The 15 Best Walking Tours in Chile

1.Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 611 reviews · 5 hours · from $150Our pick

Join Solo Expediciones for a five-hour bilingual trip from Punta Arenas to Magdalena and Marta islands. Walk near wild Magellanic penguins with guides such as Sebastian and Rafael, then watch sea lions from the boat. Coffee is included, but expect cold, wind, boat motion, and a weather-dependent visit to Marta.

“We loved our experience! Sebastian was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable :) Getting to watch the sunrise from the top of the boat and see the sea lions on Isla Marta was very cool. Seeing the penguins up close was AMAZING and being able to have a hot drink after the walk was much appreciated. The transport worked smoothly and everyone knew what they were doing. It’s expensive but so is the public ferry to the island. It’s definitely worth doing the tour and we’d recommend it to others!”

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2.Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 459 reviews · 3 hours · from $25Best value

Start at Palacio de la Moneda and walk Santiago’s historic core with Eugenio, Eugene, or another English, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide. See the Cathedral, Plaza de Armas, Bellas Artes, Santa Lucia Hill, Lastarria, and Bellavista in a small group of up to 10 people.

“Eugene was extremely knowledgeable, and the pace was very manageable. I’d definitely recommend him and this tour.”

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3.Santiago Half-Day Walking Tour with Hotel Pick up & Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 148 reviews · 5 hours · from $48

Start with pickup in Providencia, Las Condes, or Santiago, then ride through Sanhattan before walking the historic center, cathedral, markets, La Moneda, Santa Lucia Hill, and city parks. English, Portuguese, and Spanish guides lead small groups, with a snack and flexible drop-off included.

“We really enjoyed this tour and our guide, Tephi. She was a knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was a mixture of driving and walking. The driving allowed us to get a little further out than just a walking tour would have allowed. Also having a small group gave us flexibility walking thru plazas and other tourist areas. Santiago is an amazing city and exploring it with Tephi was one of the highlights of our trip!”

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4.Walk alongside Penguins on Magdalene Island and navigate Marta Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Start early in central Punta Arenas, ride by coach and boat to Isla Magdalena, and spend an hour walking beside Magellanic penguins. Guide Sebastian and other bilingual staff share facts in English and Spanish. Then circle Isla Marta for sea lions, cormorants, and seabirds, with hot drinks on board.

“Scenery and wildlife were wonderful. Boat was new and comfortable. Check-in process as well as more space at office for the vol7me of people would be good.”

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5.2 Hour Walking Tour in Valparaiso

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $35Top rated

Walk Valparaíso with guides such as Joaquín, Alex, Cata, Gonzalo, Felipe, and Javi, following a route through murals, churches, hilltop promenades, Baburizza Palace, and two classic funiculars. The 2-hour-15-minute tour ends near the port and suits first-time visitors who want local context without a full-day commitment.

“This was a great introduction to a one-of-a-kind city. We were lucky to have Joaquin as our guide. He knew the city very well and showed us an interesting variety of street art, significant places, and local characters. For anyone concerned about safety, Joaquin is very cautious and we felt much safer with him than if we had wandered by ourselves.”

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6.Private Custom Walking tour with A Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 88 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $36

Meet a local guide such as David or Martin for a private Santiago walk built around your interests. See major sights, use public transport when useful, and add museum visits if arranged ahead. Tours last 2 to 8 hours, with hotel pickup in central Santiago.

“David was terrific. This was our first visit to Santiago. David did a great job of educating us on the history of Santiago, Chile and important sites in the city. I'd highly recommend using him. After the tour, he showed us how to use the subway which we took back to our hotel. He called me to be sure we arrived safely - very thoughtful!”

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7.2-Hour Walking Tour of Yungay The Coolest Neighborhood in Chile

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Walk from Quinta Normal to Concha y Toro with a local guide such as Pedro or MJ, stopping at the Human Rights Museum, old passages, Plaza Yungay, cafés, palaces, and art-filled squares. This 3 p.m. tour offers a thoughtful look at Santiago beyond the usual sights.

“Enjoyed hearing the inside story to many of the places we visited. The area appeared vibrant and energetic. It was delightful to see the many murals, the architecture, the charm of the alleys and streets, the various establishments that continue to operate and thrive such as the french beauty salon, the sandwich shop, the polish family home converted to a restaurant, the cat alley and the professor’s house. Most of all our guide was knowledgeable, affable and interesting and we certainly learned from discussions related to the human rights museum.”

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8.Valpo in 1 day: Authentic + Famous! Semi-private walking tour & public transport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $80

Spend seven hours with a local Patatour guide such as Catalina, Cristian, Paula, or Danae, moving through Valparaíso by foot and public transport. Visit Caleta Portales, the markets, Cerro Concepción, Cerro Alegre, and Paseo 21 de Mayo, with time for lunch and guide-led customization.

“This is a fantastic way to spend a day in Valparaiso. Our guide, Christian, was terrific. He was born and raised in the neighborhoods we explored on foot giving us unique perspective. The excursion is about 7 hours but included a long break for lunch at a great but reasonably priced restaurant. We covered a lot of ground on foot and various forms of public transportation. Total steps walked was about 7,500 ( 3.5 miles) but not strenuous. The street art was fascinating. Highly recommend this tour of you want to experience the essential Valparaiso up close. Do it! You won’t regret it”

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9.Famous Valparaíso! Premium Walking Tour with a Native Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $40

Walk Valparaíso with a native guide such as Catalina, Felipe, Cristian, or Sebastian, exploring Plaza Sotomayor, Cerro Alegre, Cerro Concepción, street art, craft stalls, and two historic funiculars. The $40 tour also includes an electric trolleybus ride, sunscreen, and sanitizer.

“Great walking tour. Felipe explained this section of the Valparaiso, Concepcion, with interesting facts as he showed us it's unique charm. Gave great recommendations which we followed up the next day on our own. Felipe's interest and pride in his city made for a wonderful day (as well as the day after). Thanks Felipe.”

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10.Santiago de Chile Private Walking Tour-5 Hours with Hotel Pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $130

Explore central Santiago with a private guide such as Pablo, Sofia, Julio, or Eduardo. Walk from La Moneda to Santa Lucia Hill, Plaza de Armas, Central Market, Lastarria, and Bellavista, using public transport and stopping for an empanada or local drink.

“Very informative and gave us a wonderful overview of the city. It gave us a good feel for Chile and it's history. Put your walking shoes on!”

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11.Magdalena Island Navigation & Penguin Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 73 reviews · 5 hours · from $209

Sail from Punta Arenas to Magdalena Island and spend about an hour walking near Magellanic penguins in the Los Pingüinos Natural Monument. A bilingual guide explains the birds and island ecology. Check your departure time carefully: meeting points vary between Muelle Prat and Terminal Tres Puentes.

“The island and the penguins were great but the trip was terrible. First off since it was advertised as shore excursion we assumed that we would have transportation. Nope After having their information translated by a taxi man we found out that we needed to take a taxi to the car ferry port We did get there on time but no one was there to help us. Someone else told us what to do. The car ferry cost $50 the taxi costs $10 and we paid $230 for what????? Don't waste your money.”

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12.Walking Tour Valparaiso, History & Art – Private Optional

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 59 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $42

Walk from Condell 1154 to Muelle Prat with a local guide, exploring Valparaíso’s plazas, hills, murals, viewpoints, and naval monuments. Expect stories about Juan de Saavedra, Aníbal Pinto, Arturo Prat, and Rafael Sotomayor, plus a rest stop at Empanaderia 190 Varieties.

“What an amazing tour that covers all things Valpo! Geans is fantastic and does a wonderful job explaining all the colorful history in town.”

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13.City Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 51 reviews · 3h 30m · from $45

This 210-minute tour pairs Santiago’s historic center with Santa Lucia Hill, Bellavista, Bicentenario Park, and modern Sanhattan. Hotel pickup, transport, and a guide are included. English, Portuguese, and Spanish are offered, though you should confirm your language before booking.

“Fantastic! Our guide, JP, was incredible as well as the driver, Tomas. Very knowledgeable and provided great information. JP’s English was impressive.”

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14.Santiago Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $35

Meet a Santiago local such as Sebastian, Maria, Cristobal, or Vicente for a private two-to-six-hour walk. Set your pace, choose your interests, and ask for hotel pickup in central Santiago. Expect practical city advice, local stories, and stops such as Santa Lucia Park, markets, churches, or San Cristobal Hill.

“Talking to the local guide about life in Chile. Shame there wasn't more about the older history of Chile including the indiginous people.”

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15.Must-See Sites Walking Tour With A Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $31

Meet your English- or Spanish-speaking guide at Hotel Reina Victoria for a three-hour walk through Valparaíso. Expect harbor views, historic squares, street art, Cerro Alegre cafes, old funiculars, and local stories from guides such as David, Luis, and Carlos.

“The best way to visit Valparaiso. Luis was just amazing More than 3 hours along the street of Valparaiso, coming into shops, bank to discover every secret of the city. Great experience with Luis !”

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