Puerto Ayora

Charles Darwin Research Station
Avenida Charles Darwin
Free
6AM to 6PM M-Sa
Located at the end of the road on the eastern edge of town

Has extensive exhibits on the natural history of the islands. The breeding programs at the station allow visitors to see many iguanas, tortoises, and other animals in various stages of their lives. The most famous resident of the station is Lonesome George, a tortoise found on Pinta island who is believed to be the last of his sub-species.