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Argentina's best-kept secrets: Beyond the beaten path

Dive into the heart of South America with our curated selection of Argentina's hidden gems. This list takes you beyond the famous tourist spots, revealing breathtaking natural wonders, quaint towns rich in culture, and historical sites often overlooked by the typical traveler. Each point of interest comes with its unique charm, offering an authentic experience amid Argentina's diverse landscapes.

Quebrada de las Conchas
Quebrada de las Conchas

Salta, Argentina

A canyon known for its striking rock formations and colorful sedimentary layers.

Esteros del Iberá
Esteros del Iberá

Corrientes, Argentina

One of the world's largest freshwater wetlands, home to a myriad of wildlife.

Cueva de las Manos
Cueva de las Manos

Santa Cruz, Argentina

An archaeological site featuring ancient hand paintings dating back around 9,000 years.

La Cumbrecita
La Cumbrecita

Córdoba, Argentina

A pedestrian-only Alpine-style village nestled in the Sierras of Cordoba.

Bosques Petrificados de Jaramillo
Bosques Petrificados de Jaramillo

Santa Cruz, Argentina

A petrified forest national park preserving fossils from the Jurassic period.

Laguna Brava
Laguna Brava

La Rioja, Argentina

A high-altitude salt lake renowned for its unique fauna and stunning vistas.

Talampaya National Park
Talampaya National Park

La Rioja, Argentina

Desert park featuring red sandstone cliffs and remnants of ancient civilizations.

Purmamarca
Purmamarca

Jujuy, Argentina

Home to the Hill of Seven Colors, this village offers picturesque adobe architecture.

Valle de la Luna
Valle de la Luna

San Juan, Argentina

Features lunar landscapes and geological formations within the Ischigualasto Provincial Park.

Los Alerces National Park
Los Alerces National Park

Chubut, Argentina

A haven of ancient alerce trees, pristine lakes, and endemic flora and fauna.

Uspallata Valley
Uspallata Valley

Mendoza, Argentina

A scenic valley serving as a gateway to the Andes mountains and historic Inca trails.

Villa Traful
Villa Traful

Neuquén, Argentina

A tranquil lakeside village surrounded by untouched Andean forests.

Nahuel Huapi National Park
Nahuel Huapi National Park

Río Negro, Argentina

This stunning national park encompasses deep blue lakes and snow-capped peaks.

Quebrada de Humahuaca
Quebrada de Humahuaca

Jujuy, Argentina

A UNESCO World Heritage site with multicolored valleys that tell a story of human settlement over 10,000 years.

Monte Fitz Roy
Monte Fitz Roy

Santa Cruz, Argentina

Also known as Cerro Fitz Roy, this is one of the most iconic mountains in Patagonia, attracting climbers worldwide.

Antofagasta de la Sierra
Antofagasta de la Sierra

Catamarca, Argentina

A remote village set amongst volcanic landscapes and salt flats, fostering a timeless atmosphere.

Gaiman
Gaiman

Chubut, Argentina

A small town offering a glimpse into Welsh-Argentine history, famous for its traditional tea houses.

Ruinas de Quilmes
Ruinas de Quilmes

Tucumán, Argentina

The remains of a pre-Columbian settlement that tells the tale of the indigenous Quilmes people's resilience.

Quebrada de las Conchas A canyon known for its striking rock formations and colorful sedimentary layers.

Quebrada de las Conchas
Quebrada de las Conchas A canyon known for its striking rock formations and colorful sedimentary layers.
Esteros del Iberá One of the world's largest freshwater wetlands, home to a myriad of wildlife.

Esteros del Iberá
Esteros del Iberá One of the world's largest freshwater wetlands, home to a myriad of wildlife.
Cueva de las Manos An archaeological site featuring ancient hand paintings dating back around 9,000 years.

Cueva de las Manos
Cueva de las Manos An archaeological site featuring ancient hand paintings dating back around 9,000 years.
La Cumbrecita A pedestrian-only Alpine-style village nestled in the Sierras of Cordoba.

La Cumbrecita
La Cumbrecita A pedestrian-only Alpine-style village nestled in the Sierras of Cordoba.
Bosques Petrificados de Jaramillo A petrified forest national park preserving fossils from the Jurassic period.

Bosques Petrificados de Jaramillo
Bosques Petrificados de Jaramillo A petrified forest national park preserving fossils from the Jurassic period.
Laguna Brava A high-altitude salt lake renowned for its unique fauna and stunning vistas.

Laguna Brava
Laguna Brava A high-altitude salt lake renowned for its unique fauna and stunning vistas.
Talampaya National Park Desert park featuring red sandstone cliffs and remnants of ancient civilizations.

Talampaya National Park
Talampaya National Park Desert park featuring red sandstone cliffs and remnants of ancient civilizations.
Purmamarca Home to the Hill of Seven Colors, this village offers picturesque adobe architecture.

Purmamarca
Purmamarca Home to the Hill of Seven Colors, this village offers picturesque adobe architecture.
Valle de la Luna Features lunar landscapes and geological formations within the Ischigualasto Provincial Park.

Valle de la Luna
Valle de la Luna Features lunar landscapes and geological formations within the Ischigualasto Provincial Park.
Los Alerces National Park A haven of ancient alerce trees, pristine lakes, and endemic flora and fauna.

Los Alerces National Park
Los Alerces National Park A haven of ancient alerce trees, pristine lakes, and endemic flora and fauna.
Uspallata Valley A scenic valley serving as a gateway to the Andes mountains and historic Inca trails.

Uspallata Valley
Uspallata Valley A scenic valley serving as a gateway to the Andes mountains and historic Inca trails.
Villa Traful A tranquil lakeside village surrounded by untouched Andean forests.

Villa Traful
Villa Traful A tranquil lakeside village surrounded by untouched Andean forests.
Nahuel Huapi National Park This stunning national park encompasses deep blue lakes and snow-capped peaks.

Nahuel Huapi National Park
Nahuel Huapi National Park This stunning national park encompasses deep blue lakes and snow-capped peaks.
Quebrada de Humahuaca A UNESCO World Heritage site with multicolored valleys that tell a story of human settlement over 10,000 years.

Quebrada de Humahuaca
Quebrada de Humahuaca A UNESCO World Heritage site with multicolored valleys that tell a story of human settlement over 10,000 years.
Monte Fitz Roy Also known as Cerro Fitz Roy, this is one of the most iconic mountains in Patagonia, attracting climbers worldwide.

Monte Fitz Roy
Monte Fitz Roy Also known as Cerro Fitz Roy, this is one of the most iconic mountains in Patagonia, attracting climbers worldwide.
Antofagasta de la Sierra A remote village set amongst volcanic landscapes and salt flats, fostering a timeless atmosphere.

Antofagasta de la Sierra
Antofagasta de la Sierra A remote village set amongst volcanic landscapes and salt flats, fostering a timeless atmosphere.
Gaiman A small town offering a glimpse into Welsh-Argentine history, famous for its traditional tea houses.

Gaiman
Gaiman A small town offering a glimpse into Welsh-Argentine history, famous for its traditional tea houses.
Ruinas de Quilmes The remains of a pre-Columbian settlement that tells the tale of the indigenous Quilmes people's resilience.

Ruinas de Quilmes
Ruinas de Quilmes The remains of a pre-Columbian settlement that tells the tale of the indigenous Quilmes people's resilience.