Mendoza

It is the main square of the city. Two blocks away from other four smaller plazas, San Martín, Chile, Italia, and España.

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Inaugurated in 1993, the museum is located in the exact same place where the Spanish captain Pedro Del Castillo founded Mendoza city. It’s located in the historical center of the Old City. It is an archeological museum which contains pictures that exhibit the historical evolution of the city. Also, on display are valuable objects pulled out In Situ after the devastating 1861 earthquake that destroyed the colonial city.

General San Martin Park is a beautiful, large, densely wooded area of the city. In order to reach The Hill of Glory, where the national monument to the Andean Army is located, visitors must enter through San Martín Park. There are signs pointing in its direction.

1426 España Ave.

The Basilica has a great architectural value. It houses the treasured remains of Merceditas, (José De San Martín´s daughter) and her husband Mariano Balcarce. The Basilica was declared a National Historic Monument in 1929. It carries the image of Nuestra Señora Del Carmen de Cuyo.

279 Las Heras Ave.

This market is the oldest shopping center in Mendoza. Its construction dates back to 1884. Aside from retail outlets, it has a nice food court with different culinary options and traditional fruits and meats.

Located in the western-central part of the province, this area is known as the home of the Malbec grape. However, it also produces very good Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Torrontes wines. You can visit many wineries and taste their wines while looking at the beautiful Andes Mountains in the backdrop. You can also learn about the Argentine winemaking process! 

Considered one of the best winemaking areas in Argentina, the Valley´s high altitude (between 850 and 1200 m) combined with a particular microclimate, make for optimal grape growing. These geographic and climatic factors provide excellent grape ripening with deep colors, intense aromas, sweet tastes and amazing textures. The valley’s sparkling wines are world renowned.  

Offers an amazing experience full of adrenaline with sport activities such as rafting and trekking.

It is located in the Aconcagua Provincial Park (a Natural Protected Area) in the northwest of the province. This Mountain with its 6962 meters has the highest altitude of America. His majesty is undeniable. If you like trekking or mountain climbing this is the best place! It will be an unforgettable experience!

2898 Guardia Vieja St. Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo. Tel: 261 4963650. 

Gourmet

Mendoza is full of surprises and this chic little restaurant is one of the nicest kinds. 

The decor is sleek and clean with no distractions. The focus here is on your meal: artfully prepared, impeccably plated and smartly delivered. A great culinary experience! The place is small so make a reservation and you will not be disappointed!

1028 Belgrano Ave. Tel: 261 423-9704.

Schedule: Monday – Saturday 18:30 – 23:30.

Grill

This is a lovely restaurant with a lively and fun restaurateur who speaks perfect English. The food is exceptional and some of the best service in Mendoza. The prices are quite affordable and the restaurant itself is beautiful.

7008 Videla Aranda St. – Maipú. Tel: 261 15-341-1729. 

Winery / Gourmet

Alejandro Vigil, the winemaker, welcomes wine lovers from all over the world to his home in Cruz de Piedra. The chef Matías Podestá prepares lunches and dinners accompanied by the seven labels of Premium El Enemigo wine.

765 Sarmiento Ave. Mendoza. Tel: 0261 429-4200. 

Schedule: Monday – Sunday 12 – 00:30. 

Wine Bar

This restaurant is located in the center of Mendoza. The ambiance is cool and relaxed. Food is great! Also, you can select your own bottle of wine from the wine cellar with the sommelier who recommends something based on your preferences. It is overall a great experience!

Cobos St. Agrelo – Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza. Tel: 0261 413-1124.

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Founded in 1902, Bodega Catena Zapata is known for its pioneering role in resurrecting the Malbec and in discovering extreme high altitude terroirs in the Andean foothills of Mendoza.

Route 7 Km 1056. Tel: 0261 368-9780. 

Winery / Gourmet

Only twenty minutes from the city of Mendoza,the Melipal Bodega is located in the heart of the prime grape growing area of Agrelo, in the Luján de Cuyo region.

Visitors can tour the vineyard’s different areas and do everything from taking outdoor cooking classes among the grape vines to going on guided hikes to seeing the vineyard’s diverse landscape. Things to see include Melipal’s aged vines, tall trellises, and the Nazarenas Vineyard, which features plantations of the highest quality grapes.

1863 Brandsen St. Luján de Cuyo. Tel: 0261 524-4416. 

Winery / Gourmet

This winery, designed to produce premium wines, was built in 2004 in Perdriel, Mendoza – Argentina, in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is a fusion of classic and modern architecture: Tuscan-inspired stone walls combined with well-defined modern straight lines provide a highly attractive and unique building. A blend of tradition with modernity.

1745 San Martín St. Mayor Drummond, Mendoza. Tel: 0261 498-0011. 

Winery / Gourmet

With the first vine planted in 1897, Lagarde is one of the oldest wineries in the Mendoza region with Malbec vines over 100 years old. Lagarde was the first Latin American producer to plant non-traditional varieties such as Viognier and Moscato Bianco.

4020 H. Yrigoyen Ave. San Rafael. Tel: 0260 444-9600. 

Winery / Gourmet

Bianchi, for history, present and future is the most visited winery in the country with more than 100,000 tourists every year. Enjoy guided tours and their exclusive premium showroom opposite the beautiful panoramic view. They offer a wide variety of gourmet options that cater to every taste, that pairs perfectly with their selection of wines.

Videla Aranda 7008, M5519 Maipú

Winery / Gourmet

Each dish is made with products from the family garden, inspired by the products that bloom in fullness every time of the year and are expressed in family recipes.

Wines with excellent international scores are a great treasure. Each solstice change brings new recipes, new creations, new visual proposals, flavors, colors and aromas to the Casa Vigil menu