The 8 Best Sights & Landmarks in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Galapagos Islands

July 12, 2021 Tonie Szymanski

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈpweɾto βakeˈɾiso moˈɾeno]) is the capital of Galápagos Province, Ecuador. It is located on the southwestern coast of San Cristóbal, the easternmost island in the archipelago, and is the capital of San Cristóbal Canton. It was founded by General Villamil Playas in the mid-19th century, and takes its name from President Alfredo Baquerizo Moreno (1859–1951). Today, fishing is the main activity of the locals, but tourism is on the increase along the waterfront with numerous hotels and shops.
Restaurants in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

1. Kicker Rock

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Ecuador
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4.5 based on 1,119 reviews

Kicker Rock

Reviewed By NilsEling - Zurich, Switzerland

We got lucky on the day and saw 20 hammerheads, 6 Eagle rays, a bunch of reef and Galapagos sharks, and countless turtles. The divers on the other hand didn't see anything. So it depends on the conditions what you're going to see.

2. Catedral Inmaculada Concepcion

Avenida Alsacio Northia, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 200150 Ecuador
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

Catedral Inmaculada Concepcion

3. San Cristobal Interpretation Center

2 km Southwest of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Ecuador http://www.galapagospark.org/sitio.php?page=centro_de_interpretacion
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4.0 based on 363 reviews

San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Reviewed By Capecodder29 - Yarmouth Port, United States

Nice hike along a boardwalk to the Interpretation Center - interesting displays that explain the history, development, and Charles Darwin’s role in the Galápagos Islands. Continue on to scenic viewing areas, a great spot to snorkel, a monument to Darwin, and a path to a beach covered with sea lions. Wear your walking shoes and swim suit. Great way to spend a few hours.

4. Estatua de Charles Darwin

Cerro Tijeretas, Cerca de Ensenada Darwin, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 200150 Ecuador
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4.0 based on 25 reviews

Estatua de Charles Darwin

Reviewed By 4x4surftours - Baja California, Mexico

Neat placement of the statue. The stone pathways that traverse this corner of the island are astonishing. They must have been some hard work to lay down. Lovely View

5. Swordfish Fountain

Avenida de la Armada Nacional, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 200150 Ecuador http://www.travelblog.org/Photos/9057917
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4.0 based on 6 reviews

Swordfish Fountain

6. Busto de Charles Darwin.

Avenida de la Armada Nacional, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 200150 Ecuador http://pinzonesygorriones.blogspot.it/2013/05/los-bustos-de-charles-darwin-erigidos.html
Excellent
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3.5 based on 7 reviews

Busto de Charles Darwin.

Reviewed By firestorm6 - Gresham, United States

This is right next to the water. It's a great place to watch the pelicans and sea lions. Plus crabs and marine iguanas.

7. Segunda Zona Naval de la Armada del Ecuador

Avenida de la Armada Nacional, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 200150 Ecuador
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

8. Busto en honor al Comandante Rafael Moran Valverde

Avenida de la Armada Nacional, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 200150 Ecuador http://pinzonesygorriones.blogspot.it/2013/05/los-bustos-de-charles-darwin-erigidos.html
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

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