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Discover the Charms of Salta: A 4-Day Itinerary

Luana Dinardi

Luana Dinardi

19 Nov 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Salta, Argentina with this 4-day itinerary. Explore historic squares, fascinating museums, and iconic landmarks that showcase the rich cultural heritage of the region.

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Day 1
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$8

July 9th Square
This 16th-century plaza is named after Argentina's independence day & features many trees & flowers.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Museo Casa Arias Rengel
Intimate cultural museum in a mid-1800s house, featuring paintings, sculptures & African masks.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$4
3 - 4 min

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Guemes Museum
Multimedia displays, interactive exhibits & artifacts from Güemes' life & the War of Independence.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$4
Day 2
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$13

History Museum of the North
Restored 1700s government building with exhibits about Argentina's colonial & revolutionary history.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
8 - 12 min

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Museum of Fine Arts in Salta, Argentina
Museum in a restored mansion featuring South American art from the 1700s to the contemporary era.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
Day 3
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$7

National University of Salta Museum of Natural Sciences
Natural history museum since 1950 with an herbarium of dried plant specimens & other exhibits.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$3
11 - 16 min

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IGLESIA Y MUSEO SAN FRANCISCO
Refined Spanish colonial-style Franciscan basilica, convent & National Historical Monument.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$1
4 - 6 min

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Catedral Basílica de Salta
Roman Catholic cathedral dating to the 1800s, with an ornate pink facade & a gilded interior.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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City Museum Casa Hernandez
City museum in a historic building with musical instruments & a library with local authors.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
Day 4
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$8

Monument General Martin Miguel de Guemes
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Museum of Anthropology in Salta, Argentina
Contemporary structure housing exhibits on regional archaeological finds, including pottery & art.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $34 In total

Activities & Food:$34