Ushuaia, Argentina AR

Ushuaia, the city at the end of the world

At the southernmost tip of South America, Ushuaia is a legendary city known as the 'End of the World'. Nestled between the Andes mountains and the icy waters of the Beagle Channel, it offers breathtaking scenery of glaciers, subantarctic forests, and rich wildlife. As a gateway to Antarctica and Tierra del Fuego, Ushuaia is a haven for lovers of raw nature, epic hikes, and polar adventures. Dive into our guide to plan your journey to the edge of the world.

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Top 6 Must-See Places

Tierra del Fuego National Park
1.Tierra del Fuego National Park
Beagle Channel
2.Beagle Channel
End of the World Train
3.End of the World Train
Maritime Museum & Ushuaia Prison
4.Maritime Museum & Ushuaia Prison
Martial Glacier
5.Martial Glacier
Laguna Esmeralda
6.Laguna Esmeralda

Must-Try

Centolla – Giant crab, local specialty
🍽️Centolla – Giant crab, local specialty
Patagonian lamb – Roasted lamb from Patagonia
🍽️Patagonian lamb – Roasted lamb from Patagonia
Black hake – Fish with delicate flesh
🍽️Black hake – Fish with delicate flesh

Good to Know

  • πŸ—£οΈ Languages: Spanish
  • 🌀️ Weather: Oceanic subpolar climate, cool and humid year-round
  • πŸ’Ά Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS)
  • πŸ›©οΈ Airport: Ushuaia International Airport – Malvinas Argentinas (USH)
  • πŸš‡ Transportation: Taxis, local buses, organized tours

Quick Tips

  • πŸ•’ Time Zone: UTC-3
  • πŸ’³ Payment: Prefer cash, some small places don’t accept cards
  • 🍽️ Meal Times: Lunch 12pm-3pm, dinner 7pm-10pm
  • 🚰 Water: Generally safe tap water, but better to check
  • πŸ”Œ Electric Plugs: Type C and I (220V, 50Hz)

Emergency Numbers

  • πŸš“ Police: 101
  • πŸš‘ Emergency: 107
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