Argentina has developed a great reputation for reasonably priced wines, and Mendoza is the epicenter of the wine industry here. Even with its relatively dry climate, this small city in the foothills of the Andes has more trees than you’d expect, which can make the climate even more pleasant.
| Population | 155,000 |
| Area | 1,055,000 |
| Timezone | UTC-3 |
| Currency | Argentine peso |
| Airports | El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) |
Prices for hostels and hotels in Mendoza tend to be quite reasonable, even by Argentine standards. This might be the best budget stop for international tourists, at least compared to Buenos Aires and Bariloche. Food and drinks can be modestly priced as well, particularly the local Malbec wines that have helped make this place famous.
Summers tend to get a little hot and humid, bringing in less visitors then during the rest of the year. Summer is also when hotel prices are at their lowest. The winter months see a bit of a variation in prices with ski season reigning king with the highest prices.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | - |
| 43.00 - 82.00 |
| 46.00 - 99.00 |
| 81.00 - 156.00 |
| 112.00 - 163.00 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Bed | 6.00 - 12.00 |
| Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wine tasting tour | If you enjoy a good wine and are interested in learning more about the different types available, a wine tasting is exactly up your alley. | adult | 1.68 |
| Paragliding | This sport is a great way to get outside and try something new. | 12 and up | 3.83 |
| Horseback riding | Horseback riding is great for those who love animals. Price listed is for a half day ride. Both day and overnight tours available. | 12 and up | 0.35 |
| Mendoza Museum of Modern Art | Though this museum is free on Wednesdays, you'll have to pay a small fee the rest of the week. | all ages | 0.01 |
| Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget breakfast | Cappuccinos and pastries are a common morning pastime with a plentiful section to choose from. | 2.49 - 3.99 |
| Budget lunch | A favorite is pizza, order it by the slice or the whole pie. | 3.49 - 4.99 |
| Budget dinner | Dinner is a late event with most restaurants waiting till 9pm to open their doors. | 4.49 - 6.98 |
| Beer (.5L) | Both domestic and imported beer options are available. | 1.20 - 1.99 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Public bus in Mendoza (red bus card) | 0.00 |
| Bicycle day rentals in Mendoza | 0.08 - 0.10 |
| Taxi from airport to Mendoza | 0.08 |
| 3km taxi ride in Mendoza | 0.03 - 0.04 |
| Month | High F | Low F | Precip (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 90 | 65 | 1.9 |
| February | 87 | 64 | 1.5 |
| March | 81 | 59 | 1.4 |
| April | 74 | 51 | 0.6 |
| May | 66 | 42 | 0.3 |
| June | 60 | 37 | 0.1 |
| July | 59 | 36 | 0.5 |
| August | 64 | 40 | 0.2 |
| September | 68 | 44 | 0.5 |
| October | 78 | 53 | 0.3 |
| November | 85 | 59 | 0.6 |
| December | 89 | 64 | 0.9 |
Mendoza has become a very popular travel destination for those who live in the Northern Hemisphere due to its location in the Southern Hemisphere. Because seasons are opposite, northerners get the chance to escape a cold winter and in turn relax and enjoy summertime.
Due to this, Mendozas hottest months include December and January while its coldest months are June and July. Wintertime however, is not the cold long winter that everyone imagines. In fact, temperatures are relatively comfortable with daily temperatures in the 60s.
Generally when packing, it’s best to bring both thin and thick layers so that you can add and subtract when needed.
| 21 Mar | 7:39am | 7:45pm |
| 21 Jun | 8:38am | 6:37pm |
| 21 Sep | 7:26am | 7:31pm |
| 21 Dec | 6:24am | 8:43pm |