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Santa Fe: What, Where, and How

Your Santa Fe Adventure Starts Here! From riverside strolls to lively towns and unforgettable cultural spots, Santa Fe is full of surprises. Dive into our guide to discover what to see, where to go, and insider tips to make your journey smooth, fun, and unforgettable.

What to do

Santa Fe invites you to kayak its waterways, enjoy fishing excursions, cycle along picturesque routes, and experience lively festivals and local markets. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventure or cultural immersion, there's always something happening.

Where to go

Cover Santa Fe’s rich history by visiting Parque Juan de Garay, a beautiful green oasis in the city. Explore the Museo Etnográfico y Colonial to dive into indigenous and colonial heritage, and step back in time at the historic Santo Domingo Convent, one of the city's oldest landmarks.

Make the most of your stay in Santa Fe with these useful resources. From government offices and tourist information to recommended hotels and restaurants, here’s everything you need for a smooth and enjoyable visit.

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Things to do in Santa Fe

🚣‍♂️ Paddle the Rivers
Kayak or boat along the Paraná or Salado rivers — calm waters, birdlife, and forested shores await.

🚴‍♀️ Cycle the Costanera
Enjoy Rosario’s 15 km riverfront bike path or join Calle Recreativa on Sundays for a car-free city ride.

🦉 Go Birdwatching
Spot capybaras, marsh deer, and over 300 bird species in Jaaukanigás or on the islands near Rosario.

🍴 Join a Food Tour
Taste grilled river fish, tour cheese dairies, or make traditional alfajores santafesinos with locals.

🎶 Experience Live Music
Attend summer concerts on the riverfront or the Flag Day festivities in Rosario on June 20.

🧀 Explore the Dairy Route
Visit Esperanza and Rafaela for cheese tastings, local cold cuts, and farm-based gastronomy.

🛍 Visit Local Markets
Browse artisan stalls at Mercado del Patio (Rosario) or weekend fairs along Santa Fe’s plazas.

🏛 Take a Museum Day
Explore the Castagnino Museum, MACRO, or local history museums in Santa Fe and Esperanza.

🏖 Relax on River Beaches
Spend a day at Isla Invernada or La Florida beach, ideal for picnics and swimming in summer.

🎣 Try Sport Fishing
Head north to Reconquista or San Javier for guided dorado and surubí fishing excursions.

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Places to Visit in Santa Fe

🏛️ Santa Fe City
Wander the historic quarter, visit the 17th-century Convent of San Francisco, and walk along the Costanera riverfront. Don't miss the iconic Hanging Bridge, lit beautifully at night.

🎨 Rosario
Birthplace of the national flag and home to the Monumento a la Bandera (National Flag Memorial). Enjoy Rosario’s lively river parks, modern art at the MACRO museum, and indie cafés in Pichincha, the city’s old railway district.

🏞️ Jaaukanigás Wetlands
A lesser-known treasure in northern Santa Fe. Spot capybaras, marsh deer, and over 300 bird species. Perfect for kayaking, boat safaris, and nature photography.

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🏺 San Javier & Cayastá
Discover the Ruins of the First Santa Fe, founded in 1573. Take boat rides through the delta, and try river-fish specialties like surubí and pacú.

🥛 The Dairy Route
Taste artisanal cheeses in Esperanza and Rafaela, explore immigrant museums, and learn about Santa Fe’s strong Swiss and Italian heritage.

🎣 Reconquista & Avellaneda
Known as Argentina’s sport-fishing capital. Visit in July for the National Surubí Festival, where anglers and foodies celebrate the region’s river bounty.

🛶 Paraná & Salado Rivers
Kayak through meandering channels, cruise at sunset, or birdwatch along the islands opposite Rosario. Sundays are perfect for cycling the car-free greenway along the river.

🧁 Taste Santa Fe
Join food tours through traditional markets, sample alfajor santafesino, and visit countryside cheese factories or riverfront grills serving up fresh catches.

Resources

Official Santa Fe Tourism Portal

Rosario Tourism Info

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