Best of Salta: Guided City Tour

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About this activity

Embark on a 3-Hour Adventure in Salta! Immerse yourself in this vibrant city with its Neoclassical wonders, such as the Cathedral of Salta and the San Francisco Church. Marvel at the views from atop San Bernardo Hill, relive Argentina's fight for freedom at historic landmarks, and indulge in a shopping spree at the bustling Artisan Market. Finish the escapade with a visit to San Lorenzo, a subtropical retreat for the wealthy. Your journey starts and ends with seamless transport from your Salta hotel.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Tangol

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–6 years) · Adults (7–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Tangol

Passing by

After hotel pickup, head by coach toward the city center, and listen to your expert guide share the history of Salta.

Founded in the 16th century by Spanish visionary Hernando de Lerma, Salta turned into a wildly successful trading center. See evidence of Salta’s heyday in the gold-plated cathedrals and mansions as your vehicle winds through the city, which went into decline after Argentina’s war for independence and the changing of trading routes on the Pacific coast. Today, Salta is known for its beautiful and well-preserved colonial architecture.
Cathedral Basilica Of Salta

20 min

Reaching the central plaza, behold the grand, twin-towered Cathedral of Salta, built in 1885, and learn about national hero General Güemes, whose remains rest in the cathedral; he fought against the Spanish during Argentina’s war for independence.
Centro Cultural America

5 min

Pass by the Cultural Center of the Americas, and note the Spanish viceroyalty colonial architecture of the Historical Museum of the North, housed in the old cabildo, or town hall.
Basilica y Convento de San Francisco

10 min

Admire postcard-perfect San Francisco Church, with towering white pillars supporting a crimson-colored façade. Its purple belfry stands 174 feet (53 meters) tall, and the bell it holds was constructed out of the cannons used during the Battle of Salta.
Convento San Bernardo

5 min

Pass by the 16th-century San Bernardo Convent, one of the oldest buildings in the city, and the monument to General Güemes.
Cerro San Bernardo

one hour

Leave the city center and head into the foothills skirting Salta. At the top of San Bernardo Hill, take in sweeping views of the city and Andean peaks.
Monumento 20 de Febrero

10 min

See the Battle of Salta monument and February 20th Park, built in commemoration of the battle fought and won here during the war for independence.
Quebrada de San Lorenzo

45 min

Visit the nearby village of San Lorenzo, frequented by wealthy families from Salta during the summer because of its unusual subtropical microclimate.
Mercado Artesanal Tradicional

30 min

Return to Salta and stop at the Artisan Market, located inside a traditional white colonial building, to peruse the offerings from craftsmen who travel from all over the province to sell their goods here. Snack on alfajores (cookies with caramel filling) and candied walnuts, or pick up one-of-a-kind purses, blankets and jewelry (snacks and shopping at your own expense).
Salta

10 min

With your souvenir shopping done, you’ll be taken back to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Salta Salta, Argentina See on map

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels.

End point

Salta Salta, Argentina See on map

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels.

Pickup points

Design Suites Salta
Ghala Hotel
Inter Apart Hotel
Balcon De La Plaza
Hotel Almeria
Nuevo Hotel Premier
Backpacker's City
Hostal del Huayra
Hotel Elena
Salta Buenos Aires Apart
Hotel Amerian Salta
Hotel Rutas

and 58 more pickup points

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

Using your ticket

We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sun from 9 to 18 Hs)

EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)