses.
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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