Things to do in Coyhaique
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Centro de Ski El Fraile
From June to September, skiers can make turns at the Centro de Ski El Fraile, only 29km south of Coyhaique. A T-bar and pommel lift access 800m of vertical terrain. Experts can hike past the lifts to some bowls with heavy, wet snow and lovely tree-skiing. Rental equipment is available.
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Café Ricer
Best described as a gringo zoo, this high-priced café occupies soft sheepskin seats and a choice spot on the Plaza de Armas. Offerings are many, from a selection of ice creams to cakes and pies or salmon on a bed of greens. Vegetarians have OK options here.
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Museo Regional de la Patagonia
In town, Museo Regional de la Patagonia catalogues pioneer artifacts and Jesuit regalia. It also houses a fine collection of labeled photographs on regional history, including the construction of part of the Carretera Austral.
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Lito's
Lito's might not look like much, but the service is excellent and the traditional Chilean dishes are consistently well prepared. The fixed-price meal, including a platter full of salad and a good portion of fish or meat, is quite a bargain.
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La Casona
Considered the best restaurant in town, with an intimate family atmosphere and a dose of white-linen formality. The menu features grilled lamb, seafood options and steaks. Palta Victoria, an avocado stuffed with crab, makes a great start.
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Piel Roja
Rumbling with late-night life, this bar swarms with local youths and the occasional adventure guide. The circular bar downstairs is the best place for wallflowers to hide; upstairs becomes a romping dance floor in the wee hours.
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Casino de Bomberos
Call it a cultural experience, this classic but windowless eatery packs with locals downing seafood plates or steak and eggs. The one thing they’re short of is fresh air, with empanadas and French fries sizzling up the griddle.
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Café Confluencia
The town’s best new find, this chic eatery serves heaping bowls of greens and themed dinner nights that bring fresh tacos way south. Mint pisco sours are standouts but teapots and fresh juices are good daytime fixes.
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Patagonia Guide Service
This respected agency runs tours through much of Patagonia with an eye for detail, personalized trips and experienced guides. They speak English, Portuguese and Hebrew and are a top choice for photo safaris.
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Reserva Nacional Coyhaique
Hikers can tread trails in Reserva Nacional Coyhaique, 5km from town: take Baquedano north across the bridge and go right at the gravel road; from the entrance it’s 3km to Laguna Verde.
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Peña Quilantál
Coyhaique has a surprisingly active nightlife in the summer months. Peña Quilantál features live folk music on weekend nights; shows may start considerably later than advertised.
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La Olla
La Olla specializes in Spanish cuisine, including paella. While dinners are a bit pricey, the lunch specials are within reach of most budgets. Credit cards are accepted.
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Patagonia Adventure Expeditions
Run by very knowledgeable US and English expats; organizes kayaking and rafting on many rivers, plus mountaineering expeditions around the region and in Puerto Bertrand.
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Condor Explorer
Gear shop with topo maps and top outdoor brands also has a good guide service doing logistical support for expeditions. Day trips to rock climb or trek go for CH$25,000.
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Café Oriente
Chandeliers and mirrors overstate this modest sandwich stop serving satisfying ave paltas (chicken and avocado sandwiches) on warm bread, ice cream and coffee.
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Pub Alkimia
Behind the plush black curtains there’s a club scene trussed up for a younger crowd and well-heeled 30-somethings alike, with upstairs-downstairs lounges.
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Pub Z
This converted red-brick galpó (barn or warehouse) has live music. It also hosts art exhibitions and serves basic sandwiches and light fare.
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Casa del Turismo Rural
Networks visitors to rural home stays & local guide services for a grass-roots approach to trekking, fishing and horseback riding.
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Feria Artesanal
Several crafts outlets sell woolens, leather goods and wood carvings. The Feria Artesanal and Manos Azules are worth a look.
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Manos Azules
Several crafts outlets sell woolens, leather goods and wood carvings. The Feria Artesanal and Manos Azules are worth a look.
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Café Samoa
This cozy little bar and restaurant has affordable Chilean favorites, parrillada, fish, shellfish and pasta.
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Caféteria Alemana
Serves up sandwiches, crepes and plates of roasted chicken (the best deal) in an eatery that can get rather smoky.
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Bar West Pub
With a touch of the Wild West, this pub is a chill place to have a few drinks.
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