Argentina captivates travelers with its stunning diversity — from the waterfalls of Iguazu to the wine valleys of Mendoza, from the busy streets of Buenos Aires to the landscapes of Patagonia. This South American country impresses every type of traveler, whether you’re seeking adventure, culture, culinary delights, or natural wonders.
Argentina offers affordable prices for travelers, allowing you to explore beautiful landscapes in the afternoon and taste premium wine and steaks in the evening. The country has a unique cultural blend of European influence and Latin American passion, so you feel it both familiar and exotic.
The best time to visit Argentina depends on the region you want to travel to. For Buenos Aires and the northern regions, March through May (fall) and September through November (spring) offer pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds. If Patagonia is on your wish list, plan your visit between November and March when the weather is warmest.
Argentina at glance:
Flight duration (from London): 13-14 hours
Main airport: Ministro Pistarini International Airport (Ezeiza), Buenos Aires
Population: 46 mln people
Language: Spanish, Italian, English
Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS)
Time zone: UTC-3
Top places to visit in Argentina
Buenos Aires, Argentina’s capital, is a very energetic city. Walk through the colorful La Boca neighborhood, visit the elegant Recoleta district and watch a tango show in San Telmo. Take a rest in a city café with a glass of cortados, watching people from a table and enjoying the capital’s atmosphere.
Iguazu Falls, located on the border with Brazil, is one of the world’s most spectacular natural events. The cascade of 275 waterfalls creates rainbows in the mist, surrounded by the rainforest with exotic birds and butterflies.
Mendoza pleases wine enthusiasts with high-altitude vineyards. The region produces some of the world’s finest Malbecs, and many wineries welcome visitors for tastings and tours. The backdrop of snow-capped Andes peaks makes every vineyard visit feel like a postcard moment.
Bariloche is a town in the Patagonia region, located near Nahuel Huapi National Park and surrounded by Andes. Walk through the mountain town with Swiss alpine-style architecture, taste the chocolate, enjoy the fresh air and the stunning landscapes. In Summer, you can go hiking and do water sports, while in winter it becomes a perfect ski destination.
El Calafate and Perito Moreno Glacier are real natural wonders with amazing landscapes and wild beauty. El Calafate is a small and lively town, which serves as a hub for visitors of different parts of Los Glaciares National Park. This park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and Perito Moreno Glacier is not only a part of it, but also the third largest freshwater reserve on the planet. You can walk on the glacier, take a boat trip or watch house-sized chunks of ice crash into the turquoise waters below.
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