Culture & wine: Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Santiago de Chile

Best known for its impressive collection of colonial-era architecture, the city of Córdoba is a mesmerising blend of old and new. You can’t miss the city’s historical centre and its magnificent churches, charming squares, neo-baroque Cathedral and the 17th century Jesuit Block and its old university buildings. Córdoba is also a student city, and boasts a vibrant nightlife and cultural scene with countless bars, restaurants and clubs as well as excellent museums and galleries.

Set in western Argentina, at the heart of the country’s wine region, Mendoza is a charming destination that dazzles with its lovely atmosphere. Stroll through the city’s leafy avenues and bustling plazas, relax in its cosmopolitan cafes, visit its excellent museums and be sure to sample some of the local wine in one of its many bodegas. Mendoza’s streets come alive by night, its restaurants and bars buzzing with tourists and locals alike.

Santiago, the capital of Chile, is a dynamic city nestled between the Andes Mountains and the Chilean Coast Range. It combines modern architecture with historic landmarks and vibrant cultural districts. Visitors can explore bustling markets, renowned museums, and lively neighborhoods filled with restaurants and cafés. The city's parks and green spaces offer a welcome escape from the urban atmosphere. Thanks to its location, both ski resorts and renowned wine regions are within easy reach. Santiago is an ideal destination for travelers looking to experience the energy and diversity of Chile.

Just a stone’s throw away from Valparaíso and a short journey away from Chile’s capital, Santiago, the upmarket coastal city of Viña del Mar is well worth the visit. Also known as the country’s ‘Garden City’ due to its numerous parks and green spaces, Viña del Mar is a great option for both day trips and weekend breaks, offering scenic beaches, interesting museums and beautiful architecture such as the historic Wulff Castle as well as an array of excellent restaurants, cafes and bars.

Santiago, the capital of Chile, is a dynamic city nestled between the Andes Mountains and the Chilean Coast Range. It combines modern architecture with historic landmarks and vibrant cultural districts. Visitors can explore bustling markets, renowned museums, and lively neighborhoods filled with restaurants and cafés. The city's parks and green spaces offer a welcome escape from the urban atmosphere. Thanks to its location, both ski resorts and renowned wine regions are within easy reach. Santiago is an ideal destination for travelers looking to experience the energy and diversity of Chile.