Overview
The Ushuaia Prison Museum (Museo Marítimo y del Presidio) occupies Argentina's notorious penal colony, which operated from 1902 to 1947. Four of the five prison wings now serve as a maritime museum, Antarctic museum, art gallery, and penal colony history exhibition, while one wing preserves the original cells. It vividly depicts the harsh conditions prisoners endured and traces Ushuaia's transformation from a prison town to a tourist destination. Admission about ARS 8,000. About 5 minutes on foot from the waterfront downtown.
Travel Tips
Allow about 2 hours for the visit. Renting an audio guide (English available) provides deeper insight into each wing's stories.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Ushuaia, Argentina from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Argentina on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Ushuaia with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Ushuaia 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Ushuaia Prison Museum
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Things to Do in Ushuaia
Beagle Channel Cruise
Sail the Beagle Channel to spot Magellanic penguins, sea lions, and seabirds. The 'Lighthouse at the End of the World' (Les Eclaireurs) is the cruise highlight amid majestic Patagonian scenery.
Tierra del Fuego National Park Trekking
Hike the coastal trail and Lapataia Bay in the world's southernmost national park. Walk through sub-Antarctic forest, glacial lakes, and peat bogs, and snap a photo at the 'End of Route 3' sign.
Martial Glacier Trek
Trek to the Martial Glacier behind Ushuaia. A chairlift takes you partway up, then about an hour's hike reaches the glacier with panoramic views of the Beagle Channel and the city below.