Barraquero Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barraquero
Popular places to visit
Independence Square
Visit Mendoza’s cultural heart to see museums and basilicas or simply sit in the shade with an ice cream and watch the entertainment in the plaza.
General San Martin Park
Walk or cycle around this expansive park to see the glistening lake, pay your respects at the war memorials and enjoy a great view of the city.
Plaza Italia
Find a quiet place to enjoy a siesta in this peaceful park, complete with a playground and a monument to the city’s Italian heritage.
Spain Square
Unwind in one of Mendoza’s most beautiful public squares, given to Argentina by the Spanish government.
Navarro Correas Winery
Modern facilities complement centuries-old vineyards at this Argentine winery, renowned for its Malbecs and crisp sparkling whites.
San Martin Square
Just a short walk from Mendoza’s downtown, this square is home to a monument that pays tribute to Argentina’s most beloved general.
Activities
Mendoza: Sunset Horse Back Riding in the Mountains and BBQ
Andes Day Trip from Mendoza Including Aconcagua, Uspallata and Puente del Inca
Mendoza: 12-KM River Rafting Tour in the Andes
Tour autoguiado en bicicleta por Luján de Cuyo (Mendoza)
Excursión de 3 bodegas y 1 olivícola con degustación
Our pick of the best Barraquero Hotel Deals
Cabañas SNT Rafael
Park Hyatt Mendoza
Just a wonderful stay. The place was beautiful, staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Sheraton Mendoza Hotel
El servicio fue de 5 estrellas!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Diplomatic Hotel
Wonderful hotel and staff
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Huentala Hotel
Quarto muito bom, banheiros limpos e chuveiro bom. Só poderia separar o chuveiro da banheira (ou retirar a banheira), o risco de acontecer um acidente ao entrar ou sair da banheira é muito grande…
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Hilton Mendoza
Convenient location and excellent staff.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barraquero
Dorrego
You'll enjoy the restaurants and wineries in Dorrego. You might want to make time for a stop at Achaval Ferrer Florida de Tupungato Winery or Amado Zogbi Winery.
Historic Center
Wineries, mountain views and casinos highlight some notable features of Historic Center. Make a stop by Independence Square or Plaza Italia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Belgrano Station or Mendoza Station to get around town.
Godoy Cruz
Godoy Cruz is well liked for its restaurants and wineries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Avenida San Martin and General San Martin Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at San Martin Station or Pellegrini Station to get around.
Mendoza City Center
Wineries, casinos and spas highlight some notable features of Mendoza City Center. Make a stop by Chile Square or Plaza Italia while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Mendoza Station or Belgrano Station to get around town.
La Quinta
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Quinta and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Italia and Chile Square.
Villa Hipódromo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Villa Hipódromo and surrounding area, you can visit General San Martin Park and Malvinas Argentinas Stadium.
