Top Things to do in Punta Arenas
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Things to do in Punta Arenas, Magallanes Region: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Overlooking the Strait of Magellan, this isolated city in southern Patagonia bustles with windswept trekkers en route to glacier-filled Torres del Paine National Park or an Antarctic cruise. Before transiting, take note of the mansion-lined main square, Plaza Muñoz Gamero; the City Cemetery, with its elaborate tombs; and the Sara Braun Palace and Braun Menendez Residence, a preserved slice of the city's wealthy pioneer past. Daily flights connect the city with Santiago and Ushuaia.
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1. Hindu Temple
2. Parque del Estrecho de Magallanes
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4.5 based on 839 reviews
The Magallan's Strait Park is a protected area of almost 250 hectares. The primary objective is the conservation and divulgation of the natural and historical heritage within it. The places of interest within the Park are: - Museum 'Of the Strait' (Interpretation Center): The landscape’s centinel, with its 1.600 square meters which include cafeteria, souvenir shop, panoramic terrace and an interpretive-multimedial display. - Fort Bulnes NHM Site: Two kilometers beyond the Interpretation Center and covering an area of 4 hectares, lies the reconstruction of the first chilean settlement of the territory. - Coastal Trail: Low to medium difficulty pedestrian-only trail extending for about one mile that runs through the woods and rocky parts around the Fort. - Wind Forest Trail: Low difficulty pedestrian-only trail extending almost 300 meters (330 yards) leads to the famous Del Estrecho lookout.
Reviewed By manuelaE3038WG - Montevideo, Uruguay
Great experience: high quality museum, picturesque fort and nice walk. It is also very well managed. We went with our rented motorhome and got assistance all the way to make sure we could drive smoothly
3. Plaza Munoz Gamero
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4.5 based on 657 reviews
The central plaza of Punta Arenas, where local vendors sell homemade crafts.
Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States
The Plaza Muñoz Gamero, also known as the Plaza de Armas, is the main public space in Punta Arenas. The square was declared a Typical Zone in 1991, by the Council of National Monuments. In the center there is a bronze sculpture that was inaugurated in 1920 and that represents the navigator Hernando de Magallanes. It is a busy square with lots of locals and tourists. Most travelers in Punta Arenas will visit this square. Certainly very highly recommended to walk around the square and taking some pics.
4. Cementerio Municipal
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4.5 based on 2,556 reviews
Reviewed By Mahal2013 - Berwick, Australia
this without doubt is one of the best cemetery I have been too. I really enjoyed exploring graves and mausoleums walking along the manicured cypress trees. Wide variety of tombs and lots of history as well as great photo opportunities. Well worth spending an hour or so wandering around. In fact, I have a spare 30mins now, I think I will go back!
5. Memorial to Ferdinand Magellan
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4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States
This memorial monument dedicated to Ferdinand Magellan is very impressive and located in the main square of Punta Arenas. Certainly worth taking a closer look for any traveler in Punta Arenas.
6. Fundo San Fernando
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4.5 based on 39 reviews
7. El Galpon
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 429wilhelmj - Calera de Tango, Chile
"El Galpon" is a great spot for a "crash course" on the Magallanes area. If you're staying for a short period of time, it's a must! They start off with a presentation on a bit of history to continue with a sheep shearing show which os great for the kids and if you haven't ever seen the process. Of course there is the local "cordero al palo" (the cook makes a real good one!) and if you ask a bit you can see how the threading process works as well as an antique car museum. The place is really beautiful, with a lot of local decorations. Since it's actually IN Punta Arenas, it's perfect if you're on your way to anywhere (Paine Towers, Fort Bulnes, etc).
8. Monumento a Hernando de Magallanes
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4.5 based on 465 reviews
Reviewed By 716sachink - Plainview, United States
This statue dedicated to Ferdinand Magellan the portuguese explorer is located in the main square of Punta Arenas. It is indeed impressive and certainly worth taking a closer look, while in Punta Arenas.
9. Santuario Maria Auxiliadora
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4.5 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By WorldTravelers34 - Chicago, United States
The Santuario María Auxiliadora is a grand parish church with a colorful and impressive interior. Inside the church is a a series of religious icons, paintings and stained-glass windows. The church dates to 1911 and honors the Virgin Mary for her help in protecting the indigenous people of Tierra del Fuego’s Dawson Island. The Santuario María Auxiliadora is just a 15-minute walk from Plaza Muñoz Gamero, Punta Arenas’ historic central square.
