Timeline
18:34
Grab a coffee and settle in while the streets are quiet. Coffeteria opens at 08:30, so you will be there right when it starts.
19:34
Walk over to Plaza Café for a cheap three-course lunch. It is a pleasant spot to eat before the afternoon crowds arrive.
20:09
Head to the Bernardo O'Higgins statue. The golden light begins around 20:19, casting a warm glow on the monument as the sun sets toward the WSW.
20:49
Parque Central Alameda Bernardo O'Higgins
End your walk in Parque Central Alameda Bernardo O'Higgins. The park is a short stroll from the statue, offering a place to sit and reflect on the view.
Local tip
The golden light window is brief. Arrive at the statue with enough time to find a good angle before the sun dips below the horizon.
Check before you go
- Coffeteria is open Mo-Fr 08:30-19:00.
- Plaza Café has no listed hours, but is best for a mid-morning or early lunch visit.
Worth knowing
- Coffeteria is open at 18:34 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Santiago (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).