You're Going to Love Salta
Founded in 1582, Salta is the capital of Salta Province and a favorite tourist spot in northwest Argentina. The city is renowned for its colonial architecture and folk music clubs. It is surrounded by superb natural areas, such as the cloud forests of Reserva del Huaico.
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Salta
1. The Train to the Clouds
This day trip involves a stunning journey by rail into the La Polvorilla Mountains.
2. Horse Riding
Sample the Gaucho lifestyle with trips including camping and outdoor dining.
3. Museums
Museums like the Museo de Arqueología de Alta Montaña and the Museum of Fine arts in Salta hold some excellent collections.
4. Walking Tours
Free walking tours will help you understand the historic center of Salta. Just remember to tip the guide.
5. Outdoor Activities
Salta is famous for outdoor activities and extreme sports such as rafting, climbing, trekking, rappel, and paragliding.
When to Visit Salta
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Salta is nearly 4,000 feet above sea level and has a subtropical highland climate with warm, sunny spring, fall, and summer seasons. Winters are mild and wet, with 80% of rainfall occurring between December and March.
How to Get to Salta
Plane
Salta Airport (SLA) is just three miles to the south of the city with connections to major Argentinian cities such as Buenos Aires, Cordoba, and Rosario. There are also regular flights from Rio de Janiero. A taxi into town costs AR$35 or you can take the 8A bus for AR$5.35.
Train
There are no long distance trains to Salta, only a commuter service from the nearby town of General Güemes.
Car
Salta is connected to Buenos Aires by the RN34 and RN9. The RN9 and RN157 connects with Cordoba and Mendoza is connected by the RN38.
Bus
Salta has good bus connections with all major Argentinian cities. The 20-hour trip from Buenos Aires will cost around AR$1,324.
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How to Get Around Salta
Public Transportation
Local bus services are frequent, with fares from AR$3.25.
Taxi
Taxis cost AR$25 for the meter drop and AR$30 per mile
Car
Salta has good paved roads and few traffic problems. If you are venturing into the mountains, however, you may want to rent a 4x4. Car rental is available from AR$900.
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The Cost of Living in Salta
Shopping Streets
The area around Plaza 9 de Julio has many craft shops and fashion boutiques, while the city's main shopping mall is Alto Noa on Avenida Virrey Toledo.
Groceries and Other
A quart of milk in Salta costs AR$16, while a loaf of bread is AR$20.
Where to Eat in Salta
El Patio de la Empanada on Av. San Martin esquina Esteco is a good place to try authentic local food like empanadas and humitas. Mains are around AR$100. Doña Salta on Cordoba by Plaza 9 de Julio has good steak and wine, and dinner for two will cost around AR$320.