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Ushuaia, Argentina

Things to Do in Ushuaia

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Beagle Channel Navigation with Minitrekking

Most booked tours and tickets in Ushuaia

King Crab Route 4WD Off Road with lunch in Puerto Almanza

King Crab Route 4WD Off Road with lunch in Puerto Almanza

4.8275 reviews8h
Tierra Del Fuego National Park and Fin del Mundo Train (INCLUDED)

Tierra Del Fuego National Park and Fin del Mundo Train (INCLUDED)

4.8256 reviews5h 30m
Lakes 4WD Off Road with Lunch at Lake Fagnano from Ushuaia

Lakes 4WD Off Road with Lunch at Lake Fagnano from Ushuaia

4.8251 reviews7h 30m
4x4 Off Road Tour to the Great Lakes with Lunch

4x4 Off Road Tour to the Great Lakes with Lunch

4.8231 reviews7h
Tierra del Fuego National Park, Ushuaia City Tour Shore Excursion

Tierra del Fuego National Park, Ushuaia City Tour Shore Excursion

4.5167 reviews5h
Tierra del Fuego National Park – Small Groups. Optional Train

Tierra del Fuego National Park – Small Groups. Optional Train

4.9137 reviews5h 30m

Tickets and tours by attraction

The best options for each of Ushuaia's top sights, compared.

Top sights in Ushuaia

  1. 1Tierra del Fuego NP
  2. 2Beagle Channel
  3. 3Martial Glacier
  4. 4End of World Train
  5. 5Maritime Museum
  6. 6Antarctic Gateway
  • Gateway to Antarctica: Ushuaia is the primary departure point for Antarctic expeditions. Boarding a ship here for the Drake Passage crossing is a rite of passage for polar travelers, offering a tangible connection to the world's last great wilderness.
  • Tierra del Fuego National Park: Explore the world's southernmost national park, a pristine landscape of mountains, glaciers, forests, and peat bogs. Hike the Senda Costera trail, visit Lapataia Bay, and stand at the literal end of the Pan-American Highway.
  • Beagle Channel Adventures: Sail the historic waters of the Beagle Channel to see Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse, observe colonies of sea lions and cormorants on Isla de los Lobos and Isla de los Pájaros, and visit a Magellanic penguin colony on Martillo Island.

Tickets and passes in Ushuaia

Lakes District 4x4 Full-Day Tour with Lunch from Ushuaia

Lakes District 4x4 Full-Day Tour with Lunch from Ushuaia

4.8194 reviews7h
Full Day Tour of Cabo San Pablo and Estancia Pirinaica

Full Day Tour of Cabo San Pablo and Estancia Pirinaica

4.898 reviews9h
Trails of Tierra del Fuego National Park from Ushuaia

Trails of Tierra del Fuego National Park from Ushuaia

4.556 reviews4h 30m
4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego

4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego

4.356 reviews8h

Food and drink experiences in Ushuaia

Penguin Watching and King Crab Route 4x4 with Lunch

Penguin Watching and King Crab Route 4x4 with Lunch

4.622 reviews8h

Day trips and outdoor activities from Ushuaia

Vinciguerra Glacier Trekking and Premium Floe Lagoon

Vinciguerra Glacier Trekking and Premium Floe Lagoon

4.9241 reviews7h 30m
Catamaran Tour through the Beagle Channel and Penguins in Isla Martillo

Catamaran Tour through the Beagle Channel and Penguins in Isla Martillo

4.2127 reviews5h
Martillo Island: Boat Trip to the Penguin Colony & Beagle Channel

Martillo Island: Boat Trip to the Penguin Colony & Beagle Channel

4.3115 reviews5h

Hidden gems in Ushuaia

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Laguna del Caminante

A stunning, secluded glacial lake high in the Andes behind the Martial Glacier, accessible via a challenging but rewarding full-day hike.

Cerro del Medio Viewpoint

A residential street (Calle Gobernador Paz) in the La Misión neighborhood that ends at a stunning, free panoramic overlook of the entire city and channel.

Museo Acatushún de Aves y Mamíferos Australes

A small, specialized museum at Estancia Harberton dedicated to the southern birds and marine mammals of the region, with an extensive skeleton collection.

Paseo de los Artesanos

A small, covered alleyway near the old prison featuring stalls of local artisans selling handmade woolens, jewelry, and woodcrafts.

Tren del Fin del Mundo's 'Cascada de la Macarena' Stop

A brief stop on the End of the World Train route where passengers can disembark to see a waterfall and a reconstruction of a Yámana settlement.

Day trips from Ushuaia

Tierra del Fuego National Park

12 km, 20-30 min by car or bus

Explore the southernmost national park on Earth, where mountains meet the sea. This protected area encompasses dramatic landscapes of subantarctic forest, peat bogs, glaciers, and coastline along the Beagle Channel.

Estancia Harberton

85 km, 1.5 hours by car (plus boat transfer for penguin island)

A historic missionary settlement and working ranch founded in 1886. It's a fascinating cultural site with a museum, and it's the departure point for visiting the nearby Magellanic penguin colony on Martillo Island.

Lago Escondido & Lago Fagnano

60-100 km, 1-2 hours by car or tour

Journey north into the heart of Tierra del Fuego's interior to discover two massive, stunning lakes surrounded by dense forests and mountains. The Garibaldi Pass offers a breathtaking viewpoint.

Plan your Ushuaia trip

Things to do in Ushuaia: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Ushuaia?+

Top sights include Tierra del Fuego NP, Beagle Channel, Martial Glacier and End of World Train. Away from the crowds, try Laguna del Caminante and Cerro del Medio Viewpoint.

What are the most popular tours in Ushuaia?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Beagle Channel Navigation with Minitrekking (4.8 stars, 724 reviews); King Crab Route 4WD Off Road with lunch in Puerto Almanza (4.8 stars, 275 reviews); Tierra Del Fuego National Park and Fin del Mundo Train (INCLUDED) (4.8 stars, 256 reviews).

How much do tours in Ushuaia cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €46 and €230 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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