Things to Do in Punta Arenas: Highlights and Day Trips
Things to do in Punta Arenas: Plaza Muñoz Gamero, Cerro La Cruz, museums, Magdalena Island penguins, Fuerte Bulnes, Tierra del Fuego and Torres del Paine.
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We live here and know which places are worth it. These are our team's recommendations to make the most of Patagonia and Santiago, with simple facts, starting at the hotel door.
Punta Arenas & Patagonia
The gateway to Chilean Patagonia: a historic centre on the Strait of Magellan, penguins, whales, volcanoes and the road to Torres del Paine. It all starts at the hotel door.
Punta Arenas historic centre on foot: what to see
Walk Punta Arenas’ historic centre: Plaza Muñoz Gamero, Cerro de la Cruz lookout, museums and the Strait of Magellan, plus a one-day route from the hotel.
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Nature trips from Punta Arenas: penguins & whales
Penguins on Magdalena Island, whales in Coloane Marine Park, kayaking, San Isidro Lighthouse and Pali Aike volcanoes: nature trips from Punta Arenas.
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Where to eat and drink in Punta Arenas
Where to eat king crab and spit-roasted lamb in Punta Arenas, the best bars near the main square and a 7-stop beer trail, with walking times from Almasur.
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Punta Arenas travel tips: weather, wind and more
Weather, wind, daylight hours, time zone, airport, plugs, tipping and what to pack: practical Punta Arenas travel tips from the Almasur team.
Read guideHow to Get to Torres del Paine from Punta Arenas
How to get from Punta Arenas to Torres del Paine via Puerto Natales: distances, bus or car, best season, reservations and tips to plan your trip.
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Hotel Almasur Punta Arenas or Almasur Express? How to Choose
Hotel Almasur Punta Arenas or Almasur Express: we compare location, rooms and services so you can pick the right one for your trip.
Read guideSantiago & Providencia
Santiago is Chile's business capital and a leading venue for corporate events. In winter, ski resorts are less than two hours away, and all year round the city is ringed by hills and hiking trails you can see from downtown.
Corporate events in Santiago, Chile: planning guide
How to plan corporate events in Santiago, Chile: why the city, meeting formats, Almasur Providencia's rooms, airport transfers and team activities.
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Skiing near Santiago, Chile: resorts, roads and tips
Ski resorts near Santiago, Chile: Valle Nevado, La Parva, El Colorado, Farellones, Portillo and Lagunillas. Season, road, chains and snow days.
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Hiking in Santiago, Chile: hills and trails near the city
Hiking in Santiago, Chile: San Cristóbal, Manquehue, Pochoco, Aguas de San Ramón, Quebrada de Macul, Yerba Loca, El Morado and La Campana, with tips.
Read guideThings to Do in Providencia and Nearby, Santiago
Things to do in Providencia, Santiago: Barrio Italia, Sculpture Park, Costanera Center, La Chascona, Bellavista and San Cristóbal Hill. A practical guide.
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