The 14 Best Things to Do in Puerto Varas, A Chilean Adventure

In a country filled with can’t-miss destinations, Puerto Varas and the Lakes District are making a name for themselves with their beautiful landscapes and variety of exciting activities. Learn more

Get to know Puerto Varas on foot

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Hire a boat on Lake Llanquihue or Maullín River

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Attend a performance at the Teatro del Lago

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Photograph the dazzling Petrohué Falls

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Summit Volcán Osorno

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Savour spellbinding lake views at Hotel AWA

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