Travelling with your children in Argentina is a fantastic way to experience the country. There are many possible activities suitable for the whole family such as lounging on beautiful beaches, skiing or hiking in the Andes, having a safari in the jungle, watching tango in Buenos Aires or simply sightseeing and touring the city.

Bosque de los Rosedales
This is a beautiful park that is suitable for all ages and a day out that the entire family can enjoy. You can follow the winding paths on foot and make your way through beautiful plants and lakes, rent a bicycle and go cycling, or hire a row boat and paddle. The Planetarium is located on the grounds, which makes for a perfect end to an exciting day.

Iguazú Falls National Park
This national park is in fact shared by Brazil and Paraguay, and is though to be one of the great physical wonders of the world and certainly one of the must-sees of Argentina. The waterfall is spectacular, as are the magical rainbows that can often be seen here. The park is home to about 400 species of bird as well as over 2,000 plants. Children will be overwhelmed by the sights on offer here, as will many adults.

National History Museum
This popular museum can be found in Buenos Aires prettiest park, Parque Lezama. The museum combines 400 years of history with fine art. Natural history museums are popular all around the world and this one is no exception.

Open-air markets
Local Argentines love their markets, which are usually held on Sundays. Visiting a market is a perfect opportunity to mix with the locals and to let your children experience traditional Argentinean life, not to mention picking up a bargain or two. The Flea Market in San Telmo or the Antique Market in Plaza Dorego are two popular spots.

Parque de la Costa
This is one of the largest amusement parks in South America. It can be found just outside Buenos Aires and comes complete with exciting roller coasters, Ferris wheels, adventure rides and plenty of activities for younger children. There are also many refreshment stalls and bars for those in need of something stronger than a cola. Entertainment is also provided, but the majority of shows are in Spanish with no translation. http://www.parquedelacosta.com.ar/

Recoleta Cemetery
This is a surprisingly popular attraction for children of all ages. It is where Eva Peron, Evita, was buried and is also a real ‘city of the dead’. You will find giant mausoleums and towering memorials which give the effect of a miniature city. It makes for a great daytrip for all the family and you don’t need to rush back to your hotel for your evening meal, as the cemetery is found in the most fashionable dining area in Buenos Aires.
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Southern Argentina
Despite the cold weather, southern Argentina is extremely popular with children. There are skiing opportunities as well as tobogganing and skating, and the most popular activity of all – sleigh rides. This magical experience involves riding on a sleigh across the plains of snow underneath a starry sky. Children will never tire of it and it will be an experience that they will always remember.

If you are planning on taking park in sporting activities while you are on holiday in Argentina, there are many options to choose from. Argentines are keen horse riders and there are ample opportunities to either take English horseback riding lessons or take a horse on a day’s adventure into the country.

If you enjoy a spot of mountain climbing, Aconcagua Provincial Park is home to the highest peak in the western hemisphere, Aconcagua. If you are not up to a world-class climbing challenge, there are mountain campsites all the way up, making it possible to travel by horse – which is almost as adventurous!

The Lake District, in southern Argentina, is characterised by stunning glacial lakes, lush rainforests and alpine highlands. The sports available vary from season to season, with the summer months offering plenty of hiking opportunities, while the in the winter, you can go skiing and snowboarding.

If you’re a keen fisherman, Lake Nauel Huapi offers ample opportunity to catch some salmon and trout. You’ll need to get a fishing licence first, but these are easy to pick up at Bariloche. Be prepared though; you may need some help reeling your catch in, as they like to grow them big here.

Argentina offers hikers the chance to hike throughout the country. There are many well-maintained trails suited to hikers of all levels. Hiking allows you to see the beauty of the country at your own pace, so that it can be fully appreciated.

While staying in Argentina, you should sample a selection of local cuisine. You will find many international and fast food options available, but local food is often tastier and normally cheaper.

Argentinean cuisine is a fusion of Basque, Spanish and Italian recipes, with beef being of a particularly high quality – after all, Argentine steaks are renowned throughout the world. If you have the chance, you should not miss out on dining at an infamous grill room. If you are a meat-eater, you will not be disappointed, as you will be able to sample a variety of barbeque dishes, all for a very good price

Restaurants are generally good value and they are classified by a fork sign. If you see a restaurant with three forks, you can be well-assured that you will get a good meal. The choice of restaurants in Argentina ranges from local grill rooms to top-class establishments and from European and American eateries to Middle Eastern delights. Prices also range considerably, although it is important to remember that price does not always reflect quality. It is possible to get some of the best meals in cheap cafés.

Argentinean cooking focuses on the main course. National specialities include carbonada stew, made with beef, corn, pumpkin, tomatoes and potatoes; puchero, a very tasty mulligan stew; tartas, a vegetable pie and charrasco Argentino, a large gaucho steak, perfect for meat eaters. Deserts include alfajores, cookies filled with caramelised milk sauce, and panque ques, delicious crepe deserts.

Local distilleries produce their own brands of most spirits, which tend to be much cheaper than the branded alternative. Whiskies, gins and wines are of excellent quality and the local wine on offer is a must-try. There are no licensing laws in Argentina, meaning alcohol can be served all day and night, and anyone can produce and sell it.

Buenos Aires enjoys a reputation as a shopper’s paradise and is thought to be one the best destinations for shopping in Latin America. Shopping specialities include leather goods, native handicrafts, souvenirs and gemstones. You will not be short of shops or shopping opportunities and may even decide to take a day out of your schedule and indulge in some retail therapy. Tax-free shopping can be found at many outlets throughout the city. Those looking for the best bargains should look for the tax-free logo in shop windows.

As well as differences in temperature, northern and southern Argentina also differs in shopping opportunities. In the northern regions, it is possible to find many native masks as well as native carvings. These are great ornaments and make for an excellent conversation piece. Gem stones such as amethysts are also very popular with many visitors.

While shopping in the north of the country is good value, you will find even better bargains in southern Argentina, as the islands just off the southern tip are tax-free zones. You’ll be able to buy all sorts of goodies such as electronics, fine wines and food, all at a fraction of the cost of everywhere else.

Shopping hours are Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 20:00 and Saturday from 09:00 to 13:00, although shopping centers are generally open every day from 10:00 to 22:00.