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Top 10 Places To Visit In Mendoza

Mendoza, Argentina

Mendoza, Argentina, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, world-class wines, and outdoor adventures. Mendoza is one of Argentina’s most popular destinations. Here are the top 10 places to visit in Mendoza:

1. City of Mendoza

Discover the City of Mendoza in a day filled with flavors, history, and nature! Start your day with breakfast at places like Brod or Monono, or at one of the cafes on Colón Street, perfect for fueling up for a day of walking. Sarmiento Pedestrian Street, inaugurated in 1989 and home to historic buildings like the San Martín Passage, famous for its French stained glass windows, is a popular spot for shops, workers, and locals.

Continue your journey through Plaza Independencia, the city’s main square, and the perfect place to relax and watch the daily flow of people. From there, head to Central Park, a modern green space with playgrounds, an artificial lake, and a collective mural showcasing local artists' creativity.

2. Mount Aconcagua and Parque Provincial Aconcagua

South America’s highest peak is located in Mendoza, so this is a unique place from which to watch the sunset. Although you don’t need to be an expert climber to make your way up the slopes of this mountain, it helps if you want to get to greater heights. If you reach Camp 2 on the Normal Route, you are almost guaranteed a mind-blowingly beautiful Andean sunset if the sky is clear. Fear not, though, enjoying this stunning national park does not require climbing the peak.

3. Bodega Trapiche

In Mendoza’s Maipu Valley, the Trapiche Bodega and Vineyard is one of the standout attractions. The battle for the best bodega is a tough one, but Trapiche puts up a good fight, and since its foundation in 1883, this winery has been at the forefront of innovation in its wines.

4. Cerro de la Gloria

Cerro de la Gloria is located within General San Martín Park. Its name was officially changed in 1913 to honor the Army of the Andes. There's a small food stall where you can enjoy a coffee and take panoramic photos of the surrounding mountains.

5. Cacheuta Hot Springs

Cacheuta Hot Springs is an ideal destination for relaxation, located just 39 km from the City of Mendoza. Open year-round, the thermal water park offers access to over 10 pools filled with 100% thermal water. Highlights include stone pools, a 270-meter lazy river, and a wave pool with a 10-meter-high spray. The park also offers picnic areas with barbecue facilities.

6. Parque San Martin

Take a turn around one of Mendoza’s most idyllic parks, Parque San Martin. This impressive urban oasis was designed by famous urban planner and landscape architect Carlos Thays back in the late 1800s, and still retains its 19th century charm.

7. Familia Zuccardi

Familia Zuccardi’s Vineyard and Winery is one of the most well known in all of Mendoza, making them something of a viticulture legend. Not only are they famous for producing wine, but also olive oil, which appears on restaurant tables all over Argentina. This sprawling bodega is a great place to go for lunch, where you can sample some of Mendoza’s best wine in a luxurious setting.

8. Cañón del Atuel

Rent a car or hire a driver for the day of exploring this majestic canyon south of San Rafael. At the bottom of the canyon is the Atuel river, the longest river in the province, and the road follows the river throughout the canyon. Check out the unique geographic formations, many of which have intriguing monikers like the Lizard, the Monks, and the Enchanted City.

9. Potrerillos

Potrerillos is located west of Mendoza and is home to the Potrerillos Dam, a place of great beauty. The surrounding area features several mountain villages, such as Las Chacritas, El Carmelo, and Vallecitos, which offer weekend homes and camping, as well as options for hiking and rock climbing. Vallecitos is home to the oldest ski slope in the province and several mountain refuges.

10. Puente del Inca

Puente del Inca is an impressive natural monument in the province and a protected area near the town of the same name. This geological phenomenon is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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