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The Argentinian city of Rosario is located in the Santa Fe province and is rapidly becoming a popular tourism destination for international travellers. The city boasts a large number of historical landmarks, interesting architecture and many other cultural attractions. In addition, Rosario is located next to the large Paraná River which provides beautiful scenery and a refreshing place to swim and cool down on the warmer days. As a large port city, Rosario continues to gain prestige and notoriety throughout Argentina and is today the third largest city in the country. Visitors who are interested in visiting Argentina should read on to learn more about transport in Rosario, the city’s most popular attractions and what kinds of accommodation are offered.
Travel in and Around Rosario
Many visitors arrive in Rosario via the conveniently located Rosario International Airport, which is located just ten minutes from the city centre. Flights are only available to Rosario from other Argentinian cities as well as some nearby South American countries like Uruguay. Despite the large port in Rosario, few visitors arrive via boat. Most water traffic is limited to cargo and transport ships rather than passenger traffic. Public transport within Rosario is extensive and very affordable. Choose from taxis, buses and even a trolley system which winds through the busiest sections of the city centre in Rosario. Rental cars are a great way to travel from nearby cities like Cordoba and Buenos Aires but are certainly not necessary for those who plan to spend the duration of their holiday within the city of Rosario.
Popular Attractions
The most popular attraction in Rosario is the Parque Nacional a la Bandera and Monumento de la Bandera, a giant monument and park honouring the Argentinian flag as well as its designer, General Manuel Belgrano. The large monument is clearly visible throughout Rosario and extends nearly five hundred feet into the air to dominate the skyline. Entry to the park is free. The Observatorio Astronómico Planetario is another popular destination that boasts a working observatory as well as an astronomy museum. The planetarium has a separate section devoted just to children which includes hands on exhibits and exciting experiments that kids will adore. Entry to the entire museum and planetarium is thirty pesos per person.
Dining and Nightlife in Rosario
There is absolutely no shortage of delicious restaurants in the city of Rosario. Argentinian cuisine is often considered to be a mix of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours. Of course, the country known for beef production also includes heart asado barbecue as part of its traditional cuisine. Be sure to visit a traditional asado restaurant that prepares steaks, chorizo and even sweetbreads. The people of Rosario have a distinctly sweet tooth as well. Stop by any local bakery to taste the delicious dulce de leche sauce found on ice cream, in cookies and to top any dessert. Nightclubs can be found throughout the city and often don’t get busy until well after midnight. Be prepared to party until the sunrise the next day!
Rosario’s Accommodation Options
The city of Rosario is very popular with budget travellers from around the world. Because of this there are a number of affordable hostels in the city centre of Rosario. These dormitory accommodations can be as cheap as one hundred pesos per person per night. Other options for accommodation include homestays with local Argentinian families or even private apartment rental. For a truly upscale experience in Rosario, consider renting one of the many Argentinian villas near the beautiful La Florida Beach. Villas are surprisingly affordable in Argentina and can be the ultimate luxury holiday accommodation for couples, groups or families.
