Mendoza: Half-Day Sightseeing Tour
ID: GYG57386-80161
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Country: Peru
Country: Peru
Duration: 04:00 hours
Description
Get a great overview of Mendoza of both the old and new city. Explore its legendary architectural layout and learn about the conveyance system that provides water to the abundance of trees.
Take a picturesque tour of the old and new city of Mendoza, known for its architectural layout and wide trenches that run along every street to provide water for an approximate 100,000 trees in the city center.
Visit landmark attractions, such as Our Lady of Loreto Cathedral and the stunning Basilica of St. Francis. Pass the former Banco Hipotecario, now home to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Discover a contemporary art space in the former Bank of Mendoza, and go into some of the city's lovely squares, such as Plaza Independencia and the smaller Plaza España. Enter the civic district to see the Government House of the Province and the Enoteca that showcases the area's famous wine industry.
Later continue our circuit passing by the prestigious street Emilio Civit, a residential area that leads to General San Martin Park (370 ha). Enter by the famous gates until reaching Cerro de la Gloria, where the Monument to San Martín and his army is located. Please note that access to this attraction may be restricted during adverse weather conditions.
Return to the hotels around midday.
Take a picturesque tour of the old and new city of Mendoza, known for its architectural layout and wide trenches that run along every street to provide water for an approximate 100,000 trees in the city center.
Visit landmark attractions, such as Our Lady of Loreto Cathedral and the stunning Basilica of St. Francis. Pass the former Banco Hipotecario, now home to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. Discover a contemporary art space in the former Bank of Mendoza, and go into some of the city's lovely squares, such as Plaza Independencia and the smaller Plaza España. Enter the civic district to see the Government House of the Province and the Enoteca that showcases the area's famous wine industry.
Later continue our circuit passing by the prestigious street Emilio Civit, a residential area that leads to General San Martin Park (370 ha). Enter by the famous gates until reaching Cerro de la Gloria, where the Monument to San Martín and his army is located. Please note that access to this attraction may be restricted during adverse weather conditions.
Return to the hotels around midday.
Highlights
- Admire the colonial architecture of Mendoza
- Explore some of Mendoza's leafy parks and lovely squares
- Benefit from the services of a local guide
- Admire graffiti of the 2022 Argentine championship team in Palermo.
- Enjoy a snack at a historic café.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pick up is only available from selected hotels located in the city center, if your accommodation is located outside this area, a meeting point will be provided.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.