Holiday in Mendoza
City in Argentina — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇦🇷
Country
Argentina
Type
City
Best time to travel
March to May (harvest time/autumn) for wine festivals and pleasant temperatures. September to November (spring) is also ideal. Summer is hot.
Budget/day
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Buenos Aires (13-14h), then domestic flight to Mendoza (2h). Alternatively, legendary bus ride (14h).
Deals for Mendoza:
What makes Mendoza special as a destination?
Mendoza is Argentina's wine capital and the birthplace of Malbec — the grape variety that has put Argentine wine on the world map. The city, at the foot of the Andes, with the highest mountain in the Western Hemisphere (Aconcagua, 6,961 m) as a backdrop, combines wine enjoyment with outdoor adventures and a lifestyle that brings together the best of both worlds. The wine regions around Mendoza — Maipú, Luján de Cuyo, and the Uco Valley — are home to over 1,200 wineries, ranging from historic family-run businesses to ultra-modern architectural temples. The Malbec, originally from France, has found its perfect expression in Mendoza's high altitude (800-1,500 m), intense sun, and dry air — deep dark, velvety, and with a fruit intensity that is unmatched. The Uco Valley, an hour south of the city, is the emerging wine area and one of the most exciting wine regions in the world. Wineries like Zuccardi Valle de Uco (multiple times voted the best winery in the world), Salentein, and The Vines of Mendoza offer tastings against the stunning backdrop of snow-capped Andean peaks. The adventure begins where the vineyards end. The Aconcagua Provincial Park offers trekking to the base camp of the highest mountain in the Americas, Ruta 7 (Pan-American Highway) winds over the Paso de los Libertadores to Chile, and in winter, the ski resorts Las Leñas and Los Penitentes transform into South America's best ski areas. Rafting on the Río Mendoza, horseback riding in the foothills of the Andes, and mountain biking through vineyards complement the outdoor program. Mendoza is a place where you can hike on a glacier in the morning and enjoy the sunset over the vineyards with a Malbec and a perfect asado in the evening. The city itself is characterized by wide, plane tree-shaded avenues, lively plazas, and a restaurant scene that combines Argentina's love for steak with global wine culture. The parrilla (grill restaurant) Francis Mallmann and the winery restaurants offer world-class culinary experiences.
What are the top highlights in Mendoza?
The top highlights in Mendoza include Malbec Wine Tasting, Uco Valley, Aconcagua, Asado & Wine, Andean Adventure.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Malbec Wine Tasting
Over 1,200 wineries with Argentina's most famous grape variety — from family wineries to architectural temples
Uco Valley
Emerging wine region with world-class wineries against the backdrop of snow-capped Andean peaks
Aconcagua
Highest mountain in the Americas (6,961 m) as a backdrop — trekking to the base camp is an unforgettable experience
Asado & Wine
Perfect steak from the charcoal grill with a glass of Malbec — Argentine enjoyment at its finest
Andean Adventure
Rafting, horseback riding, skiing, mountain biking — the Andes as a playground right at your doorstep
Hotels in Mendoza
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When is the best time to visit Mendoza?
The best time to visit Mendoza is March to May (harvest time/autumn) for wine festivals and pleasant temperatures. September to November (spring) is also ideal. Summer is hot.. 28-35°C, dry and sunny In winter: 5-15°C, clear and cool
Recommended travel time
March to May (harvest time/autumn) for wine festivals and pleasant temperatures. September to November (spring) is also ideal. Summer is hot.
Summer
28-35°C, dry and sunny
Winter
5-15°C, clear and cool
How much does a holiday in Mendoza cost?
Budget travellers: 25-45 €/day, mid-range: /day, luxury: 130-300 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
25-45 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
130-300 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Mendoza?
Flight to Buenos Aires (13-14h), then domestic flight to Mendoza (2h). Alternatively, legendary bus ride (14h).
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Bodega tour by bike: In Maipú, you can rent bikes and independently cycle from winery to winery — the most relaxed tasting tour
Watch the exchange rate: In Argentina, there is often a significant difference between the official and parallel rates — check in advance
Book Uco Valley in advance: The top wineries in the Uco Valley (Zuccardi, Salentein) are popular — reserve at least a week in advance
Try asado: An 'Asado de Tira' (short ribs) with chimichurri and Malbec is the ultimate Mendoza experience — best at the wineries
What should you eat in Mendoza?
Typical specialities in Mendoza: Asado — Argentine BBQ over charcoal — beef, chorizo, and provoleta cheese, grilled for hours, Empanadas Mendocinas — Mendoza's famous empanadas — beef, onion, olive, and egg in a crispy dough, Malbec — Argentina's national grape variety — dark, velvety, fruity, and nowhere better than in Mendoza, Provoleta — Grilled provolone cheese with oregano and chili — the perfect appetizer for asado, Dulce de Leche — Caramel cream as dessert, spread, and way of life — Argentina's sweetest obsession.
These specialties you must try!
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