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Mar del Plata Vacations

Sometimes getting lost is an excellent way to discover a new place. That said, it's always good to acquaint yourself with some basic things about your destination before you head off. Read on for a few Mar del Plata tips and tricks.

From Mar del Plata, the national capital, Buenos Aires, is 240 miles (386 kilometers) to the north.

Visitors to this area of Buenos Aires share space with around 550,000 people.

Places to visit in Mar del Plata

So much to see and so little time. If you want to experience the best this city has to offer, add Bristol Beach and Colon Square to your travel schedule. If you have an extra day, try to get to Torreon del Monje and Torre Tanque as well.

It's difficult to conceive how people in the past coped at home without all the modernized appliances we have these days. Peer inside Villa Victoria and see how they did. Want some more ideas? Public squares have many secrets to tell. Wander time-worn walkways and search for clues to the area's history at San Martin Square. But that's not all. Find out about tours at Mar del Plata Cathedral. While you're here, take a minute to sit and indulge in some quiet meditation.

Where do you fly into for Mar del Plata?

Get ready for some one-of-a-kind experiences in Mar del Plata. Once you've headed out of Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ), the main streets will be just 6 miles (10 kilometers) to the south.