Prepare your trip to Argentina
Argentina is a trip that will delight all lovers of nature and culture, from the varied landscapes, between ocean and mountains, to the lively life of Buenos Aires. Here are some essentials and practical information.
Tierra del Fuego and Iguazu Falls: two must-sees
Tierra del Fuego is one of the most famous places in Argentina, for its history, its geographical position, its fauna and flora. Located in the far south of the continent, you will discover the Cape Horn et Ushuaia, two equally well-known names.
The Iguazu kicks, located between Argentina and Brazil, are among the most beautiful in the world. And in another register, the Perito Moreno glacier, in Patagonia, is just as spectacular.
La Andes Cordillera will delight hikers and mountain dwellers, just like the mont Fitz Roy, where to watch the sunrise is worth the detour.
Two cities to visit: Buenos Aires and Salta
Buenos Aires, meeting European and Latin cultures, is a beautiful and lively city. You will inevitably go there when you arrive and when you leave, take the opportunity to discover the city, its artistic culture, its restaurants, its nightlife. From Argentinian beef to excellent wines, the cuisine is also a staple of the country.
Last but not least, Salta is also a city to see. Capital of the northern province of the country, the architecture is inherited from the colonial period, with a magnificent view of the Andes.
Pratical information
tourist Office
To plan your trip to Argentina, the Argentine tourism office is located at 6, rue Cimarosa, 75016 Paris (by phone: 01 44 05 27 38).
Passport and visa
Regarding the entry formalities in the country, you need your valid passport. However, you will not need a visa for a stay of less than three months.
Currency
Although euros can be accepted in Argentina, choose to exchange your money for pesos anyway so as not to look bad. Rates are constantly fluctuating, but Ar $ 1 (pesos) is worth around 10 euro cents. You can easily exchange in Buenos Aires, preferably in a bank or currency exchange, cheaper than at the airport.
Arrive in Argentina
With an international flight, you will arrive at the Aeropuerto Internacional Ministro Pistarini, an hour from Buenos Aires by taxi or bus. It takes 13 to 15 hours of flight (non-stop) to connect France and Argentina.
When to go?
The Argentine climate is varied, it is subtropical in the Northeast and subarctic in the South. The best seasons to travel there are therefore in March-April and October-November, the most temperate months in both North and South.
