Top Things to do in Isla Chiloe
What to do and see in Isla Chiloe, Los Lagos Region: The Best Free Things to do
Although it's only a 30-minute ferry crossing away from mainland Chile across the Chacao Channel, verdant Isla Chiloe – the largest in the Chiloe archipelago – is another world. Sixteen wooden churches clustered around Castro on the island's east coast have UNESCO World Heritage status, and traditional palafitos (houses on stilts) dot its shores. To the west, Chiloe National Park shelters foxes, sea lions and otters and provides unspoiled terrain for horseback riding, sea kayaking and fishing.
Restaurants in Isla Chiloe
1. Lago Huillinco
2. Iglesia San Francisco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Made almost entirely of wood – with wooden arches, buttresses and columns - this church was constructed by local artisans between 1910 and 1912.
Reviewed By albertsebastian - Melbourne, Australia
A short uphill hike from the port, this church is worth the effort. All wood inside and outside, well maintained. Just on the opposite of the city's well-laid gardens. There's a small shop for souvenirs and toilers (paid).
3. Church of San Francisco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,257 reviews
Made entirely of wood, this striking church was designed by an Italian architect in a blend of Neo-Gothic and classic design.
Reviewed By RichardK938 - West Palm Beach, United States
This church is one of the UNESCO Chiloe churches and is really pretty. It has a bright yellow exterior and a fantastic wooden interior with a vaulted ceiling made using ship building techniques. It even takes the shape of an inverted ship's hull. Don't miss this church and as many other UNESCO churches as you can take in.
4. Iglesia Santa Maria de Loreto
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
The plain brown exterior of the oldest church in Chiloe belies its interesting multicolored interior.
5. Iglesia Nuestra Senora del Rosario
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By Caf80 - Waco, United States
Loved the ceiling in this church.. after you’re done inside, go out the side door... the little yard area has some beautiful plants and birds
6. Isla Aucar
7. Iglesia de Tenaun
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By FavonianPhiladelphia
This small church has wonderful proportions. The color of blue of the church is similar to the sky. There are two other beautiful structures in this small village. It is worth the drive to see it.
8. Iglesia San Juan
9. Feria Artesanal Dalcahue
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 439 reviews
Reviewed By jennypitts - Temuco, Chile
Great place to visit. A good location to walk around and see or buy things native to the area that are hand made or caught by the local fishermen.
