Mendoza Sights

  1. Parque General San Martín

    Walking along the lakeshore and snoozing in the shade of the rose garden in this beautiful 420-hectare park is a great way to enjoy one of the city's highlights. Walk along Mitre/Civit out to the park and admire some of Mendoza's finest houses on the way. Pick up a park map at the Centro de Información, just inside the impressive entry gates, shipped over from England and originally forged for the Turkish Sultan Hamid II.

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  2. Parque Provincial Aconcagua

    The region's most famous park is Parque Provincial Aconcagua, home of 6962m (22841ft) Cerro Aconcagua, the highest peak outside the Himalayas and a favorite climbing destination. Reaching the summit requires a commitment of at least 13 to 15 days, including acclimatization time. Potential climbers may like to acquire RJ Secor's climbing guide Aconcagua (Seattle, The Mountaineers, 1999).

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  3. Parque Provincial Volcán Tupungato

    Tupungato (6650m/21818ft) is an impressive volcano, partly covered by snowfields and glaciers. Serious climbers consider the mountain a far more challenging, interesting and technical climb than Aconcagua. The main approach is from the town of Tunuyán, where the tourist office can provide info. Many of the outfitters who arrange Aconcagua treks can also deal with Tupungato.

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  4. Pismanta

    Part of the Hotel Termas de Pismanta, these 42°C (108°F) thermal baths, set in a totally desolate landscape, are a good place to cleanse the well-traveled body.

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