7 Nov 2025
Punta Arenas and Strait of Magellan
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CITY TOUR
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WINE AND FOOD FESTIVALS
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INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
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FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
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PALEONTOLOGY AND ARCHEOLOGY
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SHOPPING
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URBAN TOURISM
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CASINOS
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ADVENTURE AND SPORTS
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RURAL TOURISM
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NAUTICAL EXPERIENCES
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CRUISES
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NIGHTLIFE
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NATURE AND ECOTOURISM
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WINE AND GASTRONOMY
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PARKS AND NATURE RESERVES
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TYPICIAL CUISINE
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OBSERVATION OF FLORA, FAUNA, AND LANDSCAPES
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CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Updated on 21 de November, 2025
Where Patagonia meets the sea
Located next to the Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas is a city with a port and livestock tradition, with various museums, beautiful viewpoints, and navigation points towards the magical landscapes of Tierra del Fuego. A strategic base for Antarctic exploration, from here you can visit the San Isidro Lighthouse, the Francisco Coloane Marine Park, and the Pali Aike National Park, among others.
You can also sail to Isla Magdalena and Isla Marta, home to penguins, sea lions, and seabirds. Within the city, the impressive Municipal Cemetery and the Nao Victoria Museum stand out, a full-scale replica of Ferdinand Magellan’s ship.
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Monte Aymond Border Complex
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Punta Arenas
How to get there
How to get there by air
You must travel to Presidente Carlos Ibáñez del Campo Airport (PUQ), the main gateway to Patagonia. The airport has direct flights from Santiago and seasonal connections to Argentina. From the air terminal, take a bus, taxi, or transfer for the 20 km journey to the center.
How to get there by land
From Puerto Natales, take an intercity bus that covers the 250 km along Route 9 (3 hours). This is the main means of regional connection. You can also access it by land from Río Gallegos, Argentina, using binational bus services.
Must-Know Tips
The climate of Punta Arenas is subpolar oceanic, which is characterized by its low temperatures throughout the year and strong winds. Therefore, it is essential to bring footwear, windbreakers, and raincoats.
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