Osorno Travel Guide

  Osorno and Puntiagudo Volcanos
by kiwigal_1
 
  • Osorno and Puntiagudo Volcanos
      Osorno and Puntiagudo Volcanos
    by kiwigal_1
  • Puntiagudo Volcano
      Puntiagudo Volcano
    by kiwigal_1
  • Osorno and Puntiagudo Volcanos
      Osorno and Puntiagudo Volcanos
    by kiwigal_1
  • Osorno volcano near Puerto Octay
      Osorno volcano near Puerto Octay
    by kiwigal_1
  • Osorno volcano near puerto octay
      Osorno volcano near puerto octay
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Things to Do  

Visit the volcanoes

Visit the volcanoes, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  The most distinctive volcano in the region is the Osorno Volcano located on the shores of Lago Llanquihue. It is possible to take excursions walking or hiking up the volcano or around the base. Tour companies can organise this, usually from Puerto Varas. 

Visit Osorno Cathedral

Visit Osorno Cathedral, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  The cathedral located on the plaza has quite unusual architecture. You can see the spire from around the city which acts as a good guideline to find the plaza if you are lost. 

Visit Dairy Farms

Visit Dairy Farms, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  Osorno is located in the heart of the dairy farming region of Chile. 70% of Chile´s milk production is produced in the Lakes Region. When I travel to Osorno it is usually for work and so I find myself visiting Dairy Farms in the region. There is one agricultural show in... 

Hotels  

Termas Puyehue Hotel & Spa

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Restaurants  

Del Piero Restaurant: Del Piero Restaurant

Del Piero Restaurant: Del Piero Restaurant, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  Del Piero Restaurant is a cosy restaurant which is centrally located. The service is friendly. The menu contains pasta dishes, steak, fish, seafood, salads 

Cafe Literario Hojas del Sur: Cafe Literario Hojas del Sur

Cafe Literario Hojas del Sur: Cafe Literario Hojas del Sur, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  I came across this little gem of a place in 2008. It is a cute little cafe located inside the cultural center in central Osorno. The owner who attended us was super friendly and very keen to make sure that the items we had ordered were to our liking. I would certainly come... 

Dino's: Dino's Restaurant

Dino's: Dino's Restaurant, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  Dino's is more like a diner than a restaurant. They serve everything from salads and sandwiches through to steak, chicken or pork chops. The restaurant is centrally located on one of the corners of the main square. I like the pork chops with a salad or chips to accompany or... 

Espantapajaros: Restaurant in Puerto Octay

Espantapajaros: Restaurant in Puerto Octay, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  The Espantapajaros restaurant is located just past Puerto Octay with a view over Lago Llanquihue across to the Osorno volcano. They have animals in the area like llamas and ostriches. The restaurant is cosy inside with a buffet style service that is quick and of excellent... 

Las Brasas: Las Brasas - Steak Restaurant

Las Brasas: Las Brasas - Steak Restaurant, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  This steakhouse a little drive out of town is a well known place in Osorno. The steaks come from the Frigosorno company and are known for their quality cuts. I usually order the Lomo Vetado and the salad bar. They have a trolley of different salad options and so you can... 

La Parrilla de Pepe: La Parrilla de Pepe - Steak restaurant

La Parrilla de Pepe: La Parrilla de Pepe - Steak restaurant, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  This is a cosy restaurant with great food and a good wine cellar to select from. Choose the cut of steak you like and they will cook it to you taste on the open BBQ in the back kitchen. There are sides of salads, potatoes or rice. I always enjoy the Lomo Vetado with a... 

Burgués & Bohemio Restaurant: Burgués & Bohemio Restaurant

Burgués & Bohemio Restaurant: Burgués & Bohemio Restaurant, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  This retaurant is a new restaurant, bar and lounge centrally located in Osorno. The menu is a refreshing change from beef steaks which is the specialty of the region. I have tried the Brocheta de Ave which was really nice. The salads are good also. A friend ate the Tilapia... 

Nightlife  

Boule Bar: Boule Bar

Boule Bar: Boule Bar, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  Boule Bar is the only place I have been to in the evening that was more a bar than a restaurant. They have pizzas and ¨tablas¨that can be shared while you are drinking. Lots of cocktails to try. Don´t forget to try the typical Chilean drink - Pisco Sour. Anything goes from... 

Transportation  

Sky Airlines

Sky Airlines, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  Sky Airlines is a new, budget airline that has recently entered the Chile domestic flight market. They now have two flights per day from Santiago de Chile to Osorno.Check their website for the latest flight times and routes.The cost of a round ticket Santiago de Chile -... 

LAN Airlines

LAN Airlines, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  LAN flies to Osorno twice a day via Valdivia from Santiago de Chile. From time to time LAN changes their flight times and routes so for up to the minute information on flight times look at their website. The flight takes about 2 1/2 hours to get to Osorno from Santiago... 

Car Hire

Car Hire, Osorno

 barryg23 Says:  We rented a car in Osorno from JB Rent a Car, for a reasonable price of 23,500 pesos per day. Many of the places we wanted to see around Osorno, such as Parque Puyuhue, had erratic public transport, so we decided hiring a car was the best plan. We were a given a Corsa, from... 

Shopping  

EntreLagos: Locally made specialty Chocolate shop

EntreLagos: Locally made specialty Chocolate shop, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  The EntreLagos chocolate brand is well known within Chile. If you are looking for a yummy gift for someone back home this is a good place to stop by. Chocolates, Alfajores 

Alta Artesania: Local souvenirs

Alta Artesania: Local souvenirs, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  This shop is located near downtown Osorno. It offers a collection of local arts and crafts for sale. Wood crafts, clothing, artisan kitchen items, jewellery, toys, pottery Depends on the item 

Osorno Mainstreet

Osorno Mainstreet, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  On Mainstreet there is a conglomeration of stores. You can buy most things you may need during your stay in Osorno in this area. 

Local Customs  

Tipping

Tipping, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  In Chile the standard tip in a restaurant is 10% which is sometimes added onto the bill but more often than not you need to leave behind on the table. If paying by credit card you can ask to add the tip to the bill and indicate the standard 10%. Do not tip taxis.If you drive... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Fog

Fog, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  Osorno in winter mornings is often shrouded in fog. This fog often has the affect of plane delays both in and out of Osorno and also makes visibility difficult on the highways. To avoid the problem when flying you could book a ticket to Puerto Montt which is an hour south of... 

What to Pack  

Rainy days

Rainy days, Osorno

 kiwigal_1 Says:  A backpack or suitcase with wheels Make sure you bring clothing that is warm and a rain jacket that will keep you dry. The weather in Osorno can be quite wet and so you will need this. I visit dairy farms when I am in Osorno so I bought gumboots when I was there at the... 

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 The cathedral located on the plaza has quite unusual architecture. You can see the spire from around the city which acts as a good guideline to find the plaza... 

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Q:  Can anyone advise me on which bus company provides the transporation from Bariloche to Osorno? How long will it take? We only... 

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A: Several companies do the trip, often using partner companies: Via Bariloche/Don Otto, Bus Norte, El Valle etc. There is not much difference between them. It takes about 5... 

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Osorno - Lakes, Volcanoes and Dairy Farms!

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 I travel to Osorno for work quite often to check out dairy farms in the region! (I kid you not!!) The region is known for its lakes and volcanoes. Being volcano mad I was pretty excited however my... 

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