Title: Visit Puerto Varas: Best of Puerto Varas Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Puerto Varas](https://expedia.ca/Puerto-Varas-Hotels.d181008.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Puerto Varas](https://expedia.ca/Puerto-Varas-Vacation-Rentals.d181008.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Puerto Varas](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Puerto-Varas.d181008.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Puerto Varas](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Puerto-Varas.d181008.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Puerto Varas Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Puerto-Varas.d181008.Car-Rental-Guide)[Puerto Varas Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Puerto-Varas.d181008.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Puerto Varas ## Travel Guide ![Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6274994/b969588d-dd99-4597-b878-06a75d5173ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6274994/b969588d-dd99-4597-b878-06a75d5173ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of the Sacred Heart which includes religious elements, a statue or sculpture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101386/0e0dc94b-5c16-4674-bb74-f7545a866dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas which includes a park as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6274994/115619fc-c587-424c-9c62-02180bba07a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas which includes a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6274994/a975d605-f68d-46a5-91c8-00b128b35513.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Puerto Varas Things to do Reviews #### Take the Heritage Circuit tour of the traditional buildings, churches and parks of this pretty town near Chile’s second-largest lake. Puerto Varas is a quaint town in the Chilean Andes with a charming church and views of the iconic Osorno Volcano. Its Western European feel stems from its colonization by the Germans in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Discover the intriguing blend of German traditions with South American life in this lakeside town. Visit the Church of the Sacred Heart to appreciate its typical German architecture of oak frames and red spires. Capture photos of the church with a backdrop of the lake and the volcano. Built in the early 20th century, it was based on a similar church in Germany’s Black Forest. The church is part of the Heritage Circuit. It includes various traditional houses near the Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas, which is a pretty central square with patches of grass and benches. Visit the white and black Kuschel House and the wooden Maldonado House, which possesses a rural charm. The redbrick Raddatz House is also part of the circuit. The town’s crowning glory is the Osorno Volcano, which has a ski centre with restaurant, café and shops. Zipline or mountain bike down the volcano’s scenic sections. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding towns and landscape, including Calbuco Volcano, which is very active, having erupted twice in 2015. The region endures heavy rainfall. Winters are wet and mild. To visit during the driest and warmest months, come in summer from December to February. The town is in the Los Lagos Region in southern Chile. Its neighbour Puerto Montt, which shares a view of the snow-capped volcano, is a 12-mile (19-kilometre) drive south, which should take about 30 minutes by car. Fly to El Tepual Airport from Santiago. Use public buses or get around the small town easily on foot on its quiet roads. Puerto Varas’ location on the western shore of Lake Llanquihue near national parks, forests and mountains provides a picturesque vacation. - Puerto Varas Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Puerto Varas ![Radisson Hotel Puerto Varas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/444700/444619/8a04acf3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Hotel Puerto Varas Del Salvador 024 Puerto Varas Los Lagos CA $236 CA $236 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Puerto Varas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! 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(471 reviews) Exelent service Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=2900989&PinnedHotelID=2900989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181008) [See all 344 properties in Puerto Varas](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=181008) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cabañas Ensenada Bosque Nativo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10562800/10562744/9426f34d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cabañas Ensenada Bosque Nativo Route 695, Km 42 Puerto Varas Los Lagos Stay at this cabin in Puerto Varas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attraction Green Lagoon is located nearby. 8.8/10 Excellent! (44 reviews) A very rustic accommodation, really enjoyed the fire and being in the forest. A little rough around the edges (marks on sheets, dirty kettle in the kitchen, bathroom in need of an upgrade) but if you value atmosphere and a camping feel worth a stay. Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Puerto-Montt-Hotels-Cabanas-Ensenada-Bosque-Nativo.h10562744.Hotel-Information) ![Lindas Cabañas En Puerto Varas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118060000/118059800/118059786/a2449b9d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lindas Cabañas En Puerto Varas Los Copihues Puerto Varas Los Lagos Stay at this cabin in Puerto Varas. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and furnished balconies. Popular attractions Museo Antonio Felmer and Native Forest Gallery are ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Puerto Varas hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181008&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181008&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181008&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181008&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181008&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181008&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6274994/b969588d-dd99-4597-b878-06a75d5173ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Puerto Varas Plaza de Armas Enjoy the serene ambiance or attend a concert or social event amid the trees and flowers in the town’s central plaza. [](https://expedia.ca/Puerto-Varas-Plaza-De-Armas-Puerto-Varas.d6274994.Vacation-Attraction) ![Petrohue Falls which includes a river or creek and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101380/7a2e76cb-568e-47d8-96ea-2cd9d2185cfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Petrohue Falls Rushing water cascades over volcanic rock at this stunning natural site in Chile’s oldest national park. [](https://expedia.ca/Petrohue-Falls-Puerto-Varas.d6101380.Vacation-Attraction) ![Caption---- fog over Todos Los Santos Lake, Puerto Varas, Los Lagos region, Chile](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101321/c31f250c-5c87-43ba-a1cf-4b19d0ca4d6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Todos los Santos Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Todos los Santos during your travels in Puerto Varas. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Todos-Los-Santos-Puerto-Montt.d6101321.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cruising on Lago Todos Los Santos below the towering Osorno Volcano was both serene and breathtaking! #Adventure Quick Tip: Take a short boat trip from the port in Petrohué to see this awesome cabin. #Chile #Travel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181008/5f03dafd-b750-4959-9bcb-847e1d5f2646.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vicente Perez Rosales National Park Explore the great outdoors at Vicente Perez Rosales National Park, a lovely green space in Puerto Varas. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.ca/Vicente-Perez-Rosales-National-Park-Puerto-Montt.d6329673.Vacation-Attraction) ![Volcan Osorno. It's a long winding road up to the summit. Towards the volcano I can't see much. The clouds seem low](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181008/ccb88d62-6058-430e-b581-76b46d8498cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Volcan Osorno Ski and Outdoors Center Hit the slopes in Puerto Varas with a visit to Volcan Osorno Ski and Outdoors Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.ca/Volcan-Osorno-Ski-And-Outdoors-Center-Puerto-Octay.d553248621532369828.Vacation-Attraction) ![Church of the Sacred Heart which includes a church or cathedral and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6101386/907edeb4-40ac-4f6f-881d-c20733373372.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Church of the Sacred Heart Feel like you are in a quaint village in Europe at this red and white church which sends music echoing through the streets. [](https://expedia.ca/Church-Of-The-Sacred-Heart-Puerto-Varas.d6101386.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Swimming the crystal clear waters of the Petrohue](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2113954/56db65be-0b17-423a-852f-05bc9d7937f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rafting rio Petrohue CA $81 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rafting-rio-petrohue.a2113954.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Todos los Santos Lake and Villa Peulla Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44540477/1ee0fb5f-404c-498c-8a29-486257b7f2d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Todos los Santos Lake and Villa Peulla Tour CA $77 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/todos-los-santos-lake-and-villa-peulla-tour.a44540477.activity-details) ![Full-Day Osorno Vulcano and Petrohue Falls Small-Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45274475/4ae65d4d-98da-47f2-89af-db320b4aa369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Osorno Vulcano and Petrohue Falls Small-Group Tour CA $111 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-osorno-vulcano-and-petrohue-falls-small-group-tour.a45274475.activity-details) ![Osorno Volcano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45278241/4bda0685-c62c-42e8-8dad-79d4ac6c1fc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day Trip to Osorno Volcano and Petrohue from Puerto Montt CA $100 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-osorno-volcano-and-petrohue-from-puerto-montt.a45278241.activity-details) ![Scenic Catamaran Tour on Llanquihue lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50302554/bdeae0a7-d3f8-4325-bfbc-088f96aa3bdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Scenic Catamaran Tour on Llanquihue lake CA $17 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-catamaran-tour-on-llanquihue-lake.a50302554.activity-details) ![Penguin colonies, Puñihuil](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45278656/127047ee-4167-4d09-a911-b9a07ceb06ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chiloe Island - Puñihuil Tour CA $125 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/chiloe-island-punihuil-tour.a45278656.activity-details) [See all activities in Puerto Varas](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Puerto-Varas.d181008.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Puerto Varas 3.8 Guest rating 5 - Excellent 0 4 - Good 3 3 - Okay 1 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 4/5 - Good Canuck Nice lace, great hotel ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller An absolute must do in Puerto Varas is a visit to the Pablo Fierro Museum. This man is an amazing artist This very unique house has been altered, recreated, and decorated inch by inch by him. A most original, unique & quirky experience! Loved it!! ## Cities near Puerto Varas ![Osorno volcano as seen from the #NationalPark Vincente Perez Rosalez. First sunny day after many rainy cloudy days, it was worth waiting.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181008/e4c2807d-7c35-41b2-b4dc-5ce673b4df3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Peulla ![Teatro del Lago showing modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288138/9d5f9f37-52b0-4c90-a012-f1945a34fe5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Puerto Montt ![Teatro del Lago showing general coastal views and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6288138/9f5d6863-eea8-4c3a-917c-99124dafc308.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Frutillar ![Evening view of the Osorno Volcano and the Llanquihue lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6324430/232b0820-2965-4562-abc4-c26351286705.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Llanquihue - Cities near Puerto Varas - Places of interest [Peulla](https://expedia.ca/Peulla.dx180425)[Puerto Montt](https://expedia.ca/Puerto-Montt.dx6053664)[Frutillar](https://expedia.ca/Frutillar.dx6130149)[Llanquihue](https://expedia.ca/Llanquihue.dx6324430) - [Petrohue Falls ](https://expedia.ca/Petrohue-Falls-Puerto-Varas.d6101380.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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