Mar del Plata

Attractions

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Photo Sea lion reserve

The sea lion reserve in the Argentine resort town of Mar del Plata is a rookery of sea lions on a small beach south of the port. …

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Photo Tierra del Fuego National Park

Tierra del Fuego National Park is located in Argentina, 12 kilometers from the city of Ushuaia. The park is located on the border …

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Photo Grotto Lourdes

Grouta de Lourdes in the Argentine resort town of Mar Del Plata is an exact imitation of a grotto in the ancient French city of Lo …

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Photo San Martin Square

The main square of the city of Mar Del Plata in Argentina is the landscaped and beautifully landscaped Piazza San Martin. The squa …

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Photo Square and Avenue Colon

Colon Square is located in the center of Mar Del Plata, Argentina. Next to it is Colon Avenue. On the square you can see sculpture …

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Photo Guemez street

Shopping street Guemez is located in the Argentine city of Mar Del Plata. It is a picturesque street with many shops, restaurants, …

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Photo A fountain of dancing water

The fountain of dancing water is located on Millennium Square, opposite the Central Casino, in the Argentine city of Mar Del Plata …

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Photo Water Tower

At the top of Stella Maris Hill, in Mar Del Plata, stands the Tank Water Tower, designed by architect Cornelius Lange and opened i …

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Photo Milenium Square

The Millennium Square is located in Mar Del Plata in Argentina. The square is located on the site of the former quarter 115, which …

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Photo Water area

The water square is located next to the streets of Guemez and Roca, in the Argentine city of Mar Del Plata. On the territory of a …

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Photo Port Bankina de Pescadores

On the Bankina de Pescadores in Mar Del Plata is a fishing shipyard. Here you can look at the work of fishermen and port handlers, …

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Popular Questions and Answers

Answer: Start with the symbol of the city - the sculpture "Los Lobos" in Piazza San Martin, created in the 1940s by Jose Fioravanti. Then visit the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Cecilia in neo-Gothic style, founded in 1893. Complete the route at the famous Playa Grande beach with its characteristic multi-colored 'baleneras' cabins, recognized as a cultural heritage.

What to see in Mar del Plata

Mar del Plata is a famous Argentine resort town with a rich resort history and a characteristic atmosphere of a coastal city. It combines promenades, busy shopping streets and concert life, as well as traces of European architecture and port dynamics, making the city attractive for different types of travelers.

Manufactures and facilities

Among the man-made attractions, central squares and avenues stand out: Colon Square and the adjacent avenue create the city center, and the landscaped San Martin Square invites you to leisurely walks. Guemez Street is known as a trading artery with cafes and shops, nearby are the Water Square and the Milenium Square with modern ensembles. Among the architectural highlights are the Water Tower on Stella Maris Hill and the fountain of dancing water on Millennium Square, while the port promenades and Bankina de Pescadores showcase marine life and fishing traditions.

Natural attractions and places

The natural attractions of the city and the surrounding area create a special charm: the rookery of sea lions on a small beach is a living natural scene, and the wide beaches and open ocean views invite walks and relaxation. The coast with its promenades, moorings and coastal landscapes forms a contrast between urban monuments and the sea element, which makes Mar del Plata an attractive place for both nature lovers and those looking for marine species.

Build routes and visit interesting places

On our website, all these attractions can be viewed on an interactive map: each point is marked, briefly described and supplemented with practical information. You will easily read important facts and reviews, filter out places of interest and build a convenient itinerary for a day walk or a long city tour.

You can explore the city on your own, following the laid routes and enjoying the freedom of choice, or book excursions from local guides - they will tell stories, discover little-known places and make the walk rich and informative. Guides will help to combine man-made and natural objects, offer optimal routes and share useful tips for a comfortable acquaintance with the city.

Come to Mar del Plata to see with your own eyes the variety of attractions, feel the coastal atmosphere and discover new corners. Plan your trip, choose routes and go to meet the impressions – each visit here can be the beginning of a great discovery.

 

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