Argentina
South America · Americas
- Capital
- Buenos Aires
- Currency
- Argentine Peso (ARS)
- Language
- Spanish
- Timezone
- UTC-3
- Safety rating
- 6.8/10
- Best time to visit
- October to April for Buenos Aires and Mendoza (spring/summer). November to March for Patagonia hiking. July to September for Andean ski resorts.
Overview
Argentina is the land of tango, Malbec, and Patagonia's jaw-dropping wilderness. From the cosmopolitan streets of Buenos Aires to the thundering Iguazú Falls, from the vineyard-striped foothills of Mendoza to the end-of-the-world grandeur of Ushuaia, Argentina is South America's most diverse and stylish destination.
Visa requirements
Citizens of the USA, EU, UK, Australia, Canada, and most Western nations can enter visa-free for up to 90 days with a passport valid for 6 months.
Safety information
Exercise normal caution. Petty theft in crowded tourist areas of Buenos Aires. Avoid displaying expensive items. Use official taxis or ride-hailing apps rather than flagging cabs. Generally safer in tourist regions like Patagonia and wine country.
Travel tips
Learn basic Spanish — English is limited outside Buenos Aires. Use the 'blue dollar' exchange (legal via certain apps) for much better exchange rates. Dinner is served late — restaurants don't fill up until 9–10pm. Book Patagonia trekking permits months ahead.