Mar del Plata: The Happy City
Mar del Plata, Argentina, is a coastal city located in the southeastern province of Buenos Aires, it is Buenos Aires’ second largest city and the 7th largest in Argentina. Mar de Plata means “Sea of the Plate Region”. This beautiful city is famous for its luxurious casino. You may enter the happy city through Astor Piazzolla International Airport which is only 7Km away from the center.
Best Time to Visit
If you visit Mar del Plata in summer- December through February, you might have to enjoy the beach with other 6 million tourists so if you want to visit Argentina’s popular beach destination with lesser crowds, book your tickets on non-summer months. In November, the city holds the Mar Del Plata International Film Festival and it is expected that hotel prices and airfares are relatively high during this month.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Central Casino must be included in the must-go list if you visit Mar del Plata, this casino is one of the largest establishments in Argentina. Making way for more fun in Mar del Plata, proceed to a very modern aquarium, Mar del Plata Aquarium and enjoy seeing various species of fishes both inside and out. For your Mar del Plata accommodation, one of the best hotels to stay would be NH Gran Hotel Provincial, the hotel’s location has easy access to numerous tourist spots like Golf Club Mar del Plata and Alfonsina Storni Monument. If you are looking for a budget-friendly hotel deal, Hotel Spa Republica is a good choice, aside from the fact that it is only 900m away from Casino Central. Book your hotels early to make sure you get the best hotel deal.