Antigua Casa Beban: A Glimpse into Ushuaia's Past
Step back in time at Ushuaia's Antigua Casa Beban, a beautifully preserved window into the city's pioneering past.
The Antigua Casa Beban, or Old Beban House, is a historic house museum in Ushuaia, Argentina, showcasing the city's architectural heritage. Built between 1911 and 1913 for the Beban family, it served as a social hub and later a cultural center. Declared a Cultural Heritage site, the house offers visitors a glimpse into early 20th-century life in Ushuaia.
A brief summary to Antigua Casa Beban
- V9410BKL, Av. Maipú 1830, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego Province, V9410, AR
- +54290143-6333ext.1616
- Visit website
Local tips
- Admission is free, making it an accessible cultural experience for all visitors.
- Visit on a weekday between 10 AM and 6 PM to explore the exhibits.
- Join a guided tour at 11 AM or 4 PM to gain deeper insights into the house's history.
- Combine your visit with a walk along the Paseo de los Antiguos Pobladores to see other historical buildings.
Getting There
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Walking
Antigua Casa Beban is located on Av. Maipú 1830, along the waterfront. From the Ushuaia city center, including the main tourist information office and the cruise terminal, head east along Avenida Maipú. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes, offering scenic views of the Beagle Channel. The house is situated between G. Pluschow and A. Sobral streets. There are no specific costs associated with walking.
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Public Transport
Ushuaia has three public bus lines: A, B, and C. Check the 'Mi Bondi' app for bus stop locations and arrival times. Take any bus that travels along Avenida Maipú and disembark near the intersection with Pluschow or Sobral. The fare is based on the SUBE card system. A monthly pass costs around ARS 32,000. A single trip fare is not readily available, but is significantly less than the monthly pass.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Ushuaia. A taxi from the city center to Antigua Casa Beban will be a short ride. The base fare is approximately USD 1, with an additional USD 0.5 per kilometer. Expect to pay around USD 3.5 for a 5km ride. Ensure the driver uses the meter.
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