Beaches of Pinamar, Argentina

The city of Pinamar, , maybe the most sophisticated on the Argentinian coastline, lies in the Province of Buenos Aires just 340 kilometers away from the City of Buenos Aires. Surrounded by pine tree groves (from which it has taken its name), it mingles the benefits of nature with the effort of the pioneers in its large forest, its sand hills and its deep blue sea.

A city of youths, Pinamar is always the center for summer activities. Celebrities and brands choose it every summer season to show off.

Its natural beauties are manifest along its vast beaches dwelled by sand hills, in its shady streets and in the particular architectural style of its buildings and mansions. Nautical activities, such as windsurfing, jet skiing, wakeboarding, motorboat rides and shark fishing on boats or land-based on the pier with fishing nets, are the most popular during the summertime. The hot sand on its beaches is an invitation to play beach volleyball, five-a-side football, tennis or paddle tennis in some of the courts offered by the bathing resorts.

But Pinamar is, above all things, a synonym for adventure and ease. In the city outskirts, at the area known as La Frontera(the Frontier), visitors may ride horses, rent ATVs and 4WD vehicles. Those who like quietness may enjoy golf, bird-watching or visit nearby cities such as Cariló, which suggests an unusual day amidst the forest. 

At night, Pinamar perfectly combines excellent restaurants, pubs, coffee-shops and group outings to the famous discos, as people enjoy the lights and the ever present roaring of the sea waves

Mar del Plata, Argentina

With a population of 650,000 , this large seaside city was created for the middle class looking for refuge from the bustling cities. Mar del Plata faded in the mid 80’s, but was restored in mid 90’s and now is considered one of the trendiest coastal towns in South America. 400 km south of Buenos Aires, Mar del Plata boasts undulating hills throughout the city, a beautiful boardwalk, 47 km of beaches, and the San Marin pedestrian street so ideal for shopping and people watching. With tourism as one of its largest industries, Mar del Plata hosts many festivals, such as the National Sea Festival, numerous fashion shows featuring latest haute couture designers, and the world famous International Film Festival. Long beaches, dunes, cliffs, and ravines make this seaside city ideal for hiking, paragliding, diving, and a myriad of other sports. Ideal for families, lovers, students, and the intrepid traveler, some of the best sights to enjoy are Colon Square, the neighborhood of Los Troncos, the Harbor, Sailing Club, the crafts fair, and the sea museum. Mar del Plata is well known for its superb nightlife, which includes pubs, discos, a casino, bingo as well as theatrical plays and other types of stage performances.

Getting There:
Aerolineas Argentinas, Austral, Lapa, Lade, and Dinar airlines use Brigadier de la Colina Airport, about 40 minutes and $14 from down- town by taxi. 
Mar del Plata is a 30 minute flight from Buenos Aires
By road from Buenos Aires on route 2
By train, 5 hours from Buenos Aires






When to Go:
Though the beaches lure many visitors escaping summer heat, Mar del Plata is not just a summer resort.
You might want to plan your visit in January for the Fiesta Nacional del Mar (National Sea Festivity) and Fiesta Nacional de los Pescadores (National Fishermen Festivity) as Mar del Plata is known for both its commercial and sports fishing. Mar del Plata - Fishing Boats
Be prepared for rain all year around.

Things to Do and See:

• Beaches! Balneario La Perla, Balneario Punta Mogotes, Playa Grande, and Playa Chica, Miramar, Mar del Sur, Centinela del Mar, Costa Bonita and Necochea. Mar del Plata Beaches
• Mar del Plata Aquarium
• Bird watching, horseback riding, walks and boat cruises
• Tour San Pedro Cathedral, the National University of Mar del Plata (1961), Colón Theater, the botanical gardens and Faro Punta Mogotes
• Visit Torreón del Monje, Laguna de los Padres and the village of Santa Clara del Mar
• Museo Municipal de Ciencias Naturales Lorenzo Scaglia and Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino
• Enjoy the casino and the nightlife. Remember that most discos and pubs don't open until midnight or after to accommodate the late dinner hour