Sanctuary on San Cristóbal Hill, Santiago de Chile

Name: Sanctuary on San Cristóbal Hill
Address: Santiago de Chile, Chile

#176 among attractions in Santiago de Chile

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The Sanctuary of the Immaculate Conception on San Cristóbal Hill is one of the principal places of worship for the Catholic Church of Chile, as well as being an icon of Santiago, Chile. It is notable in particular for a large statue of the Immaculate Conception, which is located at the summit of San Cristóbal Hill, some 863 meters above sea level. ()

Local name: Santuario del Cerro San Cristóbal Coordinates: 33°25'31"S, 70°37'60"W

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Santiago Oriente (Providencia)Santiago de Chile Chile

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Sanctuary on San Cristóbal Hill – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vega Central, San Cristóbal Hill, Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Chilean National Zoo.

1 miW
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Vega Central, Santiago de Chile
25 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Santiago de Chile lies Vega Central, a vibrant market that serves as the lifeblood of the city's culinary scene. This expansive market is a treasure trove of fresh produce, meats, seafood, and a plethora of local ingredients that are...
~70 ftS
Hiking spot with panoramic city views
San Cristóbal Hill, Santiago de Chile
1 min walk • San Cristóbal Hill, a towering presence in the heart of Santiago de Chile, offers both locals and tourists a verdant escape from the urban sprawl of the city. Rising to an elevation of 880 meters above sea level, it is the second highest point in the city and a...
0.9 miSW
Contemporary art in a historic palace
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Santiago de Chile
24 min walk • The Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, nestled in the heart of Santiago de Chile, is a cultural beacon and one of the premier art museums in Latin America. Established in 1880, it is the oldest art museum on the continent, boasting an impressive collection that spans from...
~1950 ftS
Zoo with native and exotic animals
Chilean National Zoo, Santiago de Chile
10 min walk • Nestled at the foot of the majestic Andes Mountains in the vibrant city of Santiago de Chile, the Chilean National Zoo stands as a cherished natural oasis amidst the bustling urban environment. Founded in 1925, this well-established zoo is a popular attraction for both...
~1200 ftN
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Manuel Foster Observatory, Santiago de Chile
6 min walk • The Manuel Foster Observatory stands as a beacon of astronomical discovery in the bustling city of Santiago de Chile, Chile. This historic observatory, located on the San Cristóbal Hill within the Metropolitan Park, offers a unique window to the cosmos for both...
0.4 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
La Chascona, Santiago de Chile
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Santiago de Chile's bohemian Bellavista neighborhood, La Chascona is a museum dedicated to the life and works of the Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda. This unique house, named after the wild mane of hair of Neruda's third wife, Matilde...
~610 ftN
Park
Santiago Metropolitan Park, Santiago de Chile
3 min walk • Santiago Metropolitan Park, an urban oasis nestled in the heart of Santiago de Chile, stands as one of the largest parks in Latin America. Encompassing over 700 hectares, this expansive green space offers city dwellers and tourists alike a chance to escape the hustle...
0.9 miSW
Church
Iglesia de la Recoleta Franciscana, Santiago de Chile
24 min walk • The Iglesia de la Recoleta Franciscana is a church in Recoleta, Santiago de Chile. The church was declared as a National Monument in 1973.
0.7 miW
Church
Iglesia de la Recoleta Dominica, Santiago de Chile
18 min walk • The Iglesia y convento de la Recoleta Dominica is a church and convent in Recoleta, Santiago de Chile. The church and convent were declared as a National Monument in 1974.
0.9 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Santiago Museum of Contemporary Art, Santiago de Chile
24 min walk • The Santiago Museum of Contemporary Art is located in Santiago, Chile. It is one of the city's major museums, created in 1947, and is run by the University of Chile Faculty of Arts. Since 2005, the museum has had two separate sites: MAC Parque Forestal and MAC Quinta Normal Park.
0.8 miS
Iconic landmark and urban gathering place
Plaza Baquedano, Santiago de Chile
21 min walk • Plaza Baquedano, commonly known as Plaza Italia, is a major landmark in Santiago, Chile. The plaza was inaugurated in 1928, being crowned by a monument made by Chilean sculptor Virgínio Arias and featuring General Manuel Baquedano, giving the current name to the urban landmark.

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Which popular attractions are close to Sanctuary on San Cristóbal Hill?

Nearby attractions include San Cristóbal Hill, Santiago de Chile (1 min walk), Santuario Inmaculada Concepción, Santiago de Chile (1 min walk), Santiago Metropolitan Park, Santiago de Chile (3 min walk), Manuel Foster Observatory, Santiago de Chile (6 min walk).

How to get to Sanctuary on San Cristóbal Hill by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sanctuary on San Cristóbal Hill:

Train

Estación Cumbre (3 min walk)
Estación Zoológico Nacional (7 min walk)

Bus

Montecarmelo / Avenida Bellavista • Lines: 409 (13 min walk)
Los Pinones / Avenida Bellavista • Lines: 409 (13 min walk)

Metro

Salvador • Lines: 1 (17 min walk)
Cerro Blanco • Lines: 2 (18 min walk)