Top Central & South America Attractions & Museums

Secure your entry to Punta del Este’s top cultural attraction by booking your admission ticket for Casapueblo in advance. Formerly the summer home of Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró, the residence is now a museum, art gallery, hotel, and cafe. Spend the afternoon drinking in exhibits dedicated to the artist and don’t miss the Ceremony of the Sun, a poetic performance delivered minutes before sunset.

See for yourself why more than 100,000 visitors flock to La Fortuna Waterfall each year with an admission ticket to one of Costa Rica's most prized natural attractions, located inside Arenal Volcano National Park. After admiring the falls from a distance, hike down a steep path to stand at the base of the mesmerizing 230-foot (70-meter) cascade, where you can feel the power of the Fortuna River and feel its mist spraying into the surrounding jungle.

Ticket lines at attractions can take hours to get through to even be able to go inside. Prebooking this Machu Picchu Admission Ticket saves you the time of waiting to purchase your ticket so you can use that time more wisely. It lets you explore the Inca ruins in Peru at your own pace. Plus, you can choose to purchase a VIP admission ticket to access the ruins even on sold-out days.

Explore one of the world’s most diverse collections of species gathered in one place with a visit to the animal sanctuary at Diamante Eco Adventure Park in Guanacaste. From adorable three-toed sloths to scaly reptiles and sleek jungle cats, see an amazing array of animals rescued by the Costa Rican Ministry of Wildlife, and learn about the park’s conservation projects. The naturally designed habitats include hummingbird gardens and a large butterfly observatory teeming with jewel-toned beauties.

This Humantay Lake Full-Day Tour from Cusco is a great pick for travelers who want to see the lake but only have a day to spare. This full-day tour takes you to the lake through the Soraypampa Trek, which is a circular route that runs about 2.7 miles (4.3 kilometers). A guide knows the best spots to stop at to see wildlife and teaches you about the scared mountains surrounding the area, too.

Head to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car for sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro. Your skip-the-line ticket gives you priority access to both cable cars, and is valid for any departure time on the day you select.

Travel to Tierra del Fuego National Park aboard the heritage End of the World train for a scenic and historical trip to Argentina’s only coastal national park. The rail line follows the route of the original convict train that ran in Ushuaia from 1910 to 1947. Learn about the history of the region as you take in a remote landscape dotted with rivers, waterfalls, forest and mountains. Have the option to remain for the day or longer when you reach the National Park station, or return on the same day.

Most tours take visitors to the Rainbow Mountain (Vinincunca) on foot but on this small-group tour from Cusco you'll save time by driving up in an ATV. That means that you'll arrive earlier than most and beat the crowds—perfect for taking photos. Your tour includes hotel pickup and breakfast and lunch in the town of Japura.

Get a taste of Costa Rica’s famed biodiversity without straying too far from the city with this all-access day pass to La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park. Featuring hiking trails through the cloud forest, cascading waterfalls, a rescued jungle cats educational program, and numerous specialty wildlife exhibits, La Paz Waterfall Gardens guarantees good fun for the whole family. This pass can be redeemed anytime during the park’s normal operating hours and is good for accessing all of the exhibits.

Make the most of your time (and your money) with an all-day pass to Diamante Eco Adventure Park, which includes access to ziplines, hanging bridges, ocean activities, a native botanical garden, and the largest animal sanctuary in Guanacaste Province — all in one location near the region’s most popular cities. This pass also includes lunch, fruit drinks, and coffee so you can stay all day.

Travel back through 5,000 years of Peruvian history with this admission ticket to Lima’s fascinating Larco Museum. Situated inside a picturesque 18th-century colonial mansion, this comprehensive museum offers a great way to put Peru’s incredible wealth of historical sites and pre-Columbian cultures into context. Connect the dots between iconic Peruvian sites like Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, Cusco and much more as you admire its amazing range of exhibits, beautiful gold and silver artifacts and a unique erotic art collection.

A private tour of Manuel Antonio National Park gives you a personalized look at the park’s many attractions. As you make your way through the forests, your guide shares information about the local ecosystem that you might miss on your own, and helps you spot wildlife like sloths, toucans, and monkeys using high-tech scopes—not included on most Manuel Antonio tours. This tour includes all transportation and your admission ticket, too, giving it extra value.

With your ticket at Morro da Urca, you visit and have access to the Praça dos Bondes - which displays the two previous generations of the Sugar Loaf Cable Car and the life-size bronze sculptures of those responsible for the creation and implementation of each one - Augusto Ferreira Ramos and Christopher Leite de Castro and; Cocuruto - a place that tells the story of the Sugar Loaf Cable Car, inaugurated over 100 years ago, with exhibitions of images, projections, machinery and objects that marked the trajectory of the 1st Brazilian cable car and the oldest in operation in the world. At some times of the year, the space hosts temporary exhibitions. The park has preferential access, lift platform, adapted toilets and ramps, making tourism accessible for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.

Check out the nocturnal wildlife in Santa Elena Reserve in Monteverde with this small group night walk tour. You’ll keep costs down by booking in a group, but still have an intimate experience (max 8 passengers). You’ll be given a flashlight to spot the nightlife, and a guide to show you the way. Tour for around two hours, and the rest of the night is free.

The Teatro Colón is the leading opera house in Buenos Aires, as well as an architectural landmark, known for its remarkably restored 19th-century interiors. On this tour, explore inside the legendary theater; see the magnificent Golden Hall, the Gallery of Busts, and the Main Foyer; and hear how iconic singers such as Maria Callas, Plácido Domingo, and Luciano Pavarotti have performed on its stage.

Discover the beauty of the Poas Volcano on a small-group tour from San Jose. Ascend the imposing volcano and learn about the various crops grown on its slopes including coffee. Notice the changing vegetation as you make your way to the summit which stands at 8,885 feet (2,708 meters) and take in the views of the main crater surrounding area from the top.

Visit the Andes Museum in Montevideo to discover the story of a 1972 plane crash in the high mountains. You’ll see personal items from some of the Uruguayans who died in the crash, as well as those who survived the ordeal, with museum information and videos in both English and Spanish. Pre-booking tickets to the Andes Museum is a time-saving strategy that lets you take care of planning in advance.

Save time on the day by booking your admission to the Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary in Cusco ahead of time. Especially during peak season, the center—which is dedicated to rehabilitating Andean wildlife such as condors—can get busy so advance booking ensures you waste no time waiting in line.

Get an inside glimpse into Brazil’s most iconic stadium by booking your admission ticket to Maracanã Stadium in advance, an activity guaranteed to appeal to football fans. Opt to explore the venue, which has played host to football matches during the World Cup and Olympics. Visit the locker room and press conference room, step onto the pitch, and admire trophies and artifacts that pay testament to the stadium’s history.

River Plate Stadium or ‘Monumental de Nuñez’ is Argentina’s largest sports stadium and home to the hugely popular River Plate soccer club. With this private tour, go behind the scenes of the legendary stadium, take a peek into the changing rooms and players’ areas, and learn all about Argentina’s passion for soccer. After the tour, visit the River Plate Museum, filled with footballing memorabilia and trophies.

Zoo Ave is an important center for animal rescue and rehabilitation, with a vast natural landscape, ornamental gardens, a large number of native and endangered species. This general admission ticket provides entry to the zoo and allows you to explore at your own pace. Learn about local wildlife, see a variety of well-cared-for animals with ample space to thrive, and observe animal rescue and rehabilitation in action.

This is the first Ferris Wheel in Latin America, 88 meters high and offering the most breathtaking view of Rio de Janeiro. From the top you have an incredible view of the Rio de Janeiro landscape, being able to contemplate famous sights such as the Sugar Loaf, Christ the Redeemer, the Central do Brasil Clock, the Guanabara Bay, the Rio-Niterói Bridge, the Samba City, the Museum of Tomorrow and much more!

Arena das Dunas was built to host the 2014 World Cup games, and hosted four games of this great world event, highlighting the duel between world champions Italy and Uruguay. With a capacity for 31,375 fans, a privileged location and a multifaceted structure, the arena is capable of holding events of different sizes, from small meetings to large shows and productions. The space has ample outdoor parking for 2,300 spaces and indoor parking with 15,000 square meters. Prohibited: E1 South parking lot - internal Tour itinerary: Waiting Room, Press Tribune, Cabins and VIP and VVIP Area, Hospitality, Mixed Zone, Changing Room, Margin of Gramado, Reserve Bank and Press Room