Punta Arenas, Chile

Punta Arenas by Foot

The Frontier City of Southern Chile Discover the frontier spirit of Punta Arenas, the largest city in southern Patagonia. Meet your guide and walk to the Ancud monument, dedicated to the schooner that carried the first settlers here in 1843. Stop at the historic pier to see a large colony of cormorants and observe their interesting behavior. Head toward the city center along the pleasant Colón Avenue, where you will find several neoclassical mansions including the Municipal Theater, the Braun Menéndez Museum and the Sara Braun Palace—each a reminder of the wool boom that brought business and immigrants here at the turn of the 20th century. Arrive at Plaza de Armas to see the monument to Ferdinand Magellan, the explorer who first sailed these waters, and explore the handicraft market. Climb to the Cerro de la Cruz observation deck for panoramic views of the city before returning to your ship. * Demanding - Physically challenging activities, including extensive walks, hiking, riding, water sports, and high altitude activities. Activities by foot may contain difficult, unpaved surfaces and/or multiple stairs and steep inclines. Total time walking or standing may exceed 3 hours.