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Centro Deportivo y Parque Recreativo Leñadura, Punta Arenas - Caja Los Andes

Centro Deportivo y Parque Recreativo Leñadura, Punta Arenas - Caja Los Andes

2.7
Punta Arenas · 5.9 km from downtown
Plaza Quinto Centenario

Plaza Quinto Centenario

2.7
Magallanes · 1.9 km from Punta Arenas
Turismo Fin del Mundo

Turismo Fin del Mundo

2.6
Punta Arenas · 796m from downtown
Santuario Maria Auxiliadora

Santuario Maria Auxiliadora

2.6
Punta Arenas · 1.3 km from downtown
Palacio Sara Braun

Palacio Sara Braun

2.5
5.0/5
1 reviews
This is a historic museum that houses artifacts such as furniture, paintings, and household items, making it a great place to learn about Punta Arenas in the last century.Punta Arenas · 657m from downtown
Torres del Paine National Park
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Torres del Paine National Park

8.4
4.9/5
23 reviews
Torres del Paine National Park's "Paine" originates from the local Tehuelche word meaning "blue," and the park was named for the deep blue glacial lakes that surround it. The park is famous for its granite peaks that soar into the clouds, numerous glaciers, and lakes of varying colors. The park's core views are concentrated in the Paine Massif area. Three granite spires known as the Torres del Paine rise into the sky, forming a recognizable skyline together with the Cuernos del Paine. Grey Lake and Grey Glacier are spots for viewing icebergs and glacial calving, with blue ice chunks that have broken off from the glacier's edge often floating on the lake. French Valley is surrounded by towering rock walls, and from the valley floor, one can look up at the shark-fin-shaped granite ridges. Nordenskjöld Lake features emerald-green water that sets off the Cuernos del Paine in the distance. The classic W Trek connects the three major attractions of Grey Glacier, French Valley, and the Torres del Paine, making it a popular multi-day hiking route in the park. The park is located in the transition zone between the Magellanic subpolar forests and the Patagonian steppe, featuring four vegetation zones: steppe, shrubland, forest, and Andean desert. The guanaco is a common mammal in the park, and pumas, grey foxes, and the endangered huemul also inhabit the area. As for birds, the Andean condor circles between the cliffs, and the rhea runs across the grasslands.Chile · Torres del Paine
Lord Lonsdale

Lord Lonsdale

2.5
Punta Arenas · 2.1 km from downtown
Mirador De Los Soñadores

Mirador De Los Soñadores

2.5
Punta Arenas · 826m from downtown
Club Naval de Campo Rio de Los Ciervos

Club Naval de Campo Rio de Los Ciervos

2.4
Punta Arenas · 4.9 km from downtown
Monumento A Tripulantes Goleta Ancud

Monumento A Tripulantes Goleta Ancud

2.4
Magallanes · 1.4 km from Punta Arenas

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Magdalena Island
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Magdalena Island

5.8
4.5/5
25 reviews
Punta Arenas · 35.4 km from downtown
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Half-Day Tour to Magdalena Penguin Island in the Strait of Magellan from Punta Arenas, Chile

Half-Day Tour to Magdalena Penguin Island in the Strait of Magellan from Punta Arenas, Chile

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16 days · Buenos Aires - Uruguay - Argentina - Falkland Islands - Chile - San Antonio

16 days · Buenos Aires - Uruguay - Argentina - Falkland Islands - Chile - San Antonio

4.7/5
4,488 reviews10 booked
Explore South America and experience a true ocean crossing
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Majestic Princess
4
Depart from Buenos Aires
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15 days · Buenos Aires - Uruguay - Falkland Islands - Chile - Argentina - Buenos Aires

15 days · Buenos Aires - Uruguay - Falkland Islands - Chile - Argentina - Buenos Aires

4.8/5
5 reviews8 booked
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4
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Chile half-day tour to Magdalena Island penguin colony and Strait of Magellan from Punta Arenas
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Chile half-day tour to Magdalena Island penguin colony and Strait of Magellan from Punta Arenas

Duration: 2.5 hrs
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Half-day Tour to Magdalena Island and Marta Island from Punta Arenas, Chile - Walk with Penguins
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Half-day Tour to Magdalena Island and Marta Island from Punta Arenas, Chile - Walk with Penguins

Duration: 2.8 hrs
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13-Person Punta Arenas Day Tour to King Penguin Park in Porvenir, Tierra del Fuego
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13-Person Punta Arenas Day Tour to King Penguin Park in Porvenir, Tierra del Fuego

Duration: 15 hrs
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Punta Arenas: Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island
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Punta Arenas: Walk with Penguins on Magdalena & Marta Island

4.9/5
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1-day tour from Punta Arenas to Torres del Paine National Park + Mylodon Cave Natural Monument
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1-day tour from Punta Arenas to Torres del Paine National Park + Mylodon Cave Natural Monument

Duration: 16 hrs
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Chile 1-day tour to Porvenir Tierra del Fuego king penguin colony from Punta Arenas for 13 people
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Chile 1-day tour to Porvenir Tierra del Fuego king penguin colony from Punta Arenas for 13 people

Duration: 14.6 hrs
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Chile 1-day tour to Torres del Paine National Park and Mylodon Cave Natural Monument from Punta Arenas
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Chile 1-day tour to Torres del Paine National Park and Mylodon Cave Natural Monument from Punta Arenas

Duration: 16 hrs
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Punta Arenas cruises

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23 days · New York - North America - South America - Seattle

23 days · New York - North America - South America - Seattle

4.4/5 · 26 reviews · 2 booked
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Norwegian Bliss4
Depart from New York
From EUR 1,807
17 days · Fort Lauderdale - Aruba - Panama - Costa Rica - Mexico - Puerto Vallarta

17 days · Fort Lauderdale - Aruba - Panama - Costa Rica - Mexico - Puerto Vallarta

4.8/5 · 8 reviews · 2 booked
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Island Princess3
Depart from Fort Lauderdale
From EUR 1,044
20 days · New York - Dominican Republic - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Guatemala - Mexico - San Francisco

20 days · New York - Dominican Republic - Colombia - Panama - Costa Rica - Guatemala - Mexico - San Francisco

4.4/5 · 26 reviews
Norwegian Cruise Line ·
Norwegian Bliss4
Depart from New York
From EUR 1,701
42 days · Fort Lauderdale - North America - South America - Antarctica - Buenos Aires

42 days · Fort Lauderdale - North America - South America - Antarctica - Buenos Aires

4.8/5 · 9 reviews
Holland America Line ·
Zaandam3
Depart from Fort Lauderdale
From EUR 7,993
71 days · Fort Lauderdale - North America - South America - Antarctica - Fort Lauderdale

71 days · Fort Lauderdale - North America - South America - Antarctica - Fort Lauderdale

4.8/5 · 9 reviews
Holland America Line ·
Zaandam3
Depart from Fort Lauderdale
From EUR 12,079
37 days · San Diego - North America - South America - Buenos Aires

37 days · San Diego - North America - South America - Buenos Aires

4.2/5 · 3 reviews
Holland America Line ·
Nieuw Amsterdam4
Depart from San Diego
From EUR 3,317
17 days · San Diego - Mexico - Costa Rica - Panama - Aruba - Fort Lauderdale

17 days · San Diego - Mexico - Costa Rica - Panama - Aruba - Fort Lauderdale

Cruise Central America and the Caribbean, and discover the wonders of the canal and coral islands
4.8/5 · 8 reviews
Princess Cruises ·
Island Princess3
Depart from San Diego
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17 days · Fort Lauderdale - Aruba - Panama - Costa Rica - Mexico - San Diego

17 days · Fort Lauderdale - Aruba - Panama - Costa Rica - Mexico - San Diego

4.8/5 · 8 reviews
Princess Cruises ·
Island Princess3
Depart from Fort Lauderdale
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What travelers say about Punta Arenas

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M32***23April 11, 2020
5.0
This is a truly classic piece of architecture par excellence that has clearly stood the test of time. Even if you don't have the time to get out and really enjoy it, at least drive by and take a quick look. It's fantastic!

Palacio Sara Braun

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_TI***k0September 16, 2023
5.0
Must visit. Did a day trip from El Calafate to Torres del Paine. Felt like we stepped into a painting with a filter. I didn't realise such colours could exist naturally. Would visit again but complete a trek.

Torres del Paine National Park

Trip Moments in Punta Arenas

I Saw This on a Postcard, but the Reality in Torres Del Paine Left Me Speechless!

I Saw This on a Postcard, but the Reality in Torres Del Paine Left Me Speechless!

“I remember seeing images of the Cuernos del Paine..”@Arzmy Hargreaves · torresdelpaine · 17 days ago
🏔️ Torres del Paine, Chile 🇨🇱 — Where the Mountains Touch the Sky!

🏔️ Torres del Paine, Chile 🇨🇱 — Where the Mountains Touch the Sky!

“Some places make you pause, take a deep breath, and realize just how extraordinary our planet is.”@NOMADIC NOMAN · torresdelpaine · 8 days ago
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2-hour direct flight to Antarctica, skip the days of seasickness on the ocean

2-hour direct flight to Antarctica, skip the days of seasickness on the ocean

“Antarctica deters many travelers, not because of the cold, but because of the two-day boat ride across the Drake Passage, where the waves can make you seasick enough to question everything.”@鸿鹄逸游定制旅行，专为您提供稀缺体验、管家服务。 · 7 days ago

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What are the recommended tours and excursions in Punta Arenas?

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Chile half-day tour to Magdalena Island penguin colony and Strait of Magellan from Punta Arenas, Half-day Tour to Magdalena Island and Marta Island from Punta Arenas, Chile - Walk with Penguins, and 13-Person Punta Arenas Day Tour to King Penguin Park in Porvenir, Tierra del Fuego. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 4, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Punta Arenas is around EUR 135.81 – EUR 200.92. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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