San Martin City and Park Tour from Mendoza

San Martin City and Park Tour from Mendoza

By Operadores Mendoza Viajes

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
5h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

This tour stands out for offering a complete and accessible look at Mendoza’s history, culture and nature in an ideal tour for those who want to know the city beyond wine. Start in the Founding Area, where you can discover the origins of Mendoza and the ruins of the Church of San Francisco, witnesses of its colonial past. Then you will tour the New Town, including Independence Square, the Civic Center and the Memorial of the Flag of the Army of the Andes, important historical landmarks.

The experience continues in San Martín General Park, one of the most iconic green spaces in the country, with its historic gates, the Fountain of the Continents, Lake Regatas and the iconic Marly Horses. You will finish at the imposing Cerro de la Gloria, home of the Monument to the Army of the Andes, from where you will enjoy unique panoramic views of the city and the precordillera. A cultural, natural and photographic tour essential.

Activity location

Museo Fundacional
- Videla Castillo & Beltran and Alberdi,
- Mendoza, Argentina

Meeting/Redemption Point

Sarmiento 129
- 129 Sarmiento
- M5500, Capital, Mendoza, Argentina

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Spanish

5h
Spanish

Cordinador Guide in Spanish

Travelers

Language options: Spanish

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

P 1,385.87 x 1 AdultP 1,385.87

Total

Until Mon, Mar 30

English

5h
English

Bilingual cordinator guide
Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

P 1,687.14 x 1 AdultP 1,687.14

Total

Until Mon, Mar 30

Portuguese

5h
Spanish

Bilingual Coordinating Guide

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:30

Price details

P 1,687.14 x 1 AdultP 1,687.14

Total

Until Mon, Mar 30

What's included, what's not

Pick-up and drop-off service at central Mendoza hotels and addresses.
Transportation throughout the tour in vehicles for small groups (2 to 24 passengers).
Professional guide in Spanish and bilingual
Meals
Tips
Tickets to museums or attractions that may require tickets

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Museo Fundacional

1h
Admission ticket included

At the Museo Fundacional, travelers can discover the historical origin of Mendoza in the same place where the first city was settled in the 16th century. Here, you will tour the archaeological ruins of the old Church of San Francisco, one of the few vestiges that survived the 1861 earthquake. The guide will explain what life was like in the colonial city, its original layout and the events that marked its reconstruction. This space offers a unique look at the Mendoza past, enriched with models, archaeological remains and interpretive panels that help to understand the historical evolution of the region. It is an essential stop for those who want to connect with the roots of the city before exploring its modern part.

Plaza Independencia

1h
Admission ticket included

In Independence Square, travelers will know the heart of Mendoza City. This spacious green space, surrounded by museums, walks and satellite squares, is the central point of local cultural life. The guide will explain its historical importance and urban design, as visitors walk along its paths, observe its central source and discover the urban art and craft stalls that are usually installed in the area. It is an ideal place to take pictures, enjoy the Mendoza atmosphere and appreciate how the city combines modernity with tradition.

Portones del Parque San Martin

1h
Admission ticket included

When arriving at the Gates of San Martin Park, travelers will be able to admire one of Mendoza’s most emblematic entrances. These imposing wrought iron gates, brought from Scotland at the beginning of the 20th century, mark the entrance to the city’s most important park. Here, the guide will explain the history and significance of this Mendoza symbol as visitors look at its ornamental details and European-style architecture. It is a perfect spot to take pictures and start to appreciate the magnitude and beauty of the park before continuing the tour.

The Hill of Glory (Cerro de la Gloria)

2h
Admission ticket included

At Cerro de la Gloria, travelers will enjoy one of Mendoza’s most breathtaking panoramic views and its precordillera. Here is the majestic Monument to the Army of the Andes, a monumental work that honors the liberating gesture of General San Martin. The guide will explain the symbolism of each of his sculptures and the historical importance of this place for the Mendoza identity. Visitors will be able to walk along the trails of the hill, take pictures of the landscape and appreciate the magnitude of the monument, considered one of the most emblematic in the region. It is an essential stop to connect history, nature and unforgettable views.

Location

Activity location

Museo Fundacional
- Videla Castillo & Beltran and Alberdi,
- Mendoza, Argentina

Meeting/Redemption Point

Sarmiento 129
- 129 Sarmiento
- M5500, Capital, Mendoza, Argentina

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