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Discover Ushuaia, the capital of Tierra del Fuego. Explore the Beagle Channel, Antarctic excursions, and the southernmost destination in South America.

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capital de la provincia de Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur, Argentina
capital de la provincia de Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur, Argentina
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The spirit of Ushuaia

Editorial guide with history, culture, and practical tips to plan your trip.

About

Ushuaia, officially known as Ciudad de Ushuaia, is not just a destination in Argentine Patagonia; it is the pulsating heart and capital of the province of Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica, and South Atlantic Islands. This title gives the city singular administrative and geographical importance. Located at the extreme southern tip of the American continent, Ushuaia embraces a landscape where wild nature meets human development in a unique rhythm. The city's very identity is intrinsically linked to its strategic positioning: it was established on the southern coast of Tierra del Fuego Great Island, within the department named after it.

For those seeking a travel experience that transcends mere sightseeing and connects the traveler with a deep sense of being at the 'End of the World,' Ushuaia is the gateway. It is in this grand setting, shaped by the imposing presence of the Martial Mountains and bathed by the majestic waters of the Beagle Channel, that this provincial capital flourished, becoming a focal point between the continental vastness and the oceanic waters.

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City Centro By Marriott Ushuaia Argentina

Ushuaia

City Centro By Marriott Ushuaia Argentina

R$1,588 / night

Los Acebos Ushuaia Hotel

Ushuaia

Los Acebos Ushuaia Hotel

R$1,216 / night

Deptos Ushuaia Centro by Hotel Austral

Ushuaia

Deptos Ushuaia Centro by Hotel Austral

R$1,827 / night

VALLE FRIO USHUAIA

Ushuaia

VALLE FRIO USHUAIA

R$1,170 / night

Hotel Austral Ushuaia

Ushuaia

Hotel Austral Ushuaia

R$1,101 / night

Hotel Ushuaia

Ushuaia

Hotel Ushuaia

R$1,333 / night

Ushuaia Homes Downtown

Ushuaia

Ushuaia Homes Downtown

R$926 / night

Altos Ushuaia Hotel & Resto

Ushuaia

Altos Ushuaia Hotel & Resto

R$1,403 / night

Lennox Hotel Ushuaia

Ushuaia

Lennox Hotel Ushuaia

R$1,992 / night

Hostería Bella Ushuaia

Ushuaia

Hostería Bella Ushuaia

R$1,440 / night

Cilene del Fuego Suites & Spa

Ushuaia

Cilene del Fuego Suites & Spa

R$1,387 / night

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Visiting Ushuaia exceeded all expectations. The energy of the place is contagious!

Valéria Nogueira

Valéria Nogueira

Family with teens

We traveled as a family and Ushuaia delighted kids and adults alike. Great hotel and attraction picks.

Zélia Carmo

Zélia Carmo

Traveler from Goiânia

I arrived without a fixed itinerary and Ushuaia surprised me at every corner. So welcoming.

Bruno Carvalho

Bruno Carvalho

Couple from Curitiba

Stayed near downtown and walked everywhere. Ushuaia is even better on foot.

Elaine Coutinho

Elaine Coutinho

Solo traveler