Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in El Calafate December 2025 | Expedia.ca [El Calafate Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate.dx6023812)[Hotels in El Calafate](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate-Hotels.d6023812.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to El Calafate](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-El-Calafate.d6023812.Travel-Guide-Flights)[El Calafate Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-El-Calafate.d6023812.Car-Rental-Guide)[El Calafate Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate.d6023812.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in El Calafate ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit El Calafate Types of activities Where to stay [El Calafate travel guide](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate.dx6023812) ![El Calafate featuring a waterfall as well as an individual male](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121721-El-Calafate-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Calafate which includes landscape views and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121714-El-Calafate-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Calafate showing forest scenes, autumn colours and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121717-El-Calafate-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Calafate featuring autumn colours, a house and forest scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121715-El-Calafate-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Calafate featuring tranquil scenes and hiking or walking as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121722-El-Calafate-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## El Calafate Attractions You're about to set sail in a new direction. Perpetually prepared for an enlightening experience and innovative ways to get inspired, you're eager to investigate an exciting destination like a pro. Up next: El Calafate! It's not challenging to fill your days, because Expedia Canada can hook you up with loads of things to do. Book your activities today, and all that's left to do is pack your suitcase and start daydreaming. - The things to do in El Calafate are not only among the best, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 104 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at just CA $21 . Get your favourite tour on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a fancy hotel or decadent meal while you're in town. - El Calafate is a favourite among inquisitive minds like yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next trip to El Calafate to learn about local culture and find the top activities. The top activities can grab the interest of even seasoned travellers, and one look at our list explains why. Our collection includes an impressive array of historically based outings and opportunities for excitement. From stimulating ways to get your feet wet like a [Ice Rivers Express Cruise](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ice-rivers-express-cruise.a304810.activity-details) to El Calafate's most visited attractions like the [Perito Moreno Glacier Boat Tour](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/perito-moreno-glacier-boat-tour.a252728.activity-details), there are loads of selections to choose from when you consider all the choices available here at Expedia Canada. It takes a little planning to fully explore El Calafate, especially when you want to schedule in trips to museums and outdoor activities. And it's clear that you're itching to explore every avenue—you're excited to get out and see what life is like for locals. You're eager to sign up for the most essential activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is an adventure all its own. Our activities are the best way to organize your getaway. Book group tours on Expedia Canada, and you may find all that you are seeking and more. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in El Calafate ### Tours & day trips [See all 83 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Full Day Guided Tour Perito Moreno National Park and Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47015974/21c0c3a5-98dd-4b13-9a10-a41414097b8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Guided Tour Perito Moreno National Park and Glacier 8h 30m 8/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $142 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-guided-tour-perito-moreno-national-park-and-glacier.a47015974.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Perito Moreno Glacier Day Trip & Boat Ride from El Calafate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/976837/845ed079-8d40-4399-bda0-8f34dfa2d839.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Perito Moreno Glacier Day Trip & Boat Ride from El Calafate 8h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $213 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/perito-moreno-glacier-day-trip-boat-ride-from-el-calafate.a976837.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![From El Calafate: El Chalten Full Day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/252710/54d2eb42-f065-4b33-b046-c80abb8ca432.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From El Calafate: El Chalten Full Day 11h 8.4/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $179 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/el-chalten-lake-of-the-desert-viedma-full-day-excursion.a252710.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Full-Day Glacier Cruise from El Calafate with a Scenic Stop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2275206/32e38795-584c-4f5a-ad75-0e3820c42c44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Glacier Cruise from El Calafate with a Scenic Stop 10h 9/10 2 reviews CA $478 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-all-glaciers-cruise-from-el-calafate-with-1-stop.a2275206.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Full-Day Tour to Perito Moreno Glacier with optional Navigation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48943955/5acd069b-e954-432d-9307-1222cf991db5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Tour to Perito Moreno Glacier with optional Navigation 9h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $135 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-perito-moreno-glacier-with-navigation.a48943955.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier, with guide and transfer to / from t...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2937970/806e37b8-9a16-4592-b367-b71a2e6ef33e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier, with guide and transfer to / from t... 8h 30m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $152 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/excursion-to-the-perito-moreno-glacier-with-guide-and-transfer-to-from-the-hotel.a2937970.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Package: 3 days and 2 Nights: Best of Calafate from Buenos Aires](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/873487/b43c1179-fb1d-4b58-a6b8-e0e918a435b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Package: 3 days and 2 Nights: Best of Calafate from Buenos Aires 10h+ CA $1,755 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-day-tour-best-of-calafate.a873487.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Perito Moreno Glacier Experience with Boat Navigation !!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46156972/ae3e2636-5e6a-40d1-b06b-96cd2a46c1b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Perito Moreno Glacier Experience with Boat Navigation !! 7h 6/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $202 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/perito-moreno-glacier-experience-with-boat-navigation.a46156972.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Full-Day Perito Moreno Ice Trek from El Calafate with Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/396742/b54baae8-4e5d-420b-a249-2dfbcb19e0ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Perito Moreno Ice Trek from El Calafate with Transport 10h 7.2/10 7 reviews Free cancellation available CA $609 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-perito-moreno-ice-trek-from-el-calafate.a396742.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Perito Moreno Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44986355/6dd5aec6-2f14-447e-9fd5-893d7dc0b451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Perito Moreno Glacier 9h Free cancellation available CA $96 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/perito-moreno-glacier.a44986355.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 9 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Glaciarium Interpretation Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2406674/a1b649a6-fa9e-4208-bfde-8fd6f19b8af0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glaciarium Interpretation Centre 2h Free cancellation available CA $41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/glaciarium-interpretation-center.a2406674.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![City Tour & Walichu Caves from El Calafate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/375850/a574d21b-6f17-4e7c-876c-b7dab2d78788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City Tour & Walichu Caves from El Calafate 3h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $284 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-tour-walichu-caves.a375850.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![El Galpón Ranch Tour with Dinner and Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/375878/44513c4f-9105-4d4d-8efc-298c73a4e67b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### El Galpón Ranch Tour with Dinner and Transport 6h 4/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $291 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/el-galpon-ranch-tour-with-dinner.a375878.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![El Calafate Expedition: 4x4 Adventure with Optional Hike or Zipline](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/375840/6cc25101-5f6b-46bd-a400-c3b9f04291c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### El Calafate Expedition: 4x4 Adventure with Optional Hike or Zipline 4h CA $165 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/calafate-mountain-park-4x4-tour.a375840.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![El Calafate City Tour and Walichu caves](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2409014/9cd7d4ef-1a24-4621-83fa-a866f667d619.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### El Calafate City Tour and Walichu caves 3h CA $138 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/el-calafate-city-tour-and-walichu-caves.a2409014.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Full Day Excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46641711/e5f32f8f-9c30-4897-8d77-7cd6efa7aa49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier 8h Free cancellation available CA $143 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-excursion-to-perito-moreno-glacier.a46641711.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Bus El Calafate (Argentina) to Puerto Natales (Chile)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50477265/de39991c-6274-43bc-adc8-579b8c672827.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bus El Calafate (Argentina) to Puerto Natales (Chile) 5h Free cancellation available CA $88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bus-el-calafate-argentina-to-puerto-natales-chile.a50477265.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![El Calafate History Museum Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1139189/4da443da-3a71-4aa4-a3dc-427b6ab06ca8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### El Calafate History Museum Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/el-calafate-history-museum-tour.a1139189.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Full Day Trekking Adventure in Cerro Frias](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50769828/071c413d-5900-4eb5-ac3c-fb96cfbc6911.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Trekking Adventure in Cerro Frias 9h Free cancellation available CA $231 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-trekking-adventure-in-cerro-frias.a50769828.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Torres del Paine Full Day Tour departing from El Calafate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2967125/c49f72f5-ed67-4792-9962-5fa69dffe21c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Torres del Paine Full Day Tour departing from El Calafate 15h 10/10 1 review CA $342 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/torres-del-paine-full-day-tour-departing-from-el-calafate-by-patagonia-dreams.a2967125.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Perito Moreno: Private Driver from El Calafate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48578913/40eed029-3f6f-4d80-8a8b-028c1f4ff586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Perito Moreno: Private Driver from El Calafate 7h 30m Free cancellation available CA $429 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/perito-moreno-private-driver-from-el-calafate.a48578913.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Private Tour to Perito Moreno Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50757359/b8b1a98a-70f8-43e0-9e5b-45039444032f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour to Perito Moreno Glacier 10h Free cancellation available CA $386 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-to-perito-moreno-glacier.a50757359.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Chalten: Full Day from El Calafate Private Car for Groups](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48090880/11354da5-d41f-4daf-aa75-4b9dc8b00380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chalten: Full Day from El Calafate Private Car for Groups 15h Free cancellation available CA $788 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/chalten-full-day-from-el-calafate-private-car-for-groups.a48090880.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Day Trip from Buenos Aires to Calafate and Perito Moreno Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50943995/3ce9d6b9-cf63-4dfd-b7af-896b455ac30b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip from Buenos Aires to Calafate and Perito Moreno Glacier 14h CA $2,637 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-from-buenos-aires-to-calafate-and-perito-moreno-glacier.a50943995.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![7 days Private El Calafate and Torres del Paine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49660318/a1432937-86f3-4637-9a83-7abbef89669d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7 days Private El Calafate and Torres del Paine 7d Free cancellation available CA $3,615 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-days-private-el-calafate-and-torres-del-paine.a49660318.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Argentine Cuisine Experience in El Calafate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47152486/ae987055-b6b1-4a8d-803d-70b026405616.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Argentine Cuisine Experience in El Calafate 3h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $179 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/argentine-cuisine-experience-in-el-calafate.a47152486.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Yeti Ice Bar with Open Bar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2406642/c29824da-185d-43f4-93eb-6078ce6a867f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yeti Ice Bar with Open Bar 30m Free cancellation available CA $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/yeti-ice-bar.a2406642.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![El Calafate: Glaciers Gourmet Experience Navigation with Lunch & Transfers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/873636/8130b02c-3b02-43e9-afa7-881ea37e83d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### El Calafate: Glaciers Gourmet Experience Navigation with Lunch & Transfers 8h 59m+ CA $420 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/gourmet-navigation-through-glacier-national-park-n-perito-m.a873636.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![The Spirit Of The Glaciers: 1 Night Guided Cruise from Calafate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49279982/8018f266-b710-4f72-a7f4-2d01d6129774.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Spirit Of The Glaciers: 1 Night Guided Cruise from Calafate 2d Free cancellation available CA $1,102 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/spirit-of-the-glaciers-1-night-programme.a49279982.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Petrified Forest Tour with Lunch from El Calafate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/375862/b358536b-3fe1-4a31-9f95-d569fcc45b56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Petrified Forest Tour with Lunch from El Calafate 8h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $631 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/petrified-forest-tour-with-lunch.a375862.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![El Galpón Ranch Tour with Dinner and Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/375878/44513c4f-9105-4d4d-8efc-298c73a4e67b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### El Galpón Ranch Tour with Dinner and Transport 6h 4/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $291 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/el-galpon-ranch-tour-with-dinner.a375878.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Rio Miter Horseback Riding](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2837635/1b47e394-d2be-4717-91ad-67a3ea706a60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Miter Horseback Riding 6h Free cancellation available CA $358 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-miter-horseback-riding.a2837635.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![Pesca en El Calafate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2944295/305d1d70-6975-47f2-b0af-9f8c1846959f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pesca en El Calafate 9h Free cancellation available CA $479 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/fishing-in-calafate.a2944295.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![National Park - Perito Moreno Glacier - (Optional Nautic Safari)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2526160/b0f0a8d5-e9ff-4dac-895c-88af86ecbf76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### National Park - Perito Moreno Glacier - (Optional Nautic Safari) 7h Free cancellation available CA $222 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/national-park-perito-moreno-glacier-optional-nautic-safari.a2526160.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ![7 days Private El Calafate and Torres del Paine](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49660318/a1432937-86f3-4637-9a83-7abbef89669d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7 days Private El Calafate and Torres del Paine 7d Free cancellation available CA $3,615 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-days-private-el-calafate-and-torres-del-paine.a49660318.activity-details?&rid=6023812&location=El+Calafate&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in El Calafate | Number of things to do | 104 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [El Calafate History Museum Tour](/things-to-do/el-calafate-history-museum-tour.a1139189.activity-details): CA $21 | | Top 5 things to do | [From El Calafate: El Chalten Full Day](/things-to-do/el-chalten-lake-of-the-desert-viedma-full-day-excursion.a252710.activity-details)[Full Day Guided Tour Perito Moreno National Park and Glacier](/things-to-do/full-day-guided-tour-perito-moreno-national-park-and-glacier.a47015974.activity-details)[Excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier, with guide and transfer to / from t...](/things-to-do/excursion-to-the-perito-moreno-glacier-with-guide-and-transfer-to-from-the-hotel.a2937970.activity-details)[El Calafate: Bus ticket to Puerto Natales, Chile](/things-to-do/transfer-from-el-calafate-to-puerto-natales.a2074600.activity-details)[Full-Day Tour to Perito Moreno Glacier with optional Navigation](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-perito-moreno-glacier-with-navigation.a48943955.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Glaciarium Interpretation Centre](/things-to-do/glaciarium-interpretation-center.a2406674.activity-details)[Argentine Cuisine Experience in El Calafate](/things-to-do/argentine-cuisine-experience-in-el-calafate.a47152486.activity-details)[Shared transfer to El Calafate -El Chaltén](/things-to-do/shared-transfer-to-el-calafate-el-chalten.a2846506.activity-details)[Blue Safari: Perito Moreno Glacier with Navigation from El Calafate](/things-to-do/blue-safari-perito-moreno-glacier-with-navigation-from-el-calafate.a45415711.activity-details)[Native Experience](/things-to-do/native-experience.a46723792.activity-details) | | With kids | [From El Calafate: El Chalten Full Day](/things-to-do/el-chalten-lake-of-the-desert-viedma-full-day-excursion.a252710.activity-details)[Full Day Guided Tour Perito Moreno National Park and Glacier](/things-to-do/full-day-guided-tour-perito-moreno-national-park-and-glacier.a47015974.activity-details)[Perito Moreno Glacier Day Trip & Boat Ride from El Calafate](/things-to-do/perito-moreno-glacier-day-trip-boat-ride-from-el-calafate.a976837.activity-details)[Perito Moreno Glacier Experience with Boat Navigation !!](/things-to-do/perito-moreno-glacier-experience-with-boat-navigation.a46156972.activity-details)[Unesco Jewels: The Famous Perito Moreno Glacier](/things-to-do/perito-moreno-glacier-tour.a252678.activity-details) | ## What to do in El Calafate --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in El Calafate ![El Calafate which includes landscape views and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121714-El-Calafate-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Avenue del Libertador After visiting Avenue del Libertador, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in El Calafate. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.ca/Avenue-Del-Libertador.d6351068.Destination-Travel-Guides) #### El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center 5/5(1 review) You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center during your travels in El Calafate. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate-Historical-Interpretation-Center-El-Calafate.d553248621532463159.Vacation-Attraction) #### Glaciarium 5/5(8 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Glaciarium in El Calafate. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Glaciarium-El-Calafate.d6171983.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gnome Village You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gnome Village during your trip to El Calafate. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Gnome-Village-Macrozona-Bahia-Redonda-y-Primeros-Faldeos.d6329643.Vacation-Attraction) #### Puerto Irma Ruines You can find out about the history of El Calafate with a stop at Puerto Irma Ruines. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Puerto-Irma-Ruines-El-Calafate.d6329626.Vacation-Attraction) #### Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church is just one of the places to see in El Calafate, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Teresita-Del-Nino-Jesus-Church-El-Calafate.d6329637.Vacation-Attraction) #### Anfiteatro Del Bosque You can get tickets for a performance at Anfiteatro Del Bosque during your trip to El Calafate. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Anfiteatro-Del-Bosque-Macrozona-Bahia-Redonda-y-Primeros-Faldeos.d553248625390659847.Vacation-Attraction) #### Laguna Nimez 4.5/5(5 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Laguna Nimez, a lovely green space in El Calafate. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Laguna-Nimez-El-Calafate.d6279735.Vacation-Attraction) #### Calafate Fishing Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Calafate Fishing during your travels in El Calafate. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Calafate-Fishing-Macrozona-Bahia-Redonda-y-Primeros-Faldeos.d553248621532463162.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of El Calafate ![El Calafate which includes landscape views and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121714-El-Calafate-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Calafate Centro If you're spending some time in El Calafate Centro, Gnome Village and Argentinian Museum of Toys are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate-El-Calafate-Centro.dx953066194840379392) ![El Calafate which includes landscape views and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/121000/121714-El-Calafate-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos 4.5/5(13 area reviews) Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos is known for its lake views, and you can plan a trip to Gnome Village and Calafate Fishing while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate-Macrozona-Bahia-Redonda-Y-Primeros-Faldeos.dx553248635924012788) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cerro Calafate 4/5(13 area reviews) Well-liked for its lake views and restaurants, you might stop by Gnome Village and Plaza de los Pioneros while you're exploring Cerro Calafate and the surrounding neighborhoods. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate-Cerro-Calafate.dx553248635924012585) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Macrozona Lago Argentino Unique features of Macrozona Lago Argentino include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Argentino or Laguna Nimez while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Calafate-Macrozona-Lago-Argentino.dx553248635924011969) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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