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8 Instagram spots around Ushuaia
Ushuaia’s waterfront, historic buildings and mountain surroundings offer a varied set of photo subjects. The final stops include locations outside the city centre.
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Ushuaia waterfront sign
The tourism office lists the “Ushuaia fin del mundo” sign opposite the port. Include some of the waterfront in the photograph instead of cropping only to the letters.
Search Google MapsSaint Christopher tugboat
The Saint Christopher tugboat lies off Ushuaia’s waterfront. Local officials have discussed its deteriorating condition. Make a longer composition from shore and do not approach the wreck.
Search Google MapsBahía Encerrada nature reserve
The nature reserve has walkways by the Beagle Channel. Use the edge of a walkway to lead the eye towards the water and stay on the designated paths.
Search Google MapsMaritime Museum and former prison
The maritime museum occupies the former prison complex. Photograph the outside of the historic building, then check the museum’s conditions before taking any indoor pictures.
Search Google MapsAntigua Casa de Gobierno
The former government house on Avenida Maipú is now an extension of the Museo del Fin del Mundo. Frame the building from outside, leaving room around its roofline.
Search Google MapsCasa Beban
Casa Beban is one of the historic houses identified by the local tourism office. Look for an exterior angle that places the house in its surroundings.
Search Google MapsGlaciar Martial
The Martial area brings mountain scenery close to Ushuaia. Compose a broad landscape from an established route and check current weather and trail conditions first.
Search Google MapsBahía Lapataia
Bahía Lapataia is in Tierra del Fuego National Park outside Ushuaia. From a marked trail or the Lapataia lookout, compose a view across the bay. Check the park’s current access before setting out.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Ushuaia tourism office: Visitor information
- Ushuaia tourism office: Activities
- Ushuaia tourism office: Maritime Museum and former prison
- Ushuaia tourism office: Antigua Casa de Gobierno
- Ushuaia City Council: 2026 agenda on Saint Christopher
- National Parks Administration: Tierra del Fuego visitor information
- National Parks Administration: Tierra del Fuego trail map