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Perito Moreno Glacier Day Trip & Boat Ride from El Calafate
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Torres del Paine Full Day Tour departing from El Calafate
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Glaciarium Interpretation Centre
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National Park - Perito Moreno Glacier - (Optional Nautic Safari)
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Full Day Experience on Luxury Gourmet Cruise in Patagonia
What to do in El Calafate
Popular places to visit
Avenue del Libertador
After visiting Avenue del Libertador, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in El Calafate. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Gnome Village
You can do some window-shopping at Gnome Village during your visit to El Calafate. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Glaciarium
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Glaciarium in El Calafate. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the local tours.
El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center in El Calafate. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the local tours.
Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church
You can find out about the history of El Calafate with a trip to Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the local tours.
Puerto Irma Ruines
You can find out about the history of El Calafate with a trip to Puerto Irma Ruines. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Calafate Fishing
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Calafate Fishing during your travels in El Calafate. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Laguna Nimez
Explore the great outdoors at Laguna Nimez, a lovely green space in El Calafate. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or seek out the local tours.
Walichu Caves
Find out about the history of El Calafate with a stop at Walichu Caves. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Areas of El Calafate
El Calafate Centro
If you're spending some time in El Calafate Centro, Gnome Village and Casino Club El Calafate are top sights worth seeing.
Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos
Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos is known for its lake views, and you can plan a trip to Calafate Fishing and Gnome Village while you're in town.
Cerro Calafate
Lake views and restaurants are some things travellers note about Cerro Calafate. Check out Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church or Gnome Village while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Macrozona Lago Argentino
Unique features of Macrozona Lago Argentino include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Laguna Nimez or Lake Argentino while you're exploring the area.
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