Cheap Car Rental Punta Arenas

Chile's most southernly tip: Punta Arenas

Welcome to the most southerly city in Chile: Punta Arenas. The city lies in the extreme south of the country on the Brunswick Peninsula before the straights of Magellan. The city is the administrative centre of the district Magellanes, and was given its name by an English cartographer, who named the protected bight that now contains the city “Sandy Point”.

The city made its money from the wool industry, and this is well-reflected in it, and until 1914 the city was an important stop for trading ships, with two or three making it through the straights every day. Unfortunately this changed drastically with the opening of the Panama Canal, and henceforth hardly any ships needed to make the long and dangerous journey south towards Patagonia. Choose the rental car in Punta Arenas option for memorable vacation and complete freedom.

Especially notable in this area is the cold temperature in the summer months, a particularly unexpected surprise for tourists, whereas especially impressive is the style of the local stone houses.

The major tourist sites in Punta Arenas

The central point of the city, the Plaza Munoz Gamero, is surrounded by most of the major tourist sites on offer. The square itself is border by flowerbeds and grand cypress trees, and contains a beautiful wooden music pavilion. In fact the entire Plaza and its buildings have somewhat of a beautifully grandiose flair. In order to save you from any worries on-site, make sure you book your rental car in Punta Arenas well in advance.

Of course, don’t miss the Palacio Sara Braun, situated on the northern side of the square, and its wonderful winter garden. The building dates from 1895 and was the home of one of the area’s wealthiest sheepbreeders. Today the building houses perhaps the city’s finest restaurant, and a hotel. Next to it you’ll find the Palacio Jose Menendez, built from bricks delivered all the way from Montevideo. Do not forget to rent your rental car in Punta Arenas before leaving on vacation. Be an independent traveler thanks to your rental car.

History and culture in Punta Arenas

The most uncomplicated way to leave the plaza behind and continue your exploration is with a rental car, taking you via the Calle Hernando de Magellanes to the Palacio Braun Menendez, a glass and steel construction, these days home to the Museo Regional de Magallanes. The museum is worth a visit to anyone interested in the city’s history, offering an overview of the history of both the city and settlement in the area, laid out in various styles of exhibit. Get your rental car booked to experience memorable vacation in Punta Arenas.

Get a great view from the harbor, and visit the other surrounding sites

Should you find yourself desirous, after the museum, of some fresh air, jump back into your rental car and head towards the harbour area. A good view of this quarter can be had from the nearby Mirador Cerro La Cruz, and climbing only a few steps will allow you to look down on the brightly colored rooftops, heavenly rose gardens and the shimmering blue of the sea behind. Enjoy this gorgeous landscape while driving your car rental in Punta Arenas.
With your car rental your will be able to hit all of the major sites in Punta Arenas.

The Mission Museum Museo Salesiano Maggiorino Borgatello is also well worth a visit. It is the largest museum in the city and offeres numerous natural exhibits collected by the Salesiander brothers during their many missionary trips. The impressive array of exhibits is largely ethnological and historical.

Tucked quietly out of sight only two blocks farther is the city cemetery on Avenida Manuel Bulnes. This impressive cemetery containing the remains of the city’s greatest and wealthiest was declared a national monument. Rent your car rental in Punta Arenas and discover this beautiful region. Book your rental car and discover the area.

Follow the Avenida Bulnes out of the city in your rental car to come to the Instituto de la Patagonia. The institute focuses on the history of the region and has an open air museum consisting of old houses, farming machinery and cars. There are also a small botanical gardens and a library. With a car rental in Punta Arenas, enjoy your newly found freedom.

Be enchanted by the beautiful surroundings while driving your rental car.