San Francisco Church, Santiago de Chile

Name: San Francisco Church
Address: Av. Libertador Bernardo O´Higgins 834, Santiago de Chile, Chile

#41 among attractions in Santiago de Chile

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The San Francisco Church is a Franciscan church on Avenida Libertador General Bernardo O'Higgins, in the downtown of Santiago de Chile. The church, along with the adjacent convent, is one of the oldest colonial-era buildings in the country. It has been resistant to about 15 earthquakes of magnitude over 7. ()

Local name: Iglesia de San Francisco Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 33°26'37"S, 70°38'51"W

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Av. Libertador Bernardo O´Higgins 834Santiago Centro (San Francisco)Santiago de Chile Chile

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Day trips

San Francisco Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: La Moneda, Cerro Santa Lucia, Edificio Crillón, Centro Cultural Palacio de La Moneda.

~1930 ftW
Stately office of Chile's president
La Moneda, Santiago de Chile
10 min walk • La Moneda, the Presidential Palace of Chile, stands as a stately centerpiece in Santiago, the nation's capital. This neoclassical edifice is not only the president's seat but also a symbol of Chile's political history and architecture.
~1690 ftNE
Hill with a landscaped park and viewpoint
Cerro Santa Lucia, Santiago de Chile
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Santiago de Chile, Cerro Santa Lucia is a picturesque urban park that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This historic hill, which rises approximately 69 meters above its surroundings, is a verdant oasis that invites locals...
~1510 ftNW
Shopping, Department store
Edificio Crillón, Santiago de Chile
8 min walk • The Edificio Crillón stands as a testament to the architectural elegance of early 20th-century Santiago, Chile. This historic building, located in the heart of the city's downtown area, is an emblematic structure that harmoniously blends the past with the present.
~1890 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Performing arts
Centro Cultural Palacio de La Moneda, Santiago de Chile
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Santiago de Chile, the Centro Cultural Palacio de La Moneda is a vibrant hub of culture and arts that beckons visitors and locals alike. This contemporary museum, situated beneath the iconic Plaza de la Ciudadanía, offers a unique subterranean...
~1970 ftN
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Casa Colorada, Santiago de Chile
10 min walk • Casa Colorada is a colonial house built located in Santiago, Chile. It was built in 1769, by Joseph de la Vega for Mateo de Toro y Zambrano, and currently houses the Museo de Santiago. The house has a clay-tiled roof, balconied windows, and deep-red walls, and consists of two storeys.
~1890 ftW
Square, Specialty museum, Historical place
Plaza de la Ciudadanía, Santiago de Chile
10 min walk • Plaza de la Ciudadanía is a public square located in the southern façade of the Palacio de La Moneda in Santiago. It used to be part of the grass garden and parking area of the Palace.
0.4 miW
Square
Plaza de la Constitución, Santiago de Chile
11 min walk • The Plaza de la Constitución is a plaza occupying a full square block in the heart of the civic district of Santiago, Chile.
~1390 ftSW
33°26'47"S • 70°39'2"W
Mall Chino, Santiago de Chile
7 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~740 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Municipal Theater, Santiago de Chile
4 min walk • The Teatro Municipal, National Opera of Chile is the most important stage theatre and opera house in Santiago, Chile.
0.4 miN
Church, Joaquín Toesca, Sacred and religious sites
Basilica de la Merced, Santiago de Chile
10 min walk • The Basilica de la Merced is a basilica located in Santiago, Chile. It was founded by the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy and constructed in 1795. It is a Chilean National Monument.
~820 ftNE
Expansive library in a stately building
National Library of Chile, Santiago de Chile
4 min walk • The National Library of Chile is the national library of Chile. It is located on the Avenida Libertador General Bernardo O'Higgins in Santiago, in a building completed in 1925, though its history reaches to the early nineteenth century before it was relocated to its current home.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to San Francisco Church?

Nearby attractions include Museo Colonial, Santiago de Chile (1 min walk), Barrio París-Londres, Santiago de Chile (3 min walk), University of Chile, Santiago de Chile (4 min walk), Municipal Theater, Santiago de Chile (4 min walk).

How to get to San Francisco Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Francisco Church:

Metro

Santa Lucía • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Universidad de Chile • Lines: 1, 3 (6 min walk)

Bus

Terminal de buses (7 min walk)
Parada 1 / Miraflores - Merced • Lines: 517 (11 min walk)

Train

Estación Zoológico Nacional (32 min walk)
Estación Cumbre (37 min walk)