Ushuaia
Tourism Sites
Beagle Channel Boat Tour
🧠 Fact: Named after Charles Darwin’s ship, The Beagle.
💡 Tip: Dress warm — it’s windy even in summer
Info - Exploring the famous Beagle Channel by boat is a must in Ushuaia. These cruises offer stunning views of snow-covered mountains, remote islands, and iconic landmarks like Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse. Along the way, visitors often spot sea lions, cormorants, and, in season, whales and penguins.
Martial Glacier
🧠 Fact: Just 7km from town, it offers great views of the Beagle Channel.
💡 Tip: Chairlift ride saves your legs for the summit.
Info - Adventure seekers can hike to Martial Glacier, located just minutes from Ushuaia. The trail rewards visitors with panoramic views of the Beagle Channel, surrounding mountains, and Ushuaia far below. In winter, it’s also a favorite spot for skiing and snowshoeing
Museo Marítimo (Old Prison Museum)
🧠 Fact: Housed in the city’s former prison from 1906.
💡 Tip: Go early — it’s huge and worth taking your time.
Info - For history enthusiasts, the Museo Marítimo (Old Prison Museum) provides a fascinating look into Ushuaia’s past. Housed in a former penitentiary, the museum tells the story of the city’s early settlers, its notorious prison, and maritime history, with preserved cells and nautical exhibits.
Tierra del Fuego National Park
🧠Fact: Argentina’s only national park with a sea coast.
💡 Tip: Don’t miss Lapataia Bay — it’s literally the end of the road.
Tierra del Fuego National Park is Argentina’s southernmost national park, located just outside Ushuaia. A landscape of dense forests, serene lakes, rugged peaks, and dramatic coastlines, it’s perfect for hiking and wildlife spotting. Popular trails lead to viewpoints over Lapataia Bay and tranquil forest paths filled with native flora and fauna.
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Train to the End of the World
🧠 Fact: Follows the old prison supply route from the early 1900s.
💡 Tip: Sit on the left side for the best views.
Info - The nostalgic Train to the End of the World carries passengers along a scenic route once used to transport prisoners. Today, it’s a charming tourist attraction that winds through forests, rivers, and valleys, offering a unique perspective of Tierra del Fuego’s wilderness.