Puerto Madryn Attractions
The city of Puerto Madryn lies on the shores of Golfo Nuevo, in one of the most sheltered places of the Patagonian coast. Puerto Madryn lays close to a major nature reserve with a wide variety of sea birds and mammals. A plethora of sports are available including windsurfing for those who enjoy defying the Patagonian winds.
Founded by Welsh settlers in 1886, its street names confirm the city's origins. The city grew around railway and port activities and currently has a population of around 60,000. Despite modernization, Puerto Madryn has not succumbed to the gaudiness of other lake district destinations.
The deep water port is one of the best in Argentina and cruise-ships routinely dock here.
Founded by Welsh settlers in 1886, its street names confirm the city's origins. The city grew around railway and port activities and currently has a population of around 60,000. Despite modernization, Puerto Madryn has not succumbed to the gaudiness of other lake district destinations.
The deep water port is one of the best in Argentina and cruise-ships routinely dock here.
Museum of Oceanography and Natural Sciences
Displays of Patagonian flora and fauna, both land and sea are contained in Puerto Madryn's heritage building, Chalet Pujol, the Museo Oceanographico y Ciencias Naturales.
The building itself is an attraction and the gigantic whale skeleton and the recollection of a fisherman confronted with a giant squid are interesting.
Chalet Pujol offers a library and panoramic views from the loft.
The building itself is an attraction and the gigantic whale skeleton and the recollection of a fisherman confronted with a giant squid are interesting.
Chalet Pujol offers a library and panoramic views from the loft.
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Valdés Peninsula Nature Reserve
Whale watching, fishing, and an abundance of animals in their natural environment are some of the attractions of Valdés Peninsula Nature Reserve.
Beaches and Water-Sports
Puerto Madryn has a variety of beaches popular with swimmers, windsurfers and sunbathers. Windsurfing equipment can be rented and several places arrange diving classes and excursions.
Eco Centro
The Eco Centro is a scientific and cultural attraction which provides clues for a better understanding of marine eco-systems.
Hours
January 1 to February 28
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Close | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 | 21:00 |
March 1 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 15:00 | Closed | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
| Close | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 |
April 1 to June 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
| Close | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 |
July 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 15:00 | Closed | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
| Close | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 | 19:00 |
October 1 to December 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 15:00 | Closed | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
| Close | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 |
Julio Roca Avenue
Julio Roca Avenue is Puerto Madryn's main street. There are many shops selling leather articles, T-shirts, diving equipment as well as souvenirs of Patagonia and its wildlife.
Monument to Tehuelche Indian
Monument to Tehuelche Indian was unveiled in 1965 on the centenary of the arrival of Welsh colonists to acknowledge their debt to the province's native peoples.
Monument to Welsh Woman
Monumento a la Mujer Galesa acknowledges the contribution of six welsh women to the town.
Station of the Patagonico Railroad
One of Puerto Madryn's oldest buildings, the station of the Patagonico Railroad c 1889, is now the city bus terminal.
