Visitors who want to experience gaucho culture and the Pampas that Argentina is famous for can visit the historic 1730 town of San Antonio de Areco, just over an hour from Buenos Aires. Many resorts surround San Antonio de Areco, and most visitors are people who drive or bus in from the resorts and Buenos Aires to see the old colonial church that the town was built around. San Antonio de Areco is full of cobblestone streets and 19th-century buildings. A fascinating place to visit is the Plaza Ruiz de Arellano. This central square of the town many of the historic buildings and shops are located. The Rio Areco cuts San Antonio in two and creates a section along the river that has green space, monuments, and museums.
Get Ready to Go!
- 1. Plan & Book:
- Visit the website and book directly, or call ahead to confirm hours.
- Find your stay: If needed, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Read reviews and book directly with the hotel, requesting any special amenities (romantic, kid-friendly, pet-friendly).
- Book your flight: If flying, compare flights and book directly with the airline. Add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
- Plan your trip:
- Estimate your driving time: Use Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
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