Aconcagua
Aconcagua is a mountain in the Principal Cordillera of the Andes range, located in Mendoza Province, Argentina. With a summit elevation of 6,967.15 metres, it is the highest mountain outside Asia.
Wikipedia ↗🇦🇷 Argentina · South America
Travel to Mendoza
Aconcagua, General San Martín Park, Puente del Inca. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.
€83per day · budget€136per day · standard3 daysrecommendedMar · Apr · Sepbest months
Things to do in Mendoza
- Aconcagua
- General San Martín Park
- Puente del Inca
- Uco Valley
- Potrerillos Dam
General San Martín Park
The Parque General San Martín is a park located in the city of Mendoza, Argentina.
Wikipedia ↗
Puente del Inca
Puente del Inca is a natural arch that forms a bridge over the Las Cuevas River, a tributary of the Mendoza River. It is located near the small village of Puente del Inca, in Las Heras Department, Mendoza Province, Argentina.
Wikipedia ↗
Uco Valley
Valle de Uco is a viticultural region southwest of Mendoza, in Argentina. Situated along the Tunuyán River, the Uco Valley is widely considered one of the top wine regions in Mendoza, and all of Argentina.
Wikipedia ↗
Potrerillos Dam
Potrerillos Dam is located on the Mendoza River, in Argentina's Potrerillos Valley. The dam was built between 1999 and 2003 by a consortium consisting of Industrias Metalúrgicas Pescarmona and Cartellone to provide flood control, hydroelectricity and irrigation water.
Wikipedia ↗How much does a trip to Mendoza cost?
Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.
| Hostel bed | €27 |
|---|---|
| Private room, shared bathroom | €43 |
| Private room with bathroom | €57 |
| Standard hotel | €89 |
| Budget | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Food | €22 | €40 |
| Local transport | €4 | €7 |
| If you cook yourself | €12 | |
| Total per day | €83 | €136 |
| Main sights (estimate) | €17 |
|---|---|
| Optional tours and excursions (estimate) | €32 |
💶 3 days in Mendoza: ≈ €298 on a budget or ≈ €457 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →
🚇 Public transport and walking. Estimate based on the country's price level (World Bank).
Best time to visit Mendoza
The most pleasant months are March, April, September, October, November. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Jan31°20°💧7
Feb29°19°💧5
Mar26°16°💧6
Apr21°12°💧5
May16°8°💧5
Jun13°4°💧4
Jul12°4°💧3
Aug16°6°💧3
Sep20°9°💧3
Oct24°12°💧5
Nov28°16°💧4
Dec30°19°💧4
Frequently asked questions
How much does a trip to Mendoza cost?
On a budget, about €83 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €136. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €298 to €457, not counting flights.
When is the best time to visit Mendoza?
Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are March, April, September, October, November.
How many days do you need in Mendoza?
We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing.
What are the best things to do in Mendoza?
The must-sees: Aconcagua; General San Martín Park; Puente del Inca; Uco Valley; Potrerillos Dam.
Where to stay in Mendoza?
Compare on Booking, Hostelworld or Airbnb: look for well-connected neighbourhoods outside the centre. A private room with bathroom costs around €57 per night and a hostel bed €27.
Combine Mendoza with
Picture yourself in Mendoza?
Tell us how you like to travel and MiTour builds the route, the budget and an animated map with Mendoza locked in as a must-visit stop.
🚀 Plan my tourPhotos: Wikimedia Commons (each photo with its licence and author on Commons). Place descriptions: Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA. Prices are approximate; we are not a travel agency.