Renting a car can make it easier to stop at viewpoints, organise a picnic or spend extra time in a favourite location. However, the south of Argentina has rapidly changing weather and road conditions. Always check whether a road is open and permitted for your rental vehicle before setting out.<\/p>\n
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Why explore Ushuaia by car?<\/h2>\n\n- Freedom of schedule:<\/strong> stop when the light is good for photographs rather than following every stop of an organised excursion.<\/li>\n
- More flexibility:<\/strong> reach some viewpoints or small settlements that may have limited public transport.<\/li>\n
- Comfort:<\/strong> keep spare warm clothes, snacks and other essentials in the vehicle during cold autumn outings.<\/li>\n
- Privacy:<\/strong> travel with your partner, family, friends or independently at your chosen pace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Driving is not necessary for every attraction; in some cases a guided excursion is safer or provides access to restricted routes.<\/p>\n
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Places to visit by car<\/h2>\n1. Tierra del Fuego National Park<\/h3>\n
Located near Ushuaia along National Route 3, Tierra del Fuego National Park<\/strong> brings together forests, mountains and coastal landscapes. In autumn, the colours are especially attractive for photography.<\/p>\nDriving allows stops at designated places such as Bah\u00eda Lapataia<\/strong>, the end of National Route 3, and other viewpoints, as long as roads are open to visitors. Follow park rules for parking, admission, vehicle access and wildlife protection.<\/p>\n![\"Bah\u00eda](\"https:\/\/turismoenushuaia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Parque-Nacional-Tierra-del-Fuego-Turismo-en-Ushuaua.jpg\")
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For a historical complement, take the End of the World Train and National Park excursion<\/a>. The railway recalls the history of Ushuaia’s former prison and provides views of the landscape. Driving to the train area and taking a package are alternatives with different inclusions; compare before booking.<\/p>\n2. Lake Escondido and Lake Fagnano<\/h3>\n
Heading north along National Route 3<\/strong>, you reach the mountainous area around Garibaldi Pass<\/strong>. From authorised viewpoints, the panorama towards Lake Escondido<\/strong> is especially memorable in autumn.<\/p>\nFurther along the route, Lake Fagnano<\/strong> offers a very different, expansive lakeside landscape. You may be able to stop at legal access points for a quiet picnic or photographs, depending on the weather.<\/p>\n![\"Autumn](\"https:\/\/turismoenushuaia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/lago-fagnano-turismo-en-ushuaia.jpg\")
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If you enjoy more adventurous terrain, a specialist Fuegian Lakes Full Experience excursion<\/a> is an option to compare. Do not attempt off-road driving just because a 4×4 tour travels there; rental agreements and access permissions may prohibit it.<\/p>\n![\"Fuegian](\"https:\/\/turismoenushuaia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Lagos-full-experience-2-Turismo-en-Ushuaia.jpg\")
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3. Ensenada Bay and the Beagle Channel<\/h3>\n
Within the National Park, Bah\u00eda Ensenada<\/strong> is associated with views towards the Beagle Channel and, on clear days, distant islands. Check park access because some sectors are restricted or seasonal.<\/p>\n
Driving is not necessary for every attraction; in some cases a guided excursion is safer or provides access to restricted routes.<\/p>\n
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Places to visit by car<\/h2>\n1. Tierra del Fuego National Park<\/h3>\n
Located near Ushuaia along National Route 3, Tierra del Fuego National Park<\/strong> brings together forests, mountains and coastal landscapes. In autumn, the colours are especially attractive for photography.<\/p>\n Driving allows stops at designated places such as Bah\u00eda Lapataia<\/strong>, the end of National Route 3, and other viewpoints, as long as roads are open to visitors. Follow park rules for parking, admission, vehicle access and wildlife protection.<\/p>\n For a historical complement, take the End of the World Train and National Park excursion<\/a>. The railway recalls the history of Ushuaia’s former prison and provides views of the landscape. Driving to the train area and taking a package are alternatives with different inclusions; compare before booking.<\/p>\n Heading north along National Route 3<\/strong>, you reach the mountainous area around Garibaldi Pass<\/strong>. From authorised viewpoints, the panorama towards Lake Escondido<\/strong> is especially memorable in autumn.<\/p>\n Further along the route, Lake Fagnano<\/strong> offers a very different, expansive lakeside landscape. You may be able to stop at legal access points for a quiet picnic or photographs, depending on the weather.<\/p>\n If you enjoy more adventurous terrain, a specialist Fuegian Lakes Full Experience excursion<\/a> is an option to compare. Do not attempt off-road driving just because a 4×4 tour travels there; rental agreements and access permissions may prohibit it.<\/p>\n Within the National Park, Bah\u00eda Ensenada<\/strong> is associated with views towards the Beagle Channel and, on clear days, distant islands. Check park access because some sectors are restricted or seasonal.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n2. Lake Escondido and Lake Fagnano<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\n<\/p>\n3. Ensenada Bay and the Beagle Channel<\/h3>\n
![\"Beagle](\"https:\/\/turismoenushuaia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Navegacion-Canal-Beagle-Turismo-en-Ushuaia-20.jpg\")
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