1. Learn to tango in Buenos Aires
Argentina is the birthplace of tango and the capital city of Buenos Aires is the best place to see this vibrant dance. Here, the metro stations are named after tango musicians, the streets are full of dance halls and cultural centers. Therefore, attending a tango show is an interesting experience for anyone visiting this ancient city.
For a real immersion, learn to tango at one of Buenos Aires' many dance schools: La Viruta, which offers classes at six different levels. Meanwhile, the DNI Tango school in Almagro offers classes in several languages and offers a free introductory lesson that is a big hit with tourists.
Alternatively, head to the bandstand at Barrancas de Belgrano park on Sunday evenings to hear a milonga (up-tempo song) called La Glorieta. The dancing here starts around 8pm, but free tango lessons often start earlier, giving beginners the basics they need to learn.
2. Admire Iguazú Falls
As a natural border between Argentina and Brazil, Iguazú Falls is one of the most awe-inspiring sights on the planet. Iguazú Falls consists of hundreds of small waterfalls, stretching for nearly 3km. Visitors can hike along the trails beside the falls or travel by boat to the Garganta del Diablo entrance of the falls. If you want to see the whole landscape of Iguazú Falls, you can hire a helicopter.
Most visitors make it a day trip, but some stay overnight at one of the many eco-lodges near Iguazú Park. They get to explore what’s left of the Atlantic rainforest – a wildlife haven; hike trails, take suspension bridges and swim in natural pools. It’s all a great experience.
Alternatively, head down to the town of Wanda, south of the park, where you’ll find the ancient monastery of San Ignacio Miní, built in 1610, and an abandoned mine site from former Polish settlers.
3. Admire the glacier at Perito Moreno
At Glaciar Perito Moreno, south of Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, there is a 30km long, 60m high glacier. The glacier can be seen on the trails and walkways that run through the park. For a better view of the glacier, visitors can take a boat trip with the help of local guides.
4. Watch marine mammals on the Valdés Peninsula
The Reserva Faunística Península Valdés Peninsula, on the coast of Patagonia, Argentina, is home to many marine mammals such as elephant seals, sea lions, etc. This is one of the most important marine mammal breeding sites in the world, and has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
The reserve covers a huge area of 3,600 square kilometers and has more than 400 kilometers of coastline. In addition, when traveling along the peninsula, visitors will see sea lions, elephant seals, Magellanic penguins and many other rare seabirds.
5. Immerse yourself in Argentine culture in Córdoba
Since being recognized as the Cultural Capital of the Americas in 2006, Córdoba has become one of the attractive destinations in Argentina. In addition to the Córdoba Cultural Center - a newly built eye-catching glass and concrete building, the city also owns many museums, galleries, theaters and diverse cultural services. Visitors have many choices such as visiting the Evita Fine Arts Museum, the Emilio Caraffa Fine Arts Museum, the Kosovo Urban Art Gallery...
6. Enjoy Malbec in Mendoza
Malbec is a deep, spicy, full-bodied red wine produced primarily in Mendoza. This pretty city has wide, tree-lined streets, charming art deco buildings, and plenty of wineries that both produce and offer tours. At night, Mendoza comes alive with bars and restaurants in the old town of Av Arístides.
In Mendoza, visitors will find a variety of wineries, olive oil farms, and culinary businesses, and you can take tours to see samples of their products. Visitors can also rent a bicycle or an electric scooter to explore Mendoza.
7. Conquer the Andes like a real cowboy
Conquering the Andes like a real Gaucho is also an interesting experience for tourists. Gaucho is the image of a cowboy dressed in a healthy outfit, sitting on horseback and traveling around Argentina. This South American country has many estancias (ranches) that offer interesting holidays with free horse riding lessons. Typically Los Potreros ranch, located next to the trail in the hills of Córdoba or La Rosita ranch in Corrientes, offers horse riding training and cattle acquaintance. But for something really special, you should cross the Andes from Argentina into Chile, on horseback, like a real cowboy, of course with a local guide.
8. Travel to the end of the world: Tierra del Fuego
Tierra del Fuego is a wild land of mossy lenga forests growing on snowy mountains. It is considered the end of the world, with a lot of wildlife, as well as a giant colony of Magellanic penguins living on Martillo Island. The best time to visit Tierra del Fuego is between September and April, when the weather is cool and there is little rain.
9. Enjoy a traditional parrilla
Parrilla is Argentina’s traditional barbecue. Beef is grilled slowly, evenly and thoroughly over hot coals. In addition to eating, visitors can also watch the asador (griller) demonstrate his skills in preparing tira de asado (thin cross-sections of ribs and meat) and vacío (ribs) before enjoying. This is a memorable experience for visitors to Argentina.
