Historic Center Travel Guide
Mendoza
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Popular places to visit
Independence Square
Visit Mendoza’s cultural heart to see museums and basilicas or simply sit in the shade with an ice cream and watch the entertainment in the plaza.
Plaza Italia
Find a quiet place to enjoy a siesta in this peaceful park, complete with a playground and a monument to the city’s Italian heritage.
Spain Square
Unwind in one of Mendoza’s most beautiful public squares, given to Argentina by the Spanish government.
Central Market
Shop for groceries and browse a selection of foods, spices and artisanal goods at this bustling market in the heart of Mendoza.
San Martin Square
Just a short walk from Mendoza’s downtown, this square is home to a monument that pays tribute to Argentina’s most beloved general.
Basilica de San Francisco
Leave a tribute to the revered Virgin of Cuyo at one of the most important churches in Argentina.
Things to do
Mendoza: Sunset Horse Back Riding in the Mountains and BBQ
Tour autoguiado en bicicleta por Luján de Cuyo (Mendoza)
Andes Day Trip from Mendoza Including Aconcagua, Uspallata and Puente del Inca
Top hotels in Historic Center
Park Hyatt Mendoza
Beautiful property.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Sheraton Mendoza Hotel
The people working there are all very sweet and serviceable. Reservations team was of great help, I spoke to them several times and they helped me adjust my dates. The room was perfect. The breakfast was incredibly good.The hotel at night has a great ambient, very well located also to walk on the ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Diplomatic Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Huentala Hotel
Quarto muito bom, banheiros limpos e chuveiro bom. Só poderia separar o chuveiro da banheira (ou retirar a banheira), o risco de acontecer um acidente ao entrar ou sair da banheira é muito grande…
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
NH Mendoza Cordillera
Every excelente
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Hualta Hotel Mendoza, Curio Collection By Hilton
Excelente atención e instalaciones. Hotel impecable y muy accesible. Mendoza en general, precioso
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
Mendoza City Center
Wineries, casinos and spas highlight some notable features of Mendoza City Center. Make a stop by Chile Square or Plaza Italia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Mendoza Station or Belgrano Station to get around town.
La Quinta
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Quinta and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Italia and Chile Square.
Barraquero
While there might not be top attractions in Barraquero, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avenida San Martin and Spain Square.
Dorrego
You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in Dorrego. You might want to make time for a stop at Achaval Ferrer Florida de Tupungato Winery or Amado Zogbi Winery.
Godoy Cruz
Godoy Cruz is well liked for its restaurants and wineries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Avenida San Martin and General San Martin Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at San Martin Station or Pellegrini Station to get around.
Villa Hipódromo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villa Hipódromo and surrounding area, you can visit General San Martin Park and Malvinas Argentinas Stadium.
