Mendoza City Center
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Spain Square
Unwind in one of Mendoza’s most beautiful public squares, given to Argentina by the Spanish government.
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
From Mendoza: High Andes Aconcagua Mountain Tour
Mendoza: Horseback Riding in the Andes with Authentic BBQ
Mendoza: Full Day Wine Tour with 3 Course Lunch
Horseback riding and roast in the mountains of Mendoza
Food Safari: Meet the best Restaurants of Mendoza in one night
Top hotels in Mendoza City Center
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Reviewed on 28 May 2024
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Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
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Reviewed on 16 May 2024
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Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024
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Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024
![Hualta Hotel Mendoza, Curio Collection By Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97150000/97144900/97144885/ddc2b8bc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Mendoza City Center
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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 Pedro Molina Station to get around town.
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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.
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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.
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Gobernador Benegas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gobernador Benegas and surrounding area, you can visit Palmares Open Mall and Achaval Ferrer Florida de Tupungato Winery.
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Luzuriaga
When in Luzuriaga and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Navarro Correas Winery or Bodega Giol and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Luzuriaga Station or Piedra Buena Station.
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General Gutiérrez
While General Gutiérrez isn't home to many top sights, Arena Maipu and Navarro Correas Winery are some notable places to visit nearby.