Museum
Museo Nao Victoria
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Museo Nao Victoria in Punta Arenas showcases meticulously crafted, full-scale replicas of iconic vessels that shaped world exploration. Visitors can board the Nao Victoria, the first ship to circumnavigate the globe, and the James Caird, used by Ernest Shackleton on his legendary Antarctic rescue. The museum offers a hands-on experience, allowing guests to explore the decks, view period artifacts, and understand the harsh conditions faced by early explorers. It's a distinctive tribute to seafaring history in the heart of Patagonia.
Don't miss
- Climb aboard the full-scale replica of the Nao Victoria, Ferdinand Magellan's flagship.
- Explore the James Caird, the lifeboat that carried Shackleton's men to safety.
- View navigational instruments and artifacts from the Age of Exploration.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Museo Nao Victoria
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMuseo Andes 1972 / Crash Memorial Admission Ticket4.9★ · 401 travelers1–2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$8 per personSee dates →
Best full dayButchart Gardens and Victoria Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver4.8★ · 595 travelers13–14 hoursFree cancellationFrom$213 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePunta Arenas and Magellan Strait Tour4.1★ · 56 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$200 per personSee dates →More attractions in Punta Arenas