Córdoba is the second largest city in Argentina and home to more than one and a half million people. Surrounded by valleys and vegetation with a colonial architectural setting in the heart of the city, Córdoba is an important tourist destination for Latin Americans and globetrotters from all over the world.
The combination of iconic buildings with modern decoration and colonial architecture add a scenic beauty to the city of Córdoba. The city is the leasing center next to Buenos Aires for technology, electronics and software.
The year-round pleasant weather is amazing for shopping and sightseeing around the city. The city experiences sunny days in winter and cool nights during summer, adding a tropical bliss to Córdoba’s climate.
Yellow taxis and green carriages are a great way to get around Cordoba’s sights and panoramic views over green hills and valleys. The popular traffic jammed city allows you to rent bikes to get around easily and smoothly. Rent a bike and ride through the narrow alleys and streets of the city to admire the spectacular views of the city center.
Numerous colonial churches and cathedrals are found around the heart of the city. Other famous buildings on view are the Ferreyra Palace, the Municipal Palace, the Cabildo, the Palace of Justice, the Monument to Myriam Stefford, the Monument to Vélez Sarsfield and the Banco de la Provincia de Córdoba. Visit this incredible city to capture a view of colonial beauty. Enjoy visiting Argentina with us.
Museums are plentiful, but they are clustered throughout the city and house a variety of all kinds. Museu Iberoamericano de Artesanians exhibits folk art of indigenous Latin American pieces, while the Museu de Arte Religioso Juan de Tejeda is best for displaying religious art. Visit a castle-turned-museum showcasing century modern art at the Chateau Carreras Contemporary Art Center. Some of the best-known science museums in the city are the Anatomy Museum, the Natural Sciences Museum, the Zoology Museum, and the Anthropology Museum. The historical museums to learn about the mysteries and interesting stories are the Marqués de Sobremonte Historical Museum and the Banco de Provincia de Córdoba Museum.
The city of Córdoba manifests a rich culture with festivals and parades that attract hundreds of visitors during the summer. Don’t miss the famous theater festival that takes place once every two years: the Mercosur Theater Festival. Being the most famous theater festival in Argentina, it presents a series of colorful and captivating events where you can experience theatre, art exhibitions and musicals.
The city has a good taste in sports and is an amazing destination for adventure seekers. Soccer, basketball, mountain biking and hockey are the four most famous sports in the city with an invitation to try other adventures and exciting sports rides.
The city is the best for retail therapy with a selection of excellent shops and boutiques. Some of the most famous in the city are Patio Olmos and Garden Shopping, Dinosaurio Mall and Cordoba Shopping, and Nuevo Centro Shopping.
