USHUAIA

Ushuaia is the capital of the Tierra del Fuego region of Argentina. It’s familiarly referred to as “El Fin De Mundo”, which translates to “the end of the world”, as it is the southernmost point of the continent. Ushuaia is a popular launch point for travelers venturing down to Antarctica and into Patagonia.

Ushuaia is a compact town, and you’ll find shops, restaurants, and cafes lining Avenue San Martin, which is the main thoroughfare. Be sure to try some Beagle Channel King Crab and chocolate—two specialties of the region. One street over, you’ll find a pleasant waterfront walkway that will take you to Plaza Islas Malvinas, a memorial for the Argentinean soldiers killed during the Falklands War.

If you’re curious in learning more about Ushuaia’s past, there are several museums to visit. Get the scoop on Ushuaia’s history at the Museum at the End of the World and the Maritime Museum. To learn more about early Antarctica expeditions, pay a visit to The Museum of Antarctica.

Eager to get out into nature? Head into the famous Tierra del Fuego Park. The pristine Magellanic subpolar forests are abundant with exciting wildlife, waterfalls, mountains, and landscapes. An accessible way to visit Tierra del Fuego is booking a ride on El Tren del Fin Del Mundo—a 7 stop train tour that runs through the park. For time in nature that’s closer to the port, embark on the Martial Glacier Hike. The 3.6mi/5.95km trail out and back is a climb, but you’ll be rewarded with stunning glacier views.

Need help navigating Ushuaia? Across the street from the pier is an excellent tourist information with maps, WiFi, bathrooms, and people who are able to answer all your Ushuaia travel questions.

PORT FAST FACTS

DOCKED OR TENDERED?

Could be either, based on how busy the port is. In peak tourism season, smaller expedition vessels take the dock, while larger ships anchor offshore and tender.
TERMINAL BUILDING OR PIER?

Not at the dock or the tender pier.
WIFI AVAILABLE?

Not right on the port, but very close by inside the main tourist information center across the street from the pier.
PUBLIC RESTROOMS ASHORE?

Available inside the tourist information center across the street.
TOURIST INFORMATION?

Across the street from the pier is the main Ushuaia tourist information center.
MAPS AVAILABLE?

Not right on the pier, but at the tourist information center.
TAXIs / PUBLIC TRANSPORT?

Taxis were available outside the port in the downtown area. There was also a hop on hop off style bus offered locally right in front of the port.
ATMs / MONEY EXCHANGE?

Not right at the port on most recent visit.