Flea Market Walking Tour
Description
At the indicated time, we'll meet up at the Franklin metro station, to begin this tour of the Flea Market and its surrounding area.
In the vicinity of the slaughterhouse, we'll see the "conventillos" (tenements) and hear all about how they work. In the 1970s, the prosperity of the slaughterhouse came to an end with its move to another sector of Santiago de Chile. During the walking tour, we'll visit the old facilities which today is a lively market for fish, vegetables, meat, and many other fresh products. This is a genuine treat for your senses!
After visiting the Franklin Slaughterhouse Market, we'll head to the Huemul I neighbourhood and its neighbours Huemul II and Huemul III, three residential areas of working-class origin. We'll stop in front of two striking buildings: the Huemul Theatre and the Caja de Ahorros Bank. This last building was built at the beginning of the 20th century with the best materials and still exudes the elegance and splendour of that era!
Strolling around the Huemul neighbourhood we'll find several "galpones", street stalls selling everything including antiques, furniture, and technology. We'll also take the opportunity to talk about the haunted sanatorium in the area, which conceals a terrifying legend.
To finish the walking tour, we'll go to Vítor Jara Park, where we'll briefly explain the legacy of this author in Chilean folklore before bidding farewell after two and a half hours of touring this fabulous area.
More Information
Duration
2h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
English–speaking guide
When to book?
You can book up until 18 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
Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required.
Sustainability
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:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The show represents local culture.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Latin Style Travel
Corporate name: Jaime Mois Corona
Pets
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 - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Metro Franklin.
