Punta Arenas, Chile Cruises

Punta Arenas, Chile Cruise Port

Located on the world’s historic trade routes and overlooking the Strait of Magellan, Punta Arenas is one of the southernmost cities on earth. Before the construction of the Panama Canal, Punta Arenas played an important role in history during the California Gold Rush as it was a haven for great clipper ships. Cruise to Punta Arenas, often referred to as “The End of the World”, and enjoy the unique location combined with the sea atmosphere – both of which have turned the city streets, hills and harbor into a quaint paradise. With the Queen deeming Punta Arenas a tax-free zone, it is a shopper’s paradise with merchandise and goods from all over the world. Featured below are a few of our favorite experiences for the cruise port of Punta Arenas, Chile:

• Hop on a ferry and head over to Isla Magdalena which is home to thousands of penguins.
   
• Shop and dine your way around Punta Arenas’ Main Square where you can also see locals hanging out.
   
• For the adventurer at heart, kayak the Strait of Magellan.