Ciudad de Mendoza
Ciudad de Mendoza
Mendoza, the capital of the province that bears its name, is one of Argentina’s most vibrant cities. Known as the International Wine Capital, it offers unforgettable experiences surrounded by vineyards, mountains, and culture. Tourism is one of its main industries, driven by its deep winemaking tradition and stunning natural scenery.
Mendoza and its neighboring towns form Greater Mendoza, a vibrant metropolitan area with over one million residents. Its economy thrives on commerce, services, and especially tourism, with a dynamic cultural, gastronomic, and nightlife scene.
The city centers around Plaza Independencia and showcases strong European influence in its architecture, wide avenues, and leafy streets. Its spacious and well-maintained sidewalks invite visitors to explore on foot.
You’ll find a wide range of outdoor cafés and restaurants along Peatonal Sarmiento, Avenida Colón, Avenida San Martín, and Avenida Arístides Villanueva, offering everything from local flavors to international cuisine. Mendoza also features excellent hotel infrastructure to suit every traveler's style and budget.
Moreover, the city serves as the starting point for most wine tourism experiences, making it the ideal base for exploring the region's renowned wineries and vineyards.
Foundation: 1561 Emergency number: 911 Recommended time: 5 days Name in English: City of Mendoza
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Ciudad de Mendoza
Mendoza, the capital of the province that bears its name, is one of Argentina’s most vibrant cities. Known as the International Wine Capital, it offers unforgettable experiences surrounded by vineyards, mountains, and culture. Tourism is one of its main industries, driven by its deep winemaking tradition and stunning natural scenery.
Other places in the area El Corazón de Mendoza: sus Plazas
Top Excursions Cerro Camello Cerro Dedos y Cerro Manos
Excursions
Each tour in Mendoza is a new way to live the adventure: mountains, vineyards, and experiences that will lead you to discover the best of the province.
Trekking excursion in the Cacheuta pre-mountain range. Climbing the hills offers unbeatable views of the city of Mendoza, the pre-mountain range, and even Lake Potrerillos in the distance. While the route is not technically difficult, it is lengthy and covers several kilometers.
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Trekking excursion to the "Dedos" (Fingers) and "Manos" (Hands) mountains, located in the foothills near Potrerillos along Route 7. The trek offers stunning views of the city of Mendoza, the pre-mountain range, and even Lake Potrerillos in the distance.
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Activities
Experience Mendoza to the fullest with its wide range of activities: culture, nature, and fun come together to make every visit an unforgettable experience.
This is one of Mendoza’s most elegant and complete shopping centers. It brings together top fashion brands and an excellent dining scene. Designed for all ages, it also features movie theaters and fun for kids. A modern space that’s always evolving, perfect for a full day of shopping, dining, and family fun.
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Mendoza Shopping, a key shopping destination in Mendoza! Explore the vibrant food court, filled with delicious options, and enjoy the best stores for technology, fashion, books, and much more. Plus, we have a spectacular cinema and the most amazing children's playground in all of Mendoza.
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La Barraca Mall, with its impressive architecture, is one of the most prominent shopping destinations in Mendoza. Discover a wide variety of fashion stores, cozy cafés, and exquisite restaurants. Additionally, enjoy incredible deals at our exclusive outlet and experience the magic of cinema in our theater.
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