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Magdalena Island
Magdalena Island is a small, uninhabited island located in the middle of the Strait of Magellan that, along with neighboring Marta Island, is part of the Los Pingüinos Natural Monument in Chile. Every spring in the Southern Hemisphere, tens of thousands of pairs of Magellanic penguins return to the island to dig burrows in the grassy slopes and sandy soil to nest, lay eggs, and raise their chicks, staying until around March of the following year when they leave the island with their grown chicks. The time the penguins spend on the island is the prime season for visiting. Combining wildlife observation, strait scenery, and maritime history, it is a representative destination for exploring the natural ecology of Chilean Patagonia.Punta Arenas · 35.4 km from downtown
Mirador Cerro De La Cruz
Mirador Cerro De La Cruz is an observation deck with a prime location, featuring a spacious terrace at its base where you can take in the magnificent views of the city.Punta Arenas · 419m from downtown
Museo Nao Victoria
Museo Nao Victoria is located in Punta Arenas, Chile, and is a unique maritime museum focused on historical maritime exploration. The museum's core exhibit is a full-scale replica of the Victoria, the ship used in Magellan's circumnavigation, which was the first ship in history to complete a voyage around the world. Visitors can board this replica ship to experience 16th-century maritime life. In addition to the Victoria, Museo Nao Victoria also displays replicas of other historical ships, such as the Beagle, which Darwin sailed on, and the pirate ship Anna. These exhibits provide visitors with rich historical context and maritime knowledge. The museum's exhibitions use interactive displays and information boards to detail the history and voyage stories of each ship. The museum offers guided tours to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of the historical background of the exhibits. Parking facilities are available nearby, making it convenient for self-drive visitors.Punta Arenas · 6.8 km from downtown
Monumento Natural Los Pinguinos
Punta Arenas · 35.6 km from downtown
Plaza Armas Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas · 620m from downtown
Museo Salesiano / Magiorinno Borgatello
Punta Arenas · 1.4 km from downtown
Cape Froward
Cape Froward (Cabo Froward) is located on the northern shore of the Strait of Magellan and is the southernmost point of the South American mainland. Cape Froward can only be reached by hiking from the end of the road at Rio San Pedro. On the mountain at Cape Froward, there is a large metal cross commemorating Pope John Paul II's visit to Chile in 1987.Punta Arenas · 85.1 km from downtown
Monumento al Ovejero
Punta Arenas · 2.1 km from downtown
Monumento Hernando De Magallanes
The monument was built around 1920 to commemorate the navigator who discovered the Strait of Magellan. The monument is about 10 meters high and is made of bronze.Punta Arenas · 617m from downtown
Costanera
Punta Arenas · 1.1 km from downtown
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巫球王December 17, 2019
5.0
Chile's Penguin Island is a stunning and picturesque tourist destination! Named after the many penguins that inhabit it, it's a must-see for tourists, photo-ops, and Instagram-worthy spots! Come check it out!
Magdalena Island
137***66April 11, 2020
5.0
The scenery is picturesque, deeply moving, and the food is delicious.
Mirador Cerro de la Cruz (Cross Hill Observation Deck) is located high above Punta Arenas. The scenery is picturesque and the whole city is in full view, which is very touching. Sitting in a restaurant on the hill and enjoying lunch, you can enjoy this coastal city, which is even more enjoyable.
Mirador Cerro De La Cruz
_TI***s7February 14, 2023
5.0
Far from the town proper but a good experience to see a different kind of museum💞
Museo Nao Victoria
M32***23April 11, 2020
5.0
A round trip hike from 5 to 6 days. Beautiful scenery, complex route with 3 river crossings, 1 of which was at least waist deep water and very icy. Passing through rocks and muddy mobs. But it was totally worth it. The views from Cape Froward to the entire channel were beautiful. The bus left at 7:30 from Ignacio Carrera with Chiloé.
Cape Froward