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Museo Marítimo y del Presidio de Ushuaia

Museum · Ushuaia·Antarctica & the Arctic

In the old prison

About Museo Marítimo y del Presidio de Ushuaia

The former prison, in use until 1947, now holds the Maritime Museum, the Prison Museum, an Antarctic museum with a large collection of expedition ship models, and a museum of Argentine marine art.

Why it's on our list

  • Antarctic expedition ship models
  • The prison wings
  • Marine art from 1889 to today

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Museo Marítimo y del Presidio de Ushuaia before you go.

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