Mar del Plata
Fall in love with the charms of the most important beach city in Argentina.
Can you imagine why Mar del Plata is called "the Happy City"? Come and find out. Feel the joy of visiting this place that offers you a coastline over 47 kilometers long. Walk along its wide beaches. Roam around its quays and breakwaters, bringing you closer to the sea. Enjoy its beach resorts, waiting to offer you food services, recreation, and safety. Sunshine and shade. Adventure tourism and relax.
Do you prefer central beaches? Visit Bristol and Popular, Punta Iglesia and Las Toscas beaches. Do you like beaches with peaceful waters? Enjoy Varese and Cabo Corrientes. Looking for classical beaches? Don’t miss La Perla. Do you practice surfing? Choose Playa Grande and Punta Mogotes. Are you lured by beaches surrounded by pine forests? Discover the Alfar area. And south of Chapadmalal, the only naturist beach in Mar del Plata awaits you. Live it all in the province of Buenos Aires.
Geographic location: Atlantic Coast, province of Buenos Aires.
How to get there: By air, to Astor Piazzolla International Airport. By land, along Autovía 2 (400 km from the city of Buenos Aires). There are also many bus connections from all over the country.
Area: 79.48 sq km
Climate: Warm oceanic climate.
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 5 days.
Recommended clothing and gear: Swimsuit, sunscreen, proper sports gear.
Tips: At the private beach resorts south of the Punta Mogotes lighthouse, you can get right up to the sea in a 4 x 4 vehicle, and sail the waves on rubber boats, jet skis, or surfing and windsurfing boards. You can also enjoy excellent food and wonderful seaside views, dance until daybreak and attend music shows.