Tour museums and find other fun things to do in Puerto Varas

Escape to Radisson Hotel Puerto Varas for a memorable Chilean getaway on the banks of Lake Llanquihue. You'll find plenty of things to do, from hiking along trails that lead past the secret lagoons of two nearby volcanoes to zip lining at Philippi Park, located less than a kilometer away. For more outdoor adventures, take a day trip to the Andes Mountains, where you can hire a guide for a fishing excursion at Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park. Learn more about the area's German influences at the German Colonial Museum. You can also walk out of your room or suite and try your luck at Casino Dreams, located right across the street.

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Casino Dreams

0.05 mi / 0.07 km from the hotel
For a fun night on the town, test your gambling prowess at this casino’s 300 gaming machines. You can also enjoy a meal or a drink at the on-site dining facilities.

Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park

46.19 mi / 74.33 km from the hotel
Located in the heart of the Andes mountains, this national park has accessible campgrounds, stunning waterfalls, beautiful hiking trails, and excellent fishing.

German Colonial Museum

13.06 mi / 21.01 km from the hotel
Honoring the German immigrants who settled the area in the 19th century, this museum complex showcases immigrant life through recreated buildings like the Blacksmith House, the belfry, and the millhouse. Come to learn and enjoy the natural scenery.

Osorno Volcano Ski Center

29.28 mi / 47.11 km from the hotel
If skiing, hiking, climbing, biking, and bird-watching are in your recreational itinerary, head to Osorno Volcano Ski Center. This sporting center spans over 500 hectares and is open from May to November.

Philippi Park

0.42 mi / 0.68 km from the hotel
This city park offers scenic trails, bird-watching opportunities, and a zip-line. Walk to the top for unrivaled views of the city, Lake Llanquihue, and the Calbuco, Osorno, and Puntiagudo volcanoes.

Pablo Fierro Museum

0.48 mi / 0.77 km from the hotel
This multi-storied building is overflowing with curiosities and art selected by the artist Pablo Fierro, who is often present to show visitors around.

Patrimonial Route

0.11 mi / 0.18 km from the hotel
Learn more about the late-19th-century German colonists who founded Puerto Varas on this self-guided walking tour. Grab a city map at the tourist office to see a number of fascinating buildings with historic architecture.