Santiago Metropolitan Cathedral Tour

From$11
1 hour
Santiago, Chile

About this activity

Discover Santiago's iconic Metropolitan Cathedral on a guided tour, delving into its rich history and stunning architecture.

Highlights

  • Explore Santiago's iconic Metropolitan Cathedral
  • Learn about the cathedral's rich history
  • Admire the cathedral's stunning architecture
  • Discover the cathedral's role in Chilean culture
  • Experience a guided tour with expert insights

Full description

Step into the heart of Santiago's history with a guided tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral. This iconic landmark, located in the city's main square, Plaza de Armas, offers a glimpse into Chile's rich cultural heritage. Marvel at its stunning architecture, from the intricate facades to the grand interiors. Learn about its construction, the art and artifacts housed within, and its significance in Chilean society. Whether you're a history enthusiast or an architecture lover, this tour provides a comprehensive understanding of one of Santiago's most cherished monuments.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Santiago's Metropolitan Cathedral
  • Access to the cathedral's historical sections
  • Insight into the cathedral's architectural features
  • Transportation to and from the cathedral

Meeting point

Start Location

Catedral Metropolitana - Plaza de Armas, Santiago, Chile

Important information

Know before you book

  • Confirm the tour's availability on your desired date
  • Be aware of any dress codes or restrictions at the cathedral
  • Consider booking in advance to secure your spot

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
  • Bring a camera to capture the cathedral's beauty
  • Check the cathedral's opening hours before visiting

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Journey to the heart of the Cathedral.

The visit to the bell towers of the Metropolitan Cathedral was a very exciting experience. Seeing it from the base and climbing almost to the top gives a different perspective of how to see Santiago and its historic center. Ideal for a high-altitude experience where your vertigo is put to the test, even more so with sturdy stairs and handrails that make you connect modernity with the passage of time of the cathedral. Brandon, our tour guide, was very approachable in giving us an almost personalized tour; he knew a lot of history about Chile, the cathedral, and the process that its construction and its bell towers underwent. He related the historical data to the ones I also have, and they corresponded to documented data and also to the correct people; for a history buff, that is a valuable treasure because it helps you relate historical processes with the history of the church in Chile. We were accompanied by a little cat, Rominina, who joined us from the base to the top, ideal for a date and to put your fear of heights to the test. It helps you see the Plaza de Armas in a different way, and how it has changed along with Chile.

Safari16212537523Sep 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR

I loved the tour of the bell towers of the Santiago Cathedral.

My boyfriend won a visit to the bell towers of the cathedral through an Instagram contest. The experience is very nice; our guide, Brandon, was very kind, knew the historical, architectural, design, and structural data super well, explained the history of the cathedral to us at all times, helped us move around the stairs, was patient, and I was surprised by how well he handles the history and important data of the entire sector where the cathedral is located; he has good language skills and everything he was telling us was understood super well. The experience and the treatment were very good; I had a super good impression for being the first time I participated in an experience like this. I highly recommend it, and it is a good outing to learn about part of the history of our downtown and our cathedral. Also, to add for those who like kittens, Rominina, one of the cathedral's cats, accompanied us during the tour and bravely showed us how she climbed without fear up to the bell towers; without a doubt, a very nice experience and recommended for those who enjoy learning about the history of our country.

J8108GAvalentinahSep 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Experience at The Cathedral

Very good experience, the best guide Milla, thank you very much 🫶🏼

elianyo2026Sep 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Good experience

The tour was very good, the guide Millanti was very kind and explained everything to us

oriirivasSep 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Excellent cathedral tour experience

Good experience, Millanti very kind, it was a very good tour! she explained the history to us very well

712paztSep 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR