Things to Do in Mendoza

Mendoza city is a city that thrives full of nature in the middle of a desert. With more than 450 years of history, Mendoza was the city where the freedom of South America was born.
I invite you to a tour full of mysticism to understand the city of wine and mountains, You will have a historic insight into the mix of indigenous peoples, Spanish colonizers, native people who fought for freedom, and European immigrants, all of whom helped to build this amazing oasis.
We start in Plaza España (Spain Square) and we end in Portones del Parque General San Martín (San Martin Park Gate). Following the history in chronological order.
Prepare your ears to listen to love, war, myths, and even ghost stories.

This is the tour that covers the most places in town among the ones offered!

Important: if the webpage says that one date for the tour is full, please send a private message so I can reserve a spot for you!

Welcome to the New City of Mendoza!

We depart from Monday to Sunday at 11 am and 3 pm. In English and Spanish. If it doesn't appear available on the calendar, send us a message!

If you book for 1 person, you will allow more people to join our tour. It doesn't matter if there are actually more. We have room for everyone! 

Discover with us the Plaza Circuit of the City of Mendoza. We are guides and passionate about local history and heritage. We are pioneers in organizing walking tours in Mendoza.

After a brief introduction at our meeting point, we will visit:

• Main squares
• Pedestrian street
• Former Mortgage Bank

All of this from a critical perspective without institutional commitments in an approximately 2-hour tour. We finish at Pasaje San Martín to appreciate earthquake-resistant architecture from the early 20th century.
Don't miss the opportunity to book our free tour and understand our recent past.

We invite you to discover the history and legacy of Mendoza through a fascinating tour of its foundational area.

We will start at Plaza Pedro del Castillo, the heart of the colonial city, where you can breathe in the air of its origins. Then, we will explore the imposing ruins of the Church of San Francisco, which was destroyed by the devastating earthquake of 1861.

To conclude, we will visit Plaza San Martín where we will explore the history of this emblematic place, discovering its evolution over time. We will admire the equestrian monument of General San Martín and highlight the presence of the Basilica of San Francisco, an architectural gem filled with history and spirituality.

We look forward to seeing you!

> If the tour is fully booked, inquire via WhatsApp at +54 9 261 2 46 5051. 
> Reservations must be made 2 hours in advance

> The tour may be suspended and rescheduled due to adverse weather conditions (storms, snowfalls, and Zonda wind).

Welcome to Archaeological Mendoza!

Discover with us the Foundational Area of the City of Mendoza. We are guides and passionate about local history and heritage. We are pioneers in organizing walking tours in Mendoza.

After a short trip by public transport, we will visit:

• San Martín House Museum
• Foundational Area Museum (only on Wednesdays)
• Jesuit-Franciscan Ruins

All this from a critical perspective without institutional commitments in a 2 1/2 hour tour. We finish at Independence Square to recognize the contrast with the New City.
Don't miss the opportunity to book our free tour and understand our past from the indigenous peoples, through the process of conquest and independence with a local perspective.

If you book for 1 person, you will allow more people to attend our tour. It doesn't matter if there are more. We have room for everyone! We depart from Tuesday to Sunday at 10:30 am and 2:30 pm. If it doesn't appear available on the calendar, send us a message!

Here the freedom of South America was born, in Mendoza, we Mendocinos like to say about ourselves that we are the cradle of freedom, we are a people that, although small and peaceful, are very proud of what we have achieved. Building an oasis in the middle of the desert is a great example of this, a people that is great due to its effort, creativity, love for its land, and human warmth.

We are the children of the mix of indigenous people and immigrants from all over South America and the world, and this is reflected in our city. I invite you to discover it with me among the main squares of the center, the museums and theaters, the most important avenues, and the magnificent San Martín Park.

I invite you to join to learn the history of this place, the customs of its people, the secrets of the city, the legends, and urban myths. Through facts and anecdotes, we will have a great time, and you will have the necessary information to make the most of your time in Mendoza!

Send me a message for any inquiries 🙂

+5492616558518 (Ignacio)

I want to invite you to an urban trekking experience, where you can feel like you're in the mountains and nature without leaving the city. As a nature lover and mountain sports enthusiast, I am pleased to guide you through places that locals from Mendoza often use to train and escape the city's noise. We will immerse ourselves in San Martín Park, a jewel of our city and Argentina, exploring some of its trails and corners. Leaving the forest, we will walk towards the mountain park, where we will walk around the "Cerro Llorón," gaining an understanding of the Mendoza foothills. Then we will ascend and finish at the well-known "Cerro de la Gloria." You will understand the contrast between native and foreign flora. You will learn about the park's history and its monuments. You will enjoy beautiful views and practice trekking without leaving Mendoza. 
In total, we will walk around 6 kilometers with some elevation gain towards the end. 
Don't forget comfortable shoes, water, and protection against the strong Mendoza sun!

Have an unforgettable experience with this paragliding activity over Mendoza! You'll enjoy extraordinary views of the Andean foothills and the Cerro Arco.

We will begin the free tour of Mendoza at the main fountain of the Plaza de la Independencia , where we will meet at the established time.

First of all, we will learn a brief history of Mendoza while we tour Plaza Independencia and other emblematic places in the urban center. We will continue the tour on the popular Sarmiento Avenue , which concentrates a good part of the city's hospitality industry. Beers, grilled meats, empanadas, organic food... The gastronomic offer is very wide! Of course, we will also refer to the famous wines of Mendoza , since this region is one of the main producing areas of the country. And to make it an unforgettable experience, we will taste wines and olive oil from the region totally free ! We continue the free tour along Emilio Civit Avenue , one of the most beautiful in the city, discovering the mansions, mansions and chalets that have stories to tell, until we reach the famous San Martín Park.

Finally, we will talk about the natural resources of Mendoza since the city is located in a very arid area of ​​Argentina, so the scarcity of water has awakened the environmental awareness of the people of Mendoza.
Finally, after an hour of walking, we will conclude the free tour at the Gates of General San Martin Park.

If you can't book, don't hesitate to write to me!

Discover the five emblematic squares of the New City of Mendoza! 

These main squares form an unmissable circuit of history, culture, and nature. With fountains, monuments, and activities all year round, they are the perfect starting point to get to know the New City of Mendoza, designed by surveyor Julio Balloffet after the 1861 earthquake that devastated the city.

• Independence Square
• Spain Square
• Italy Square
• Chile Square
• San Martín Square

Join this tour! 

Discover the historical heritage of Mendoza on this private tour. You'll tour this beautiful Argentinean city in an exclusive group just for you!

On this trek, we'll explore the area around Potrerillos, where we'll see spectacular views of the Andes. We can go to the Devil's Throat or Bayo Hill.