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Bellavista, Lastarria & Barrio Italia | Bars & Politics

Duration: 3h
Languages: English
Guru: Carlos
Quality Verified Registered on June 10, 2019

Born and raised in Santiago, for the last ten years I have dedicated myself to showing my city to people from all over the world. Formally trained in literature, avid traveler and passionate about creating genuine human connections, I will be waiting for you to help you discover the place I know best in the world! @carlosvasquez_scl Spanish tour is conducted by Tomás

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Immerse yourself in the most alternative and bohemian side of Santiago with the three essential nightlife neighborhoods, Bellavista, Lastarria and Barrio Italia.


We will focus in the unwritten history of Santiago, gastronomy and nightlife to discover how in a few years Santiago went from a dictatorship to becoming one of the most open and interesting cities in Latin America, the gestation of a unique underground life, political and counterculture movements, bars scene, its LGBT+ universe, prominent local design and everything that you won't find in Wikipedia or history books.

This tour includes:

* Pablo Neruda Museum  (entrance not included, exterior visit only)

* Hidden beer garden (where locals hang out)

* Patio Bellavista (gatronomic center) 

* Plaza Baquedano (epicenter of politics, protests and revolutions)

* Gabriela Mistral Fine Arts Center (exterior visit only)

* Lastarria neighborhood (bars, LGBT+ scene, gastronomic and nightlife recommendations)

* Metro ride (you must bring your own metro card with enough credit for one trip beforehand, essential requirement)

* Barrio Italia (design, dining and nightlife recommendations)


 Important:


* You will need your own transportation "bip" card  with enough credit for one trip

* The tour does not include food stops

* English Only
 

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Pío Nono 382, Recoleta, Providencia, ...
    Pío Nono 382, Recoleta, Providencia, Región Metropolitana, Chile
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    We will be waiting right in the corner of Pio Nono st. and Constitución st. this is the main entrance to the funicular and the zoo, we will be holding a "FREE TOUR" sing and wearing a pink outfit

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Plaza Caupolicán - Pío Nono
  • 2
    Outside visit
    La Chascona - Fernando Márquez de La Plata
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Plaza Camilo Mori - Antonia López de Bello
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Jardín Mallinkrodt - Mallinkrodt
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Patio Bellavista - Constitución
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Baquedano Square
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center - Avenida Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Feria De Lastarria - José Victorino Lastarria
  • 9
    Outside visit
    Forest park
  • 10
    Outside visit
    National Museum of Fine Arts - José Miguel de La Barra
  • 11
    Outside visit
    Paseo Estación Italia - Avenida Italia
  • 12
    Outside visit
    Italy neighborhood

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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Ty 03 May 2024
Newcastle upon Tyne

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
The best and most interesting tour I had in Santiago, Carlos was very deep into very complex topics that no one dares to talk about today, complemented with unknown yet beautiful places.
Rob 03 May 2024
Quebec City

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Travelled alone - Mar 2024
It was a very special tour with tremendously interesting places and content, which I could not have found on my own.
Elora 03 May 2024
North Bay

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
Cultural avant-garde and high quality content, a must do.
Tom Hotaling 26 Apr 2024
Mannheim

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Travelled alone - Mar 2024
Unique, fresh, interesting and a great opportunity to meet an amazing guide and travelers.
Sarah 26 Apr 2024
Celebration

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Travelled alone - Mar 2024
It was the highest content of any other tour I've ever been on.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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