Galapagos Islands tours visitor sites - Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is the provincial capital of the Galapagos and the second largest settlement area in the islands. It originated as a penal colony more than a hundred years ago.  Now a sleepy town overlooking the harbor known for its relaxed attitude. 

The beaches near town are one of the few places where visitors are allowed to camp in the islands, the National Park Information Site located just outside of town is happy to provide information. There are a number of hotels and restaurants available for those interested in staying a few extra days in the area to explore some of the local visitor sites.

An Interpretation Center 's new buildings, lush gardens and sweeping ocean views are a strong contrast to the 1960's style buildings at the Charles Darwin Center . Visitors to the Interpretation Center can learn about both the geological and human history of the islands, conservation issues, and natural history.

The older Museum of Natural History attempts to preserve the natural history of the islands.

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno has one of the island's two airports.