Adjacent to the Exhibition Hall is an observation tower. The easy climb is rewarded with an elevated view of the Charles Darwin Research Station plus a panorama of Academy Bay. If you have gotten hot during your tour, there are two small yet pleasant beaches nearby. To the left of the tower is a path to La Ratonera Beach. On the right is Playa de La Estación. In English, these are respectively The Mousetrap Beach and the Station’s Beach. You can simply call them a refreshing respite. The best pristine white sand is at Tortuga Bay located about 1.5 miles from town. Two options there are Playa Mansa and Playa Brava.
