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Centre Region: Map & Highlights. La Plata. Mar del Plata. Cordoba.
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LA PLATA
La Plata is located 60 km from Buenos Aires city, only an hour away by bus. It’s a university city with great architectural, sporting and cultural heritages, as well as excellent gastronomy, theatres and nightlife. :: Astronomic Observatory & Museum of Natural Science: It is considered one of the most important museums of the world because of the valuable pieces it conserves. :: The Cathedral: It is America’s tallest cathedral (112 m). In 1994 it was recognized as one of the ten most important cathedrals of the world, and its name was inscribed in Saint Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. :: Children’s Republic: A theme park of 53 hectares, where everything has been built to scale: castles, oriental palaces, public buildings, a chapel, a lake, a train and much more. :: Buildings with amazing architecture: The Teatro Argentino (with international shows), the Coliseo Podestá Theatre, Ciudad de La Plata Stadium (one of the most modern in South America), Pasaje Dardo Rocha, and Municipalidad (City Council), among others.:: Meridiano Vº: A traditional neighbourhood located in the south of the city, where the cobblestone streets, nostalgic bars and old lamp posts will take you to the past. Visit the old train station for its amazing cultural centre.
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FRANKVILLE HOSTEL & INTERCULTURAL CLUB
Calle 46 N°781 between 10 y 11 (0221) 4823100
[email protected] www.frankville.com.ar
Frankville was the first and is the coolest hostel in La Plata! This vibrant hostel has a great location: with bars and restaurants at your doorstep, and within walking distance
from most tourist spots. This totally renovated 1913 house offers dorms for 4 and 6
people, as well as private rooms (some of them ensuite), a fully equipped kitchen, spacious common areas with table tennis, board games,
movies, books, PlayStation, and a garden with grill. Cool English and Portuguese-speaking owners!
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HOME INTERCULTURAL LEARNINGIf learning Spanish is next on your “to do” list, check out Home Intercultural Learning in La Plata. The school uses some of the most innovative techniques in teaching Spanish; combining regular lessons, immersion outings and “blended learning” (a mix of face to face and online courses at all levels). With a team of experienced staff, they work in conjunction with other schools around the world to bring you the best and most up-to-date teaching strategies. There’s a range of packages you can choose
from, which include a mix of intensive or semi-intensive classes, group or individual lessons plus events and lodging at Frankville Hostel nearby. It’s a cozy learning environment with a great relaxed vibe. Pay them a visit!
Calle 37 Nº 1091, between 16 & 17(0221) 4833575
Mar del Plata is the popular beach resort town, just five hours south of Buenos Aires, which gets a huge population boost in the summer. You will have to wade through a sea of Argentineans before reaching the sea at the popular downtown beaches Bristol, Playa Chica and Playa Grande. For a more tranquil experience, head to one of the southern beaches like Punta Magotes. You can’t miss the Havana building, with their trademark “alfajores” or the landmark restaurant Manolo for their “chocolate con churros”.If you’re not the beach-lounging type, Mar del Plata also offers many adventure options. Try your skills and nerve surfing, long boarding, wake boarding, wind surfing, scuba diving, paragliding and skydiving.Outside of town you can trek, rock climb, rappel, kayak and horseback ride at the Sierra y Lago de Los Padres. Get to know the local maritime culture by boating around the bay, visiting the Museo del Mar or strolling around the port to see the day’s catch come in and the resident sea lions playing in the water.After midnight, head to Mar del Plata’s booming nightlife along Constitución street.
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HOSTEL CASAGRANDE Jujuy 947 (0223) 4760805 / 4757015
[email protected] www.mardelplatahostel.com
In the quiet neighborhood of “La Perla”, just 4 blocks away from the beach and 12 from downtown is Casagrande. This big hostel contains 18 rooms with double, triple and quadruple beds, with shared and private bathrooms, and 2
dorms, one with a 6 bed capacity and shared bath and another with 10 beds and private bath. You will also enjoy the lovely rooftop patio, parrilla*, stocked kitchen, TV and DVD player and the comfy central areas with fireplaces.
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HOSTEL LA PERGOLA Hipólito Yrigoyen 1093 (corner Balcarce)(0223) 4933695
The house of La Pérgola is historically protected by the city because of its exquisite design. They have a terrace with grill looking onto sea views, a stocked kitchen and a plush DVD room with more than 200 films. It is located only 1 block from the sea and close to all
the necessities of the city. Take your pick from their rooms for 2, 4, 6 or 8 people, most with shared bath. The well travelled owners make special efforts to maintain a positive energy environment.
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HOSTEL YANQUETRUZHostel Yanquetruz is famous for its welcoming hospitality and tight knit community. The 10 rooms with twin, quadruple and sextuplet beds will not just be faceless neighboring quarters, they’ll be the rooms of your friends. The hostel’s bilingual hosts arrange group meals everyday in the communal kitchen and frequently organize outings to the nearby beaches, shops, restaurants and bars.
Nights sipping cocktails atop their rooftop patio bar are surely something to remember!
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9 de Julio 3634(0223) 4738098
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ACCION DIRECTA Av. Libertad 3908(0223) 4744520 / 155436888
[email protected] www.acciondirecta.com.ar
So you’ve made it to Mar del Plata and now you’re itching for some adventure. Acción Directa has you covered, and just as the name suggests is your outlet for “direct action”.
Their local guides lead rock climbing, trekking, rappelling, canopy, kayaking, mountain biking and sand boarding tours,
as well as expeditions to the mountain range, Aconcagua, Lanín, Tronador, Domuyo and Hielo Continentales. Whatever you pick you’re in good hands, the company boasts over 15 years of mountainand outdoor experience!
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Córdoba is Argentina’s second largest city. Downtown you can find the Manzana Jesuítica (Jesuit quarters), declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. While you are there, visit the cathedral, the University of Córdoba (the oldest university in Argentina), the cabildo (town hall), Montserrat College, and the churches of the Compañía de Jesús, San Francisco and San Roque. Hopping nightlife is in the youthful Nueva Córdoba neighborhood. Close by is Sarmiento Park, the largest park in town, home to the zoo and the fine art museum.:: Alta Gracia: 35 km from Córdoba city you can find the Jesuit Estancia (World Heritage Site by UNESCO) and the “Che” Guevara House and Museum.:: Quebrada del Condorito National Park: this v-shaped deep canyon is a protected wildlife area and is great for hiking or condor watching.:: Los Gigantes: located 90 km from Cordoba city in the Sierras de Córdoba, these pure granite formations have steep rock walls and are very popular amongst climbers and rappelers. :: Villa General Belgrano: this picturesque German-influenced town, 90 km from Córdoba city, has a quaint downtown and an October beer festival.:: La Cumbre: located 98 km from Cordoba city, it’s a beautiful town due to the rugged mountain landscape, filled with winding roads and big stony English houses. West of La Cumbre is Cuchi Corral, a hill with a vast natural balcony with views over the Río Pinto valley. One of Argentina’s top spots for paragliding!
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CONDOR Viajes y Expediciones CORDOBA(0351) 155737033
Looking for Adventure in Córdoba? Cóndor Viajes y Expediciones has all the outdoor activities you are looking for. Excursions: horseback riding in the Sierras Chicas, trekking in Quebrada del Condorito National Park (a unique place for Condor watching), trekking in Los Gigantes (one of the best destinations to practice hiking and enjoy the breathtaking scenery from high above), climbing on routes specially chosen by climbers for the quality of its rock (with cracks in strong granite), paragliding, skydiving and much more! Excursions run year-round by bilingual guides who take safety and responsibility seriously. Just give them a call and they’ll come pick you up!
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CUCHI CORRAL PARAGLIDING LA CUMBRE - CORDOBA [email protected]
(03548) 15570951 / 15571009There is nothing as freeing as sailing through the air, high above a beautiful valley. Paragliding is at its best here in Cuchi Corral, eight kilometers west of La Cumbre and 106 km from Córdoba city. Cuchi Corral hill drops off 400 meters above the gorgeous Pintos River, making it the perfect place to paraglide. Take the jump in tandem with one of the professional instructors and just enjoy the ride! You can count on their new gear and 15 years of experience. Upon landing, you’ll find yourself at the beautiful Pintos River,
where you can swim or eat a delicious homemade meal (if you order ahead). Staff Cuchi Corral jumps year-round, has a bilingual staff, and offers to pick you up (and drop you off ) in La Cumbre. Don’t forget a windbreaker, long pants, hiking boots, a swimming suit and sunscreen!
Cash payments onlyTo get to La Cumbre from Córdoba city, take a
TranSierras minibus from the bus station.
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Only hostel in Córdoba with a swimming pool!
CORDOBA HOSTEL
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Ituzaingó 1070 (0351) 4687359 / 153593971
[email protected] www. cordobahostel.com.ar
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Córdoba Hostel is much more than just a place to sleep...This hostel is located in Nueva Córdoba,a safe area with an active nightlife near loads of student bars, just 600 m from the bus station and 200 m from the main park. Set in a comfortable 4 storey house, it has a broad range of accommodation to suit every need, ranging from single, twin or double, triple, quadruple and dorms, most of
them ensuite. There's something for everyone! Feeling chill? Then laze around their swimming pool, have a drink with
friends at the bar, or relax on the rooftop terrace with BBQ area and stunning views. They grill every Friday!
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ALDEA HOSTEL Santa Rosa 447 (0351) 4261312
[email protected] www.aldeahostel.com
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A cool, let your hair down environment welcomes you at Aldea Hostel. This spacious house offers a variety of private rooms and dorms in the best location; pretty close to excellent bars, pubs, discos and typical restaurants in Córdoba.
The hostel has a lovely patio where you can sit in the shadow of a gigantic tree, a terrace with a deck and grill, and plenty of fun spaces to meet people such as a TV room, bar, as well as pool and foosball tables.
The place is spotless thanks to the effort and dedication of the cleaning team. Their young and friendly staff is available 24/7 and take your well being and security very seriously. Don’t miss their permanent street art display!
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LE GRAND HOSTEL Buenos Aires 547(0351) 4227115
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Try a new hostel experience at Le Gran Hostel! Located in the trendy Nueva Córdoba district, just five blocks from the bus station and close to most important city attractions, you will see a new perspective of the hostelling world. Built in a completely remodeled house, with stunning architecture and a modern feel, this place seeks to provide you with a relaxing, yet social atmosphere.
Travelling in a group? Not to worry! There are 32 rooms and 108 beds including both private and shared rooms (dorms, twin, triple, quadruple and quintuple) with most suites having their own bathing facilities.
You can make use of the onsite telephone booths, plasma TV with a
wide film collection at their chill out area, national and international library, as well as
their free 24 hr Internet room. Moreover, in addition to personal lockers, this hostel sports a state of the art security camera system and medical insurance! Worried about food? Don’t be! The hostel itself has a brand new trendy bar. Otherwise you can make use of their a highly equipped kitchen and BBQ grill for the do-it-your-selfer. There are also plenty of bars and restaurants nearby.
The bilingual staff will be delighted to share local activity suggestions and provides a friendly
environment organizing mixers for your enjoyment, such as asados*, tango classes, and even yoga.
So, come make your trip a blast at Le Gran Hostel.
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LE GRAND HOSTEL Buenos Aires 547(0351) 4227115
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Try a new hostel experience at Le Gran Hostel! Located in the trendy Nueva Córdoba district, just five blocks from the bus station and close to most important city attractions, you will see a new perspective of the hostelling world. Built in a completely remodeled house, with stunning architecture and a modern feel, this place seeks to provide you with a relaxing, yet social atmosphere.
Travelling in a group? Not to worry! There are 32 rooms and 108 beds including both private and shared rooms (dorms, twin, triple, quadruple and quintuple) with most suites having their own bathing facilities.
You can make use of the onsite telephone booths, plasma TV with a
wide film collection at their chill out area, national and international library, as well as
their free 24 hr Internet room. Moreover, in addition to personal lockers, this hostel sports a state of the art security camera system and medical insurance! Worried about food? Don’t be! The hostel itself has a brand new trendy bar. Otherwise you can make use of their a highly equipped kitchen and BBQ grill for the do-it-your-selfer. There are also plenty of bars and restaurants nearby.
The bilingual staff will be delighted to share local activity suggestions and provides a friendly
environment organizing mixers for your enjoyment, such as asados*, tango classes, and even yoga.
So, come make your trip a blast at Le Gran Hostel.
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MORADA HOSTEL Humberto Primo 532 (0351) 4262238
If you want a truly genuine Argentinean experience you should go to the Morada Hostel. Travel is about experiencing new places and meeting new people. If you feel the same way they want to meet you!They offer breezy double rooms and dorms.
They also have their own resto-bar and self-catering kitchen. Everything you’d expect to make you feel at home is there, including helpful and friendly staff.They are located downtown by the Cañada which is lined with bars, pubs and restaurants. Have a look at their rooftop deck with couches, music and a grill.
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PALENQUE HOSTEL General Paz 371 (0351) 4237588
[email protected] www.palenquehostel.com.ar
Smack in the centre of town, Palenque Hostel makes a great springboard from which to discover the pleasures of Córdoba. Located in one of the city’s main avenues and within walking
distance to bars, pubs, clubs and museums, this renovated 100 year-old house has breezy double rooms and dorms, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. If you feel like chilling there is plenty to pass the
time away: a ping pong & foosball table, board games, Play Station 2, a large flat screen TV, a bunch of movies, and a cool patio with an outdoor bar.
Otherwise, a big night out in town is waiting for you!
Don’t miss the asado*, traditional food and free empanada* nights to make sure you have a belly full of Córdoba at the end of the day.
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