Salta City Sightseeing Tour
Overview
Get your bearings on this 3-hour Salta city tour, perfect for first-time visitors. See top attractions in this thriving metropolis with cultural museums and jewel-like Neoclassical buildings such as the Cathedral of Salta and San Francisco Church. Ascend San Bernardo Hill for panoramic views, visit sights commemorating Argentina’s war for independence, shop at the Artisan Market and travel to the village of San Lorenzo, a subtropical retreat for the wealthy. Round-trip transport from most Salta hotels is included.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Tangol, Salta Argentina
After hotel pickup, head by coach toward the city center, and listen to your expert guide share the history of Salta.
Founded in the 16th century by Spanish visionary Hernando de Lerma, Salta turned into a wildly successful trading center. See evidence of Salta’s heyday in the gold-plated cathedrals and mansions as your vehicle winds through the city, which went into decline after Argentina’s war for independence and the changing of trading routes on the Pacific coast. Today, Salta is known for its beautiful and well-preserved colonial architecture.
Stop At: Cathedral of Salta, Salta Argentina
Reaching the central plaza, behold the grand, twin-towered Cathedral of Salta, built in 1885, and learn about national hero General Güemes, whose remains rest in the cathedral; he fought against the Spanish during Argentina’s war for independence.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Centro Cultural America, Calle Gral Mitre 423, Salta A4400EHI Argentina
Pass by the Cultural Center of the Americas, and note the Spanish viceroyalty colonial architecture of the Historical Museum of the North, housed in the old cabildo, or town hall.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Basilica Menor San Francisco, Cordoba corner with Caseros, Salta Argentina
Admire postcard-perfect San Francisco Church, with towering white pillars supporting a crimson-colored façade. Its purple belfry stands 174 feet (53 meters) tall, and the bell it holds was constructed out of the cannons used during the Battle of Salta.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Convento San Bernardo, Calle Caseros 83, Salta A4400DMA Argentina
Pass by the 16th-century San Bernardo Convent, one of the oldest buildings in the city, and the monument to General Güemes.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cerro San Bernardo, Salta Argentina
Leave the city center and head into the foothills skirting Salta. At the top of San Bernardo Hill, take in sweeping views of the city and Andean peaks.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Monumento 20 de Febrero, Av. Sarmiento, Salta Argentina
See the Battle of Salta monument and February 20th Park, built in commemoration of the battle fought and won here during the war for independence.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Quebrada de San Lorenzo, San Lorenzo 4400 Argentina
Visit the nearby village of San Lorenzo, frequented by wealthy families from Salta during the summer because of its unusual subtropical microclimate.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Mercado Artesanal Tradicional, Avenida Gral San Martin 2555, Salta A4404AJD Argentina
Return to Salta and stop at the Artisan Market, located inside a traditional white colonial building, to peruse the offerings from craftsmen who travel from all over the province to sell their goods here. Snack on alfajores (cookies with caramel filling) and candied walnuts, or pick up one-of-a-kind purses, blankets and jewelry (snacks and shopping at your own expense).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Salta, Salta, Province of Salta, Northern Argentina
With your souvenir shopping done, you’ll be taken back to your hotel.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Tangol, Salta Argentina
After hotel pickup, head by coach toward the city center, and listen to your expert guide share the history of Salta.
Founded in the 16th century by Spanish visionary Hernando de Lerma, Salta turned into a wildly successful trading center. See evidence of Salta’s heyday in the gold-plated cathedrals and mansions as your vehicle winds through the city, which went into decline after Argentina’s war for independence and the changing of trading routes on the Pacific coast. Today, Salta is known for its beautiful and well-preserved colonial architecture.
Stop At: Cathedral of Salta, Salta Argentina
Reaching the central plaza, behold the grand, twin-towered Cathedral of Salta, built in 1885, and learn about national hero General Güemes, whose remains rest in the cathedral; he fought against the Spanish during Argentina’s war for independence.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Centro Cultural America, Calle Gral Mitre 423, Salta A4400EHI Argentina
Pass by the Cultural Center of the Americas, and note the Spanish viceroyalty colonial architecture of the Historical Museum of the North, housed in the old cabildo, or town hall.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Basilica Menor San Francisco, Cordoba corner with Caseros, Salta Argentina
Admire postcard-perfect San Francisco Church, with towering white pillars supporting a crimson-colored façade. Its purple belfry stands 174 feet (53 meters) tall, and the bell it holds was constructed out of the cannons used during the Battle of Salta.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Convento San Bernardo, Calle Caseros 83, Salta A4400DMA Argentina
Pass by the 16th-century San Bernardo Convent, one of the oldest buildings in the city, and the monument to General Güemes.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Cerro San Bernardo, Salta Argentina
Leave the city center and head into the foothills skirting Salta. At the top of San Bernardo Hill, take in sweeping views of the city and Andean peaks.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Monumento 20 de Febrero, Av. Sarmiento, Salta Argentina
See the Battle of Salta monument and February 20th Park, built in commemoration of the battle fought and won here during the war for independence.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Quebrada de San Lorenzo, San Lorenzo 4400 Argentina
Visit the nearby village of San Lorenzo, frequented by wealthy families from Salta during the summer because of its unusual subtropical microclimate.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Mercado Artesanal Tradicional, Avenida Gral San Martin 2555, Salta A4404AJD Argentina
Return to Salta and stop at the Artisan Market, located inside a traditional white colonial building, to peruse the offerings from craftsmen who travel from all over the province to sell their goods here. Snack on alfajores (cookies with caramel filling) and candied walnuts, or pick up one-of-a-kind purses, blankets and jewelry (snacks and shopping at your own expense).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Salta, Salta, Province of Salta, Northern Argentina
With your souvenir shopping done, you’ll be taken back to your hotel.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- It is the passenger's responsibility to wear a protective mask and maintain distance. In case they don't respect the basic safety measures, they will be asked to leave the tour. The capacity of tour will be temporarily reduced to ensure social distancing.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Alejandro G
May 2023
El guía era un libro abierto. Se sabía todo de Salta. Le faltó mostrar un lugar por una manifestación. Pero el resto 10 puntos
El guía era un libro abierto. Se sabía todo de Salta. Le faltó mostrar un lugar por una manifestación. Pero el resto 10 puntospdzoth
January 2023
Una ciudad hermosa para recorrer caminando. Llena de bares y museos. La gente muy amable. Lo unico que me llama la atencion que los automovilistas nunca priorizan al peatón (al menos mucho menos que en otros lugares del pais)
Una ciudad hermosa para recorrer caminando. Llena de bares y museos. La gente muy amable. Lo unico que me llama la atencion que los automovilistas nunca priorizan al peatón (al menos mucho menos que en otros lugares del pais)Monica L
November 2021
Punmamarca , Virgen del cerro , peña CASA GRANDE , San Lorenzo y el precioso casco histórico , maravilloso tren de las nubes , la calidez de los sálteños, el hotel Brizo donde estuvimos, excelente en todos los sentidos
Punmamarca , Virgen del cerro , peña CASA GRANDE , San Lorenzo y el precioso casco histórico , maravilloso tren de las nubes , la calidez de los sálteños, el hotel Brizo donde estuvimos, excelente en todos los sentidosEster207
October 2019
Sencillamente un viaje hermoso, sus paisajes, su gente , todo. Y en precios muy accesible,vle la pena
Sencillamente un viaje hermoso, sus paisajes, su gente , todo. Y en precios muy accesible,vle la penaRichard_B
October 2023
Way too much time in the sightseeing van; would have enjoyed more of a walking tour. But then again, there really isn’t much to see in the city of Salta: it’s really more of the larger hub as a base to go see other smaller towns in the province.
Way too much time in the sightseeing van; would have enjoyed more of a walking tour. But then again, there really isn’t much to see in the city of Salta: it’s really more of the larger hub as a base to go see other smaller towns in the province.osdo
April 2023
Estuve muchas veces de visita en esta que era una hermosa ciudad. ¿Cuál es la razón para decir: "era"? Porque en esta oportunidad observé y padecí el estado lamentable de sus arterias. Muy deterioradas, con baches por todas partes, y eso que anduve solo por las calles del casco céntrico. Circula...
Estuve muchas veces de visita en esta que era una hermosa ciudad. ¿Cuál es la razón para decir: "era"? Porque en esta oportunidad observé y padecí el estado lamentable de sus arterias. Muy deterioradas, con baches por todas partes, y eso que anduve solo por las calles del casco céntrico. Circular en vehículo es una peripecia. Hay que estar esquivando baches para no destruir el tren de rodaje, con el peligro de sufrir o provocar un accidente que esto implica. Caminar por las veredas es otra odisea. Además de estar rotas y sin mantenimiento, hay que estar esquivando permanentemente los excrementos que dejan los canes. Sinceramente no puedo imaginar como podría transitar por esas veredas, alguien que deba hacerlo con ayuda de un bastón o en silla de ruedas. Es una tarea prácticamente imposible! Qué lejos quedó esta otrora bella ciudad, del slogan: "Salta: La Linda". Da pena ver tanta desidia desde las autoridades municipales hasta la de los propios vecinos, que no se preocupan en mantener la higiene, limpieza y buen estado de calles y veredas en una ciudad muy concurrida por el turismo. Cada 4 ó 5 años visito Salta, pero luego de esta experiencia ya no siento la misma motivación para regresar.