Plaza Gabriela Mistral on San Cristóbal Hill

A space where nature and play come together

Plaza Gabriela Mistral is one of the most fun and emblematic places for families visiting San Cristóbal Hill.

Inaugurated in 1968 and designed by the renowned Chilean sculptor Federico Assler, this square combines nature, art and recreation in an environment designed especially for children.

Its name pays tribute to Gabriela Mistral, the renowned Chilean poet and winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1945.

Here, young and old can enjoy ample green areas, colourful play spaces and old restored locomotives that today are part of a fun recreational zone full of imagination and adventure.

Educational games to learn and have fun

One of the square's main attractions are its educational and musical games, designed to stimulate children's creativity, coordination and skill.

Through movement, sounds and exploration, the little ones can learn while they play in a safe environment surrounded by nature.

The traditional restored locomotives have become true icons of the place, inviting children to climb aboard, explore and create their own stories.

Thanks to its combination of heritage, play and green areas, Plaza Gabriela Mistral is a must-stop for those looking to enjoy a different family experience within the Metropolitan Park.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed Plaza Gabriela Mistral?

Chilean sculptor Federico Assler. It opened in 1968 and is named after the poet Gabriela Mistral, winner of the 1945 Nobel Prize in Literature.

What is there for children at Plaza Gabriela Mistral?

Educational and musical play structures that stimulate creativity and coordination, large green areas and old restored locomotives that children can climb on.