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What to do and see in Puerto Ayora, Galapagos Islands: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Puerto Ayora is a town in central Galápagos, Ecuador. Located on the southern shore of Santa Cruz Island, it is the seat of Santa Cruz Canton. The town is named in honor of Isidro Ayora, an Ecuadorian president. The town is sometimes mistakenly referred to as Santa Cruz.
Restaurants in Puerto Ayora
1. Famai Thai Massage
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
What is today called "Thai massage" or "Thai yoga massage" is an ancient healing system combining acupressure, Indian Ayurvedic principles, and assisted yoga postures.Famai Thai Massage is the only place in the Galapagos island where you can enjoy a wide range of different Thai massages.
Reviewed By divanomad
Having lived in Asia for many years it was a very pleasant surprise, to find a real Thai massage in the Galapagos Islands. Khun Famai is a graduate of Wat Po the leading school of massage therapy in Bangkok. She is very professional, kind and caring. I can highly recommend a visit to see her. The shop is a little difficult to find it is located at the end of Charles Darwin Avenue near the corner of Marchena Street. Just ask.
2. Galapagos Foodie
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Hi I am Cristina Ahassi naturalist guide, anthropologist, and foodie. My team and I host the Galapagos Foodie experience, a sustainable aproach to gastronomic tourism. In one evening you will visit five different restaurants that have embraced eco-friendly practices and chat with all their chefs. Join us and try the best Ecuadorian wine, coffee and chocolate, tropical drinks, sustainable and seasonal fish and seafood, as well as local and freerange pork, beef and goat. Along the way you will also find out how Charles Darwin became a foodie!
3. Chocolapagos Darwin's Favourites
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Chocolapagos is a gourmet artisan chocolate shop. Where you can stop bye and have a treat or book the live chocolate show were a turtle bonbom will be made as you are enjoying our amazing chocolates. All made with the finest 100% Ecuadorian Arriba Cacao.
Reviewed By Alanjacomev
If you have the chance to visit Santa Cruz island this is definitely a MUST visit on your list, exceptional quality and variety. Want some presents for friends and family? This is the place.
4. Shark Bay Dive Center
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5.0 based on 130 reviews
Highlights: whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, shark action, dolphins, manta rays, turtles, schooling fish & big pelagics, non diving activities... ...Diving environment: drift diving, advanced divers, off the beaten track... This legendary Ecuador diving destination is often considered by experienced divers to represent something of a pinnacle in their scuba careers. In that sense, many agree that
5. Eagleray Tours
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4.5 based on 338 reviews
Explore The Galapagos Marine Reserve with Eagleray Tours and experience curious sea lion up close, beautiful sea turtles or majestic hammerhead sharks. We offer PADI courses from Open Water to Divemaster in a safe environment, including the one-day Discover Scuba Diving if time is limited. If you're already a certified dive come join our daily dive trips covering all the dive sites in the area. We separate divers based on experience level to ensure that all guests get the best possible experience diving in the Galapagos, our groups are 5 divers per 1 diving instructor as a main guide. We are affiliated with the hyperbaric chamber, in wich we cover 75% of the use. We hope to see you soon!
6. Maki-Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 39 reviews
Art Gallery Comercializes fine latin american art 100% handmade and fair traded
Reviewed By Q4776EIelizabethb
Except for tee shirts at the airports, this was the only place that I bought souvenirs. Handmade bags, tiny sculptures, and beautiful handmade jewelry, all reasonably priced. And, there was much more, but that was just what I bought!
7. Santa Cruz Fish Market
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4.5 based on 854 reviews
Reviewed By BradT546 - Auckland, New Zealand
Had a lot of fun watching the sea lions and pelicans interacting with the people at the fish market. Was fascinating watching the fishermen feed the off cuts to the sea lions and pelicans in the water and watching one pelican try to swallow a whole Tuna head. The sea lions are very entertaining.
8. Galeria Exotico Ecuador
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Galeria Exotico Ecuador offers a space for ancestral cultures and contemporary Ecuadorian art. We represent Fair Trade for the Galapagos Islands. Our store includes authentic ethnographic and urban crafts done by local artisans, communities, associations and families from all regions of Ecuador.
Reviewed By kimberlinka - San Diego, United States
I really enjoyed shopping here. We were able to get great character souvenirs for my vegan sister-in-law (vegetable ivory a.k.a. Tagua) and some fun shoes for us. I loved that they’re Fair Trade and the artists are all local. Stop by if you want something unique and that you can feel good about!
9. Malecon de Puerto Ayora
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4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By Cavydad - Camarillo, United States
Walk the waterfront and experience everything! Imagine a day on Mulberry Street. From bars, fish markets shops and my favorite the infamous water taxis that transport people and luggage to the outlying boats. Select your favorite bar or cafe, linger, get into the Galápagos groove, and experience the islands.
10. The Angelique Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By 303gerac - New York City, United States
I walked in and was greeted by a friendly, busy artist in the middle of painting her whimsical silk drawings on scarfs and pillow covers and the like. I had a fun time here and picked up some knowledge of the Galapagos as well as some gifts for myself and a couple of friends.
