Best places to visit during the winter in Argentina

Despite the fact that Bariloche is extremely popular during the winter, it is not the only fun place to visit in Argentina during this season. The area is extremely busy at this time of year, so if you are in the mood for a more relaxed vacation, here a few tips on the places to go and not to go in Argentina during the winter. Here our list of places to visit during the winter in Argentina:

Visiting Patagonia during winter

Since very recently, El Calafate and Ushuaia, at the far south of the country, have opened their touristic attractions to the public during the winter due to the fact that they are their biggest source of revenue. The only problem is that the weather conditions can become pretty unpredictable, and therefore it can be hard to plan itineraries. Some roads may be closed also be closed off due to heavy snowfall, and therefore it is recommendable to check the weather before booking a flight. [caption id="attachment_887" align="aligncenter" width="540"] Ushuaia-snowfall - places to visit during winter in Argentina/ Source[/caption]

Best places to visit during the winter in Argentina

Nevertheless, Argentina is such a diverse country, and there are a wide variety of places to visit during the winter other than Bariloche or El Calafate: Puerto Madryn, your portal to amazing wildlife: Puerto Madryn is an excellent choice of destination for winter is, in fact, the whale seasoning these parts. From the port, you will be able to take a boat along the Patagonian coast in order to experience the encounter with Argentina’s southern right whale, one of the biggest mammals on the face of this planet. 'Salta la linda', explore Argentina's northwest: Salta is also a recommended area to visit during the winter due to its mild weather and breathtaking natural scenery. No need to wear a big coat to visit this north-western part of Argentina, so it is usually a popular holiday destination at this time of the year. There are so many things to do and see in Salta that you will need at least 5 days to experience it fully. Between the salt flats in Salinas Grandes, the naturally formed rocks of Cayafate, and the Train to the Clouds Excursion, your days will be full of wonderful things to experience.   [caption id="attachment_886" align="aligncenter" width="540"] Salinas-grandes-tour-day - places to visit during the winter in Argentina / Source [/caption] Iguazu, Fall in love with Iguazu falls: If you want to see something spectacular during the winter, then one of the most recommended destinations is Iguazu, where you will have the opportunity to witness one of the wonders of the world! With over 270 drops, Iguazu Falls are considered by some to be the most beautiful waterfalls in the world! In winter, the temperatures are much cooler than in summer, where the heat can sometimes be unbearable. You will be able to take a touraround the falls on both the Argentine and Brazilian side, and you can also take a boat tour that will take you as close to the waterfalls as you can get. So don’t forget to pack a raincoat as you might get soaked by the Iguazu Falls this winter! Buenos Aires, The entertaining city: And of course, a great place to visit during the winter is obviously the capital itself: the city of Buenos Aires. This magnificent city can be a little cold during the season, but it is still a unique and very entertaining city to travel to at any time of the year. From its tasty food to its beautiful tango shows, Buenos Aires has so much to offer its visitors, so come explore the capital during the winter!

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