Activities
Fondly known by locals as the heartland of Argentina for its location in the center of the country, the city is lined with scenic rivers, lakes and valleys which makes it an ideal spot guests
Dubbed as La Docta because of its many universities and schools, Cordoba offers an eclectic mix of old and new.
In 2006, it cemented its place as the cultural capital of the Americas, and the title fitted like a glove. Four excellent municipal galleries – dedicated to emerging, contemporary, classical and fine art respectively – are within easy walking distance of each other and the city center.
The combination of colonial past, modern buildings and a convenient base for exploring the nearby Andes and the Pampas make Córdoba a favored spot for conventions and language schools. Its location provides the arena for many adventure and/or extreme sports.
In the outskirts of Córdoba, various adventure travel activities may be enjoyed, namely 4WD tours, silverside and trout fishing in its dams, mountain biking, paragliding or hiking around one of the prettiest regions in Argentina
Climate
Blessed with pleasant weather all year round, the best time to visit Cordoba is March to may and August to November, when it’s not too hot nor too cool and there is little rain.
Even though it is nestled in a vast valley, it is surrounded by the heights of various mountain range systems that create a unique microclimate. Its average maximum temperature is 24º C and minimum is 11º C in the winter.
Eating Out
Like the rest of Argentina, people in Cordoba like their meat. Argentine cuisine varies a little from province to province, and in Córdoba, the traditional asado, locro, stew with corn as a primary ingredient, empanadas and lomito (skirt steak) sandwiches, are popular, as is Bagna Cauda, the anchovy dip for vegetables and bread that Italian immigrants brought with them to Argentina.
Eating out is relatively affordable.
Getting Around
Public transport is limited to buses with cheap fares, although it can be crowded. Alternatives to the bus system include the yellow and green taxis which can be hailed at any curb. Bicycles are also a good way to explore the downtown area.
Kids Attractions
Parks - El Parque Sarmiento offers strollers many walks around the gardens, a zoo, a Greek Theater, amusement area, a lake, swimming pool, places to eat, bars, cycle track, and for many years was the only large park area within the city limits.
Night Life
Cordoba has a lot of cultural life although it dies of somewhat during the university holidays over Christmas and doesn't get going again until March-ish. In many cultural centers there are varieties of shows and exhibition.
Restaurants
Dining on a budget or splurging? Cordoba’s restaurants and gastronomy hubs are the city center (particularly General Paz, Illia and Colón avenues), the Cerro de las Rosas area (large restaurants, relatively high prices, often pleasant outdoor bars), Güemes (Belgrano and Alvear streets, with a mix of mid-range and upscale restaurants and bars), General Paz (with some of the most renowned.
Shopping
Córdoba is a good shopping city, and you can buy near all kind of things at reasonable prices.
The most active zone is the Peatonal pedestrian mall around San Martín Square and the nearby Mercado Norte and Mercado Sur areas, with cheaper prices. In the Nueva Córdoba and Güemes quarters, but also in some central galleries, there are shops and boutiques with locally designed clothing.
Arts and crafts, galleries, shopping malls, provide the shopping fix in the city.
Sightseeing
There are many colonial buildings in the city center. Churches such as the Cathedra, Capilla domestica and many more deserve a visit.
If architecture is not your thing, a visit to the various arts and centers will delight you and set your holiday in the right mood
Family time? No problem. Pay a visit to any of the numerous parks and squares scattered all over the city. Notable parks include: Parque Sarmiento, Parque Las Heras, Parque de la Vida, Parque General Paz, Parque San Martín and many more.