The best months to visit Ushuaia are Nov – Mar. Austral summer; long daylight hours.
Quick facts
Currency USD preferred Pay in USD; ARS accepted but inflation high
Language Spanish Basic English in tourist businesses
Timezone ART (UTC-3) No DST
Best Months Nov – Mar Austral summer; long daylight hours
Daily Budget ~$50–90 USD Budget to mid-range; remote city prices
Visa 90 days visa-free Most nationalities: check before travel
When to go
The End of the World: the world's southernmost city, where the Andes plunge into the Beagle Channel and Antarctica begins just beyond the horizon.
Getting Around in Ushuaia
- Downtown Ushuaia is walkable, and the main strip along Avenida San Martín covers restaurants, shops, and agencies
- Remis taxis to the national park cost $15-20 one-way; negotiate a round-trip with waiting
- The hop-on Ushuaia Bus runs to the national park and Lago Escondido in summer
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Ushuaia travel guide.
Timezone: ART (UTC-3) (No DST)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ushuaia?
The best months to visit Ushuaia are Nov – Mar (Austral summer; long daylight hours), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Ushuaia budget breakdown.
