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Guide Location: Chile » Santiago
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 11
Tour Duration: 3 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 5.8 km
Guide Type: Self-guided city tour
# of Attractions: 11
Tour Duration: 3 hour(s)
Transportation Mode: by foot
Travel Distance: 5.8 km
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Author: vickyc
Providencia is a commune in Santiago that includes the famous shopping and nightlife district of Bellevista. In this densely populated part of the city, you will see many mansions where the elite of Santiago once lived. The Metropolitan Zoo and Teleferico are also highlights of this area. This tour will take you to the most visited places of the commune:
Tour Stops and Attractions
1) Santiago Zoo
Metropolitan Zoo of Santiago is located in the metropolitan park on Saint Christopher Hill. Children will enjoy watching and learning about the many different animals that are featured here. The zoo can be reached by funicular or cable car.
Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and Sebastian Cruz
2) Teleferico
Teleferico begins in the middle of the Providencia neighborhood. It is the cable car that carries visitors up to the Virgin Statue that is at the top of Saint Christopher Hill. From inside the car, you can admire spectacular views of the city all the way up the hill.
Image Courtesy of Flickr and Mike Disharoon
3) Centro Mori
Centro Mori is a cultural center that offers something for everyone. The center, managed by 3 Latin actors, is a place for art, theater, dance as well as other general cultural activities. There are also nice cafes where visitors can dine.
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4) Patio Bellavista
Patio Bellavista is a favorite place for both tourists and locals. It is a very pleasant plaza that has a reputation for offering good quality handcrafts, souvenirs, lapis lazuli jewels, wine stores, restaurants, cafes, art galleries.
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5) Lapislazuli House
Lapislazuli House sells unique jewelry and souvenirs made with the lapis lazuli. This beautiful semi precious stone is hidden exclusively in the lands of Chile and Afghanistan.
Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and Richard Seefeld
6) The Parish Church of the Guardian Angels
The Parish Church of the Guardian Angels was designed in neo-Renaissance architectural style. It is composed mainly of brick and the inside is finished in such a way that it looks like marble. Twin towers and a great dome characterize the outside of the church.
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7) Bicentenario Fountain
Bicentenario Fountain is a very beautiful old fountain that is illuminated at night. The fountain is located in Balmaceda Park, where you will find some nice bridges across the river and great cafes for dining.
Image Courtesy of Wikimedia and David A. Thackeray
8) Teatro Circus Ok Santiago
Coco Le Grand, the famous Chilean actor, owns the Teatro Circus Ok Santiago. You can often find him performing in this theater. Locals enjoy his plays very much, so it is advisable to get tickets in advance to be sure you have a seat.
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9) Club de Amantes del Vino
Chile is home to some famous wines known world-wide. Club de Amantes del Vino sells fantastic bottles of Chilean wines, organizes tours to area vineyards and offers valuable wine-tasting information.
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10) Restaurant Giratorio
Restaurant Giratorio can be found at the top of a local skyscraper. It is a very modern restaurant that allows visitors to dine on a great meal while enjoying an amazing 360 degree view of the entire city.
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11) Sculpture Park
Sculpture Park looks much like a botanical park that features many grand sculptures, some of which are colored. The sculptures are made mostly from stone and metal, but one of the most striking sculpture is a large iron bull.
Image Courtesy of Flickr and Alastair Rae
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