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Currency
Chilean Peso (CLP)
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Language
Spanish
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Time Zone
CLST (UTC-3)
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Best Time to Visit
Dec–Mar
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Typical Duration
7-26 nights
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Price Range
$1,175–$139,990 per person
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Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to Antarctica and the southernmost tip of South America, offering expeditions to the Antarctic Peninsula and sub-Antarctic islands with pristine wilderness experiences.
Cruises that visit Punta Arenas
- cruises to Punta Arenas
- Punta Arenas sailings
- Punta Arenas cruises
- 8-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 9-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 9-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 10-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 10-night Seabourn cruise
- 10-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 12-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 12-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 12-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 14-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 14-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 14-night Quark Expeditions cruise
- 14-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 15-night Holland America Line cruise
- 15-night Holland America Line cruise
- 15-night Seabourn cruise
- 15-night Holland America Line cruise
- 15-night Holland America Line cruise
- 16-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 16-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 16-night Silversea cruise
- 17-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 17-night Silversea cruise
Build Your Day in Punta Arenas
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
🛳 Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Plaza Armas Punta Arenas
Colourful buildings and wall art everywhere.
Zona Franca
A place where you can find all sorts of things at great prices.
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
Cerro de la Cruz
Good view of Punta Arenas with some nice public art.
Mall Espacio Urbano Pionero
There are also shoes, perfumes, accessories and supermarkets.
🕐 Open · Closes 10 PM
La Luna
Excellent drinks, food, ambiance, service, portions and prices.
Costanera
A Broken jetty - somehow incredibly fascinating.
Museo Nao Victoria
Super low key and affordable museum!
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Bar Bulnes Punta Arenas
Tasty Pizza, excellent draft beer, friendly staff, great service.
Parque María Behety
Still enjoyed our time!
Taberna Club de La Union
Service was amazing, food delicious and the restaurant has an amazing vibe!
Rústico Restobar
Tasty food, great draft beer, friendly staff, good service.
Sotito's Restaurant
Excellent food, excellent service, pleasant space.
Restaurant Estilo Magallánico
Great steaks, great service, lovely space.
La Marmita
Lovely atmosphere, fantastic food, and a menu with actual vegan choices.
Museo Regional de Magallanes
Good way to spend an hour at most.
🕐 Temporarily closed
Luan's Restaurant
Everything we ordered was delicious & the service was immaculate.
Pub Colonial
It's a very nice place with great beer and a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
Reserva Nacional Magallanes
The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful with tips.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
La Tabla Restobar
Big portions with reasonable price + Patagonia beer on board.
Restaurant La Casa De Doña María
Beautiful restaurant, nice service and delicious food.
La Cuisine
The service and atmosphere are very nice and the food is superb.
🕐 Opens soon · 7:30 PM
Solo Expediciones - Excursiones - Patagonia
Must do in the area, and well organized.
🕐 Closes soon · 8 PM
Birra! Cerveza & Buena Mesa
Excellent service, chill vibe, and great selection of food and drink.
Restaurante La Yegua Loca
Besides excellent views of the Straight, all of our dishes were excellent.
Bruna Gastrobar
Best place to party
Olé Tapas & Copas
Great atmosphere, music and friendly staff.
GALERIA PATAGONIA
🕐 Closes soon · 8 PM
Monumento Hernando De Magallanes
Great place to visit
Palacio Sara Braun / Club de la Unión
My favorite museum in Punta Arenas.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Monumento A Tripulantes Goleta Ancud
Benancia Elgele, carrying a chicken as a symbol of new life and sustenance;
Municipal Craft Center - Punta Arenas
I found interesting items I couldn’t find anywhere else.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
zonaustral Zona Franca
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
Bodega 87
So, OK food, great drinks, fun and good atmosphere and nice staff.
🕐 Opens soon · 7:30 PM
Gradozero Outdoor
The store is well-equipped with high-quality brands.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Galería Palace
🕐 Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Thu
Aima Restaurant
The space is exquisitely curated, and the food is beyond amazing.
La Cervecería HdeM Bar
Great beer great food,great location looking over the straits of Magellan.
Vieja Patagonia
Beautiful vintage shop with really cool selection and assortment!
🕐 Closes soon · 7:30 PM
Shackleton Bar & Coffee
Nice cocktails in a cool, historic setting.
Roca Souvenirs
Decent collection and good price
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
Tours Punta Arenas
We visited some attractions in Punta Arenas on the way back, too.
Punta arenas
Mirador de la Patagonia
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Punta Arenas
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas stands as one of the Southern Hemisphere's most important cruise hubs, with nine major cruise lines calling at this strategic port in Chilean Patagonia. Whether you're embarking on an Antarctic expedition or simply stopping between destinations, you'll find excellent cruise infrastructure and frequent sailings throughout the peak season. With 138 upcoming cruises and typical itineraries spanning seven nights, Punta Arenas serves as the primary launching point for unforgettable journeys to the Antarctic Peninsula, South Shetland Islands, and beyond.
During your time in port, you'll discover a charming city with genuine Patagonian character. The waterfront area invites leisurely exploration, while the regional museum offers fascinating insights into the area's maritime heritage and Antarctic exploration history. Most cruisers find the compact downtown easily navigable, making it simple to stretch your legs and soak in the local atmosphere before or after your voyage to the ice.
During your time in port, you'll discover a charming city with genuine Patagonian character. The waterfront area invites leisurely exploration, while the regional museum offers fascinating insights into the area's maritime heritage and Antarctic exploration history. Most cruisers find the compact downtown easily navigable, making it simple to stretch your legs and soak in the local atmosphere before or after your voyage to the ice.
Cruise Lines at Punta Arenas
- Quark Expeditions (44 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (33 cruises)
- Holland America Line (31 cruises)
- Seabourn (29 cruises)
- Aurora Expeditions (19 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (11 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (7 cruises)
- Silversea (7 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (1 cruise)
