Argentina captivates with dramatic landscapes from Patagonian glaciers to thundering Iguazú Falls, vibrant tango culture in Buenos Aires, world-class wines in Mendoza, and passionate football fervor. This vast South American nation offers gauchos on the pampas, stunning Andean peaks, and cosmopolitan cities blending European elegance with Latin American warmth.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Iguazú Falls Jungle Train and Walkways
The panoramic train through the national park followed by boardwalk walks right to the waterfall edge captivates every age. The Devil's Throat viewing platform creates unforgettable memories for the whole family.
Duration: Full day
Temaiken Biopark, Escobar
Interactive zoo and biopark 50km from Buenos Aires featuring elephants, giraffes, and native Argentine wildlife. Kid-friendly design with touch tanks, animal feedings, and excellent facilities makes it ideal for young children.
Duration: Half-day
Glaciers Boat Tour, El Calafate
Motor boat tour to the face of Perito Moreno Glacier for close-up views of towering blue ice. The thunderous calving events (chunks of ice breaking off) create dramatic moments that children remember for years.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Peninsula Valdés Whale Watching
See southern right whales breaching close to shore (July-November) and Magellanic penguin colonies. The wildlife encounters are exceptional and educational for school-age children and older.
Duration: Full day
Palermo Parks and Japanese Garden
Buenos Aires's Palermo parks offer playgrounds, paddle boats on the lake, and wide green spaces for running. The nearby Japanese Garden has koi ponds that delight small children.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Bariloche Chairlift and Cerro Campanario
Take the chairlift up Cerro Campanario for panoramic views over Nahuel Huapi Lake and the Andes. The viewing platform, café, and easy downhill walk are accessible to all fitness levels.
Duration: Half-day
La Plata Natural Sciences Museum
One of South America's best natural history museums near Buenos Aires with complete dinosaur skeletons, zoological displays, and fossil collections. Children's educational programs available on weekends.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Llao Llao Hotel & Resort, Bariloche
Argentina's iconic Patagonian resort with kids club, multiple pools, outdoor activities, and spectacular lake views. Family suites accommodate parents and children comfortably with supervised activities available.
Family features: Kids club (4-12 years), indoor and outdoor pools, horseback riding, mountain bike rental, children's menu
Amerian Portal del Iguazú, Puerto Iguazú
Comfortable family-friendly hotel near Iguazú Falls with large outdoor pool, tropical gardens, and comfortable family rooms. Excellent value with breakfast included and easy access to the national park.
Family features: Large outdoor pool, family rooms and suites, breakfast included, tour desk for falls excursions, children's menu
Design Suites Bariloche
Modern hotel with stunning Nahuel Huapi Lake views and spacious family suites. Indoor pool perfect for cold Patagonian evenings, plus proximity to downtown Bariloche's famous chocolate shops.
Family features: Indoor pool with lake views, family suites, restaurant with children's menu, breakfast included, ski shuttle in winter
Fierro Hotel Buenos Aires, Palermo
Design boutique hotel in trendy Palermo with rooftop pool, family-friendly rooms, and exceptional location near parks and family restaurants. Great base for exploring Buenos Aires with children.
Family features: Rooftop pool, family rooms, free bikes, restaurant, near Palermo parks and playgrounds
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Argentine restaurants are very welcoming to families with children — high chairs generally available in most mid-range and upscale restaurants
Kids love milanesas (breaded cutlets), pizza, and empanadas — all widely available and child-friendly options
Ice cream (helado) shops are everywhere in Argentina — Freddo and Grido chains have locations in every neighborhood with dozens of flavors
Argentines eat dinner very late (9-10 PM) — tell the restaurant you have small children and they will happily serve you from 7-8 PM
Most parrilla (grill) restaurants serve gigantic portions — two adults and two children can often share three main courses comfortably
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Carry a notarized parental authorization letter if traveling with children without both parents — Argentine border control strictly enforces this requirement
Distances are vast in Argentina — don't try to cover too much ground. Base yourself in 2-3 regions rather than moving daily
Altitude sickness (soroche) is a real concern in Jujuy (3,000-4,000m) and Salta highlands — ascend gradually and carry altitude sickness medication
Pharmacies (farmacias) are excellent and well-stocked — children's paracetamol, ibuprofen, and common medications available without prescription