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Things to see in Ushuaia (Argentina): 24 places and when to go

Ushuaia is a town in Argentina with around 58,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly Nature (14), Mountains (6), Museums and art (5). The best known are Beagle Channel, Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and Cerro Castor. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 17 h 01 of daylight, and in June, 6 h 59. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Argentina · -54.79, -68.31
Population
About 58,000
Places
24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Nature (14) · Mountains (6) · Museums and art (5) · Hiking (2) · Architecture (1) · Snow (1)
Best time
October to April.
Also possible
May to September.
Nearest airport
USH Ushuaia, 6.0 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Monte Olivia, at 1,326 m.

What to see in Ushuaia

The places in and around Ushuaia, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

When to go to Ushuaia

The best time to visit Ushuaia is October to April; also possible: May to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanBest time16:28
  2. FebBest time14:36
  3. MarBest time12:32
  4. AprBest time10:11
  5. MayPossible8:09
  6. JunPossible6:59
  7. JulPossible7:28
  8. AugPossible9:17
  9. SepPossible11:35
  10. OctBest time13:51
  11. NovBest time15:56
  12. DecBest time17:01

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In December there are 17 h 01 of daylight, and in June, 6 h 59. In January, 24 of the 24 places are at their best.

When to go to Argentina in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Ushuaia

The nearest main airport is Ushuaia - Malvinas Argentinas International Airport (USH, Ushuaia), 6.0 km as the crow flies. How to get around Argentina (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

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Other towns nearby

And all of Argentina, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Ushuaia?

The best known: Beagle Channel, Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, Cerro Castor, Martial Mountains, Yendegaia National Park. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Ushuaia?

October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 17 h 01 of daylight, and in June, 6 h 59.

How do you get to Ushuaia?

The nearest main airport is Ushuaia - Malvinas Argentinas International Airport (USH), 6.0 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Ushuaia as the destination and these 24 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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