Castillo Hidalgo
Castillo Hidalgo
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- Bellas Artes • 5 min walk
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Chaitanya
Cambridge, Canada1,457 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Great viewpoint and lookout view for seeing the city of Santiago. Worth walking to for a walk and checking out the place. Located in the santa lucia park and takes about 1-2 hrs to see the place.
Written June 20, 2024
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bukagirl
New Jersey4,215 contributions
Dec 2019 • Solo
So much to see and do here, a beautiful park with trails ponds fountains and a castle with cannons.
A must see when in Santiago the whole hillside explore.
A must see when in Santiago the whole hillside explore.
Written December 31, 2019
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Damien S
Adelaide, Australia6,973 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
It’s in the centre of town, it’s 100% free of charge and you get amazing views. The walk up the hill in parts can be steep. Plenty of little places to but water or an ice cream. The views are amazing! Do go and visit!
Written January 23, 2019
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JnVSydney
Greater Sydney, Australia21,349 contributions
Feb 2023
The main structure of the castle was closed during our visit, and looked like it had been for a while, the grounds and lookout is worth a visit, however, for a main tourist attraction, the place is in poor shape, the steps going up to the lookout are quite perilous, and most walkways to lead out of the grounds are closed in including the main entrance, via the monumental fountain.
Written February 7, 2023
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JRTheChief
Edwardsville, Il.258 contributions
Feb 2020
The castle is currently used as an event space. The views of Santiago from the hill are great. Just remember, it's all uphill and watch your step.
Written March 4, 2020
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Pantherboy
Georgetown, Australia4,806 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
A fantastic oasis in the middle of the city. Enter from the corner of Merced and Saint Lucia for the main part of the Castle. Enter from opposite the University Catolica to go right to the top and the stunning views. You can walk right around from either entrance. Various vendors to get a drink or ice-cream.
Written April 11, 2019
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA17,770 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
A curiosity up on top of the hill. If you dare march all the way to the top you will be rewarded with some great smoggy views and this weird building.
Written February 2, 2019
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Ron P
Greenfield, UK1,509 contributions
Oct 2017 • Friends
The park is only accessible to tourist vehicles, locals are requested to walk from street level to the summit. From the upper car park there is still a steep climb up a series of stone stairs to the viewing platform on the tower top. Views over the city to the snow capped mountains on the horizon are stunning. There are no public toilets or cafes at this location. Look out for the commemoration plaque to Charles Darwin as you climb the last few steps to the top.
Written November 3, 2017
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mtngirl38
Canada131 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
This was my favorite thing to do in the city. I'm so glad we went. It is a maze of walking trails up to a castle. Great views at the top. Along the way you will see turrets, statues, cannons, lizards, birds, stone entranceways, grand fountains, dungeons, castle walls, buildings, and trees. We took the time to explore all the different paths and found something new and interesting each way we went. It's also a great place to take kids. They will love climbing on the cannons and finding secret rooms. At the same time you get some good exercise. I would not recommend it for people in wheelchairs or that have trouble walking though.
Written August 20, 2017
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Jarko2015
Amsterdam, The Netherlands1,731 contributions
Jul 2017 • Solo
At the top of the Saint Lucia park and gardens, you'll find incredible views of Santiago. There are quite a few rambling, small buildings and art to explore as you climb to the summit, including the Castillo and a small church. It's not an easy climb and can only be done on foot, but the views are so good, it's worth every step. The very summit viewing platform is crowded and I think a few people were nervous at the lack of space, but it seems very safe, despite the low walls. It's built into the rock, so it's very secure.
Written July 11, 2017
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Virginia F
Belo Horizonte, MG
Consigo visitar o castelo? Existe alimentação lá? Que tipo ? Preciso reservar?
Written November 17, 2016
Não precisa agendar para visitar, existe alimentação somente nas proximidades.
Written December 5, 2016
Subir es gratis solo te piden que te registres
Written February 5, 2017
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