Mendoza City Center Travel Guide
Mendoza
Visit Mendoza City Center
Popular places to visit
Independence Square
Visit Mendoza’s cultural heart to see museums and basilicas or simply sit in the shade with an ice cream and watch the entertainment in the plaza.
General San Martin Park
Walk or cycle around this expansive park to see the glistening lake, pay your respects at the war memorials and enjoy a great view of the city.
Plaza Italia
Find a quiet place to enjoy a siesta in this peaceful park, complete with a playground and a monument to the city’s Italian heritage.
Spain Square
Unwind in one of Mendoza’s most beautiful public squares, given to Argentina by the Spanish government.
San Martin Square
Just a short walk from Mendoza’s downtown, this square is home to a monument that pays tribute to Argentina’s most beloved general.
Central Market
Shop for groceries and browse a selection of foods, spices and artisanal goods at this bustling market in the heart of Mendoza.
Things to do
Andes High Mountain full day Tour
Andes Day Trip from Mendoza Including Aconcagua, Uspallata and Puente del Inca
Mendoza: Sunset Horse Back Riding in the Mountains and BBQ
Tour autoguiado en bicicleta por Luján de Cuyo (Mendoza)
Top hotels in Mendoza City Center
Park Hyatt Mendoza
Good breakfast spread. Friendly helpful staff.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Sheraton Mendoza Hotel
Roome was clean and staff were great. Rooms were a bit tired and lacked amenities such as kettles , coffee , tea , water.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Huentala Hotel
All good.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Diplomatic Hotel
An excellent five star hotel
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Fuente Mayor Hotel Ciudad de Mendoza
I like this place, highly recommended
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Villaggio Hotel
Excellent service. I arrived late at night and they were very helpful and helped me with my check out time. Breakfast was very good! AC was a little noisy at times, but over all very good experience.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Mendoza City Center
La Quinta
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Quinta and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Italia and Chile Square.
Historic Center
Wineries, mountain views and casinos highlight some notable features of Historic Center. Make a stop by Independence Square or Plaza Italia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Belgrano Station or Mendoza Station to get around town.
Barraquero
While there might not be top attractions in Barraquero, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avenida San Martin and Spain Square.
Godoy Cruz
Godoy Cruz is well liked for its restaurants and wineries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Avenida San Martin and General San Martin Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at San Martin Station or Pellegrini Station to get around.
Dorrego
You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in Dorrego. You might want to make time for a stop at Achaval Ferrer Florida de Tupungato Winery or Amado Zogbi Winery.
Villa Hipódromo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villa Hipódromo and surrounding area, you can visit General San Martin Park and Malvinas Argentinas Stadium.
