All 24 Provinces of Argentina
There is far more to Argentina than Buenos Aires. From the glaciers of Patagonia to the subtropical jungles of Misiones, explore every corner of South America's most diverse country.
Patagonia
Glaciers, lakes, and the end of the world
5 provinces

Home to Bariloche and Argentina's Lake District — a Patagonian paradise of snow-capped peaks, crystal lakes, and chocolate shops that draws outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.

Patagonia's energy capital combines oil wealth with stunning Lake District scenery. San Martín de los Andes offers a quieter alternative to Bariloche, and Villa La Angostura is pure alpine magic.

The End of the World. Ushuaia is the southernmost city on Earth — a gateway to Antarctica with dramatic mountains, glaciers, and a frontier spirit that attracts adventurers and dreamers.

Welsh colonies, whale watching, and Patagonian steppe. Puerto Madryn is the gateway to Península Valdés — one of the best wildlife viewing destinations on Earth.

Home to Los Glaciares National Park and the legendary Perito Moreno glacier. El Calafate and El Chaltén offer world-class trekking and glacier experiences in deep Patagonia.
Cuyo
Wine country and Andean adventures
4 provinces

The wine capital of South America, nestled against the Andes. World-class Malbec, mountain adventures, and a sun-drenched lifestyle that attracts retirees, foodies, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Desert landscapes, wine valleys, and the stunning Ischigualasto (Valley of the Moon). San Juan offers Cuyo wine country at even lower prices than Mendoza.

The 'Gateway to Cuyo' offers surprising digital infrastructure, tax incentives for tech companies, and beautiful sierras. Argentina's quiet achiever for remote workers.

Talampaya National Park's red canyon walls and the surreal Ischigualasto-Talampaya UNESCO complex. Wine at altitude and dinosaur fossils in a desert landscape.
Northwest
Indigenous culture and desert landscapes
5 provinces

Known as 'Salta la Linda' (Salta the Beautiful), this northwestern gem offers colonial architecture, dramatic desert landscapes, indigenous culture, and some of the lowest costs in Argentina.

Argentina's smallest mainland province packs a punch — the Garden of the Republic, where Argentine independence was declared. Lush landscapes, affordable living, and genuine Argentine culture.

The Quebrada de Humahuaca (UNESCO) paints the landscape in rainbow colors. Argentina's most indigenous province offers ancient cultures, high-altitude salt flats, and otherworldly beauty.

Hidden gems of the Northwest — volcanic landscapes, ancient ruins, and the highest vineyard in the world. One of Argentina's least-visited provinces holds some of its greatest secrets.

The 'Mother of Cities' — Argentina's oldest city (founded 1553). Termas de Río Hondo hot springs, chacarera music, and deep-rooted traditions in the country's cultural cradle.
Northeast
Waterfalls, wetlands, and subtropical forests
5 provinces

Home to Iguazú Falls — one of the natural wonders of the world. Subtropical forests, red earth, and the unique blend of Argentine, Brazilian, and Paraguayan cultures at the Triple Frontier.

The 'Land Between Rivers' — thermal hot springs, riverside towns, and the famous Carnival of Gualeguaychú. A peaceful, affordable province between the Paraná and Uruguay rivers.

The Iberá Wetlands — South America's second-largest wetland system. A birdwatcher's paradise with gaucho culture, chamamé music, and a relaxed riverside lifestyle.

The 'City of Sculptures' (Resistencia) and the vast Chaco forest. Argentina's indigenous heartland with Qom, Wichí, and Mocoví communities maintaining ancient traditions.

Argentina's tropical frontier — Bañado La Estrella wetlands, indigenous communities, and the most subtropical climate in the country. True frontier territory for the adventurous.
Pampas
Endless plains and gaucho culture
3 provinces

Argentina's vibrant capital — the Paris of South America. A cosmopolitan megacity with world-class dining, nightlife, and culture that draws the largest expat community in the country.

Argentina's most populous province surrounds the capital city. From the Atlantic beaches of Mar del Plata to the vast pampas grasslands, it offers affordable alternatives to CABA living.

The heart of the Argentine pampas — endless grasslands, gaucho traditions, and the most authentic rural Argentine experience. Not for everyone, but deeply rewarding for those who embrace it.
Central
Urban hubs and university cities
2 provinces

Argentina's second-largest city is a university powerhouse with 200,000+ students, a thriving tech scene, and stunning sierras just outside town. The best value big-city living in the country.

Home to Rosario — Argentina's third-largest city and birthplace of the Argentine flag, Che Guevara, and Lionel Messi. A river city with a growing cosmopolitan scene and strong university culture.
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