Salta City Sightseeing Tour

The journey, in full

The tour begins with pick-up from your hotel. Professional guides will escort you on board an air-conditioned bus to visit the most important places in the city. First, we head towards the Cathedral (1855) where we find the remains of the national hero: General Guemes; we also visit the America Cultural Center, Historical Museum of the North (Town Council) with exhibitions of sacred art and rooms dedicated to ancient traditional families of Salta, “San Francisco” Church, “San Bernardo” Convent and the monument to General Güemes. Along the way, our guides will explain everything about the places we visit and it's importance in the city's history and culture. Continuing with our tour, we ascend to “San Bernardo” hill to enjoy the panoramic view of the city. After that, go for a visit to “Batalla de Salta” Monument (Battle of Salta) - and “20 de Febrero” Park (February 20th Park). We will go towards the outskirts and visit a summer village called “San Lorenzo,” which is characterized by the subtropical microclimate. At last, visit the Artisan Market where craftsmen of the entire province expose their original crafts. 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. 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. Admire the 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. Pass by the 16th-century San Bernardo Convent, one of the oldest buildings in the city, and the monument to General Güemes. 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. See the Battle of Salta monument and the 20 de Febrero Park, built in commemoration of the battle fought and won here during the war for independence. Visit the nearby village of San Lorenzo, frequented by families from Salta during the summer because of its unusual subtropical microclimate. 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). With your souvenir shopping done, you’ll be taken back to your hotel.