Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno stretches along the southwestern coast of San Cristóbal, with its main street Malecón Charles Darwin hugging the waterfront. The town features houses, restaurants, and shops concentrated mostly around this central boardwalk.

General José de Villamil founded this settlement in the 1830s, establishing the first permanent human presence in the Galápagos archipelago. It later developed into an important administrative center for the islands.

The Interpretation Center presents exhibitions about the islands' formation, evolution, and human history through educational displays and interactive materials. Visitors learn about the conditions that shaped this place.

San Cristóbal Airport connects the town regularly with mainland Ecuador, while the port serves as a departure point for island excursions. Visitors find accommodations and restaurants along the waterfront and can book tours from there.

Local beaches host both tourists and resident sea lions that frequently rest on benches and walkways throughout the waterfront area. These animals are so accustomed to people that visitors often observe them up close.

Location: Galápagos Province

Location: San Cristóbal Canton

Founders: José de Villamil

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

Website: http://sancristobalgalapagos.gob.ec

GPS coordinates: -0.90250,-89.60917

Latest update: December 20, 2025 03:00