About this place
Hanga Roa’s parish church—carved wooden interior, stained glass, and a quiet stop between town walks.
The Catholic parish church of the Sacred Heart (Sagrado Corazón) anchors the spiritual life of many Rapa Nui families. Its interior blends European ecclesiastical forms with Polynesian carving motifs—worth a respectful visit outside Mass times. Services follow the diocesan calendar; dress modestly if you step inside during opening hours.
Etiquette
Treat the building as an active parish, not a museum: keep voices low, silence phones, and avoid flash photography where posted. Donations for upkeep are welcome but never obligatory.
