Inaugurated in 1732 by the Jesuit architects Bianchi and Prímoli, it keeps its original Baroque altarpieces; the high altar is worked in Alto Peru silver with Inca-style ornament, and the Altar of Relics was, by tradition, a gift from Charles III of Spain.
- Address
- Junín 1904, Recoleta
- Hours
- not verified
- Best time to go
- Morning, Afternoon · About 30 min
- Price
- Free (active church)
- Price level
- $
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- It sits right next to the Recoleta Cemetery entrance; visit both together.
- The carving of San Pedro de Alcántara is attributed to Alonso Cano.