COUNTRY GUIDE
Argentina
From the Andes to Patagonia, long distances and late nights, better with company.
Studying in Buenos Aires, working remotely from Mendoza or travelling south for months: Unmapped helps you find your city, meet travelers, expats and locals, and join or start things together.
BASICS
Before you go.
- Language
- Spanish
- Rioplatense Spanish in Buenos Aires sounds quite different from other regions. English is less common outside tourist areas and international settings.
- Currency
- Argentine peso ($, ARS)
- Prices can change often, and payment options vary. Check current advice on paying before you travel.
- Time zone
- Argentina time, UTC−3
- One time zone all year, no daylight saving time.
- Power
- Type I and C plugs, 220 V
- The angled flat-pin plug is the standard; older sockets may take round pins.
- Getting online
- eSIM, SIM or Wi-Fi
- Coverage is good in cities and can disappear on long roads in Patagonia and the north.
- Emergency
- 911
- 107 for ambulance, 100 for fire and 101 for police also work in many areas.
GETTING AROUND
Easy to move, once you know how.
Fly the long distances
Distances are huge, and domestic flights connect Buenos Aires with most regions.
Long-distance buses
Comfortable intercity buses, many overnight with reclining seats, reach almost every city.
City transit
Buenos Aires has the Subte metro and a dense bus network; other cities rely mainly on buses.
Driving
A car gives the most freedom in Patagonia and the northwest, where towns can be far apart.
CITIES TO EXPLORE
Where to start.
A few very different places to begin. You can explore any city in Argentina through Unmapped. Search for it in the app.
Salta
A colonial city in the northwest, with mountain valleys, vineyards and colourful landscapes nearby.
Good for · Landscapes · Road trips · History
Find Salta in the app (opens in a new tab)Córdoba
A big university city in the centre, lively and young, with hills and small towns close by.
Good for · Students · Nightlife · Day trips
Find Córdoba in the app (opens in a new tab)Rosario
A riverside city on the Paraná, relaxed and creative, with long waterfront parks.
Good for · Waterfront · Culture · A slower pace
Find Rosario in the app (opens in a new tab)Buenos Aires
A huge capital of distinct barrios, late nights, theatres, cafés and a big creative scene.
Good for · Culture · Work · Nightlife
Find Buenos Aires in the app (opens in a new tab)Mendoza
A green city at the foot of the Andes, known for wine regions and mountain trips.
Good for · Wine regions · Outdoors · Weekends away
Find Mendoza in the app (opens in a new tab)San Carlos de Bariloche
A lakeside town in northern Patagonia, with mountains, forests and ski slopes nearby.
Good for · Hiking · Skiing · Lakes
Find San Carlos de Bariloche in the app (opens in a new tab)
GOOD TO KNOW
Small things that help.
Late dinners
Dinner often starts late, and nights out begin later still, especially in Buenos Aires.
Sharing mate
Mate is shared in many social settings. If you're offered some, it's a friendly gesture.
Seasons and regions
Seasons are reversed from the northern hemisphere. The north can be hot while Patagonia is cold and windy.
Regions differ
Food, accents and the pace of life change a lot between Buenos Aires, the northwest and Patagonia.
Tipping
Leaving a tip for good service is common in restaurants.
UNMAPPED IN ARGENTINA
Arrive knowing someone.
Open your next city before you land, then use it every day you're there.
Meet people before you move
Open Buenos Aires, Córdoba or Mendoza before you arrive and see who is here now, who is arriving and who lives there.
Ask the City Chat
Every city can have its own City Chat. Ask about neighbourhoods, bus routes or where to find live music.
Join or host something
Find meetups and day trips, or host your own, like a vineyard day near Mendoza, a hike near Bariloche or a dinner in Buenos Aires.
Travel together
Share your route north to Salta or south to Patagonia, or post a Buddy Plan for a class or a night out.
FAQ
Questions about Unmapped in Argentina.
Can I use Unmapped outside Buenos Aires?
Yes. You can explore any city in Argentina through Unmapped, and every city can become a City Hub. The cities on this page are just a few places to start.
Can I find people for a trip to Patagonia?
Yes. Share your route as a trip, or post a Buddy Plan, and see who else is heading the same way.
Can locals use Unmapped too?
Yes. Unmapped is for travelers, expats and locals, and many good plans start with someone who already lives there.
Can I explore a city before I arrive?
Yes. Open your next city, see who is arriving, join the City Chat and share your travel plan before you land.
Do I need to speak Spanish?
No. Unmapped is in English, and City Chats are a good place to ask for help or to find a language exchange.
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Sources & information
Information last reviewed: October 2026Location data: GeoNames (opens in a new tab) (CC BY 4.0 (opens in a new tab))Map: Natural Earth (opens in a new tab)Photo: Nestor Barbitta (opens in a new tab) / Unsplash (opens in a new tab)
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