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Private Punta Arenas Pioneers and Palacios City Tour

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Private Punta Arenas Pioneers and Palacios City Tour

About this activity

Travel through the history of Patagonia’s people, and learn the stories of struggle and success that changed Punta Arenas from a remote outpost into one of the most important cities of the 19th century.

Feel the salt breeze ripple through ancient branches as you listen to the stories of the past, brought to life by your guides. Learn about the earliest peoples to call Patagonia home, and the many mysteries that surround their existence.

Visit this open-air museum to see the tools and treasures of Punta Arenas’ early citizens. Learn about their struggle to survive on the landscape, and how, to this day, the untameable wilderness of Patagonia dictates the way of life here.

Go of the beaten path to enjoy the varied architecture and nostalgic beauty of historic neighbourhoods in Punta Arenas. Learn the stories of the diverse people who have lived here and what they did to shape Patagonia’s identity.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Indomita Adventures Patagonia

Ages: Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Admission fees: Admission fee

Not included

  • Not included: Bottled water

Itinerary

  1. Museo Del Recuerdo

    one hour Admission included

    Visit this open-air museum to see the tools and treasures of Punta Arenas’ early citizens. Learn about their struggle to survive on the landscape, and how, to this day, the untameable wilderness of Patagonia dictates the way of life here.

  2. Cementerio Municipal

    30 min Admission included

    Look behind the scenes into a slice of Patagonian culture with a visit to the historic Punta Arenas Municipal Cemetery. Pay respects to notable townspeople, and learn about the close relationship the living maintain with their dead.

  3. Palacio Sara Braun

    30 min Admission included

    Go behind the scenes and into the home of Punta Arenas' first -and most powerful- female entrepreneur and her rags-to-riches husband.

  4. Mirador Cerro De La Cruz

    30 min Admission included

    Go off the beaten path to enjoy the varied architecture and nostalgic beauty of historic neighborhoods in Punta Arenas. Learn the stories of the diverse people who have lived here and what they did to shape Patagonia’s identity.

  5. Plaza de Armas

    30 min

    Visit Downtown Punta Arenas to meet the rich and famous characters whose Palacios ring the Plaza de Armas.

  6. Punta Arenas

    one hour

    Finish your tour at a little-known local gem to taste local foods and flavours, paired with a tasting selection of local wines, beers, or fresh juices.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Plaza
  • Hotel Los Navegantes
  • Hostal Ainil
  • Hotel Carpa Manzano
  • Hostal del Estrecho
  • Hotel Mercurio
  • Hotel Finis Terrae
  • Hospedaje Betty
  • Apart Hotel Quillango
  • Hotel Cabo De Hornos
  • Hotel Almasur Punta Arenas
  • Hostal Del Tuto

and 19 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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