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Things to see in Bariloche (Argentina): 29 places and when to go

Bariloche is a town in Argentina with around 95,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 29 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (11), Food and drink (9), Nature (7). The best known are Cerro Catedral, Cathedral of Our Lady of Nahuel Huapi and Huemul Project. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 57 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 03. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Argentina · -41.15, -71.3
Population
About 95,000
Places
29 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Mountains (11) · Food and drink (9) · Nature (7) · Hiking (6) · Temples (2) · Museums and art (2)
Best time
October to April.
Also possible
May to September.
Nearest airport
BRC San Carlos de Bariloche, 12 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Cerro Catedral, at 2,405 m.

What to see in Bariloche

The places in and around Bariloche, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 5, by what you come to do:

When to go to Bariloche

The best time to visit Bariloche is October to April; also possible: May to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanBest time14:39
  2. FebBest time13:35
  3. MarBest time12:20
  4. AprBest time10:53
  5. MayPossible9:42
  6. JunPossible9:03
  7. JulPossible9:19
  8. AugPossible10:21
  9. SepPossible11:44
  10. OctBest time13:08
  11. NovBest time14:21
  12. DecBest time14:57

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In December there are 14 h 57 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 03. In January, 28 of the 29 places are at their best.

When to go to Argentina in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Bariloche

The nearest main airport is Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport (BRC, San Carlos de Bariloche), 12 km as the crow flies. How to get around Argentina (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

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Other towns nearby

And all of Argentina, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Bariloche?

The best known: Cerro Catedral, Cathedral of Our Lady of Nahuel Huapi, Huemul Project, Cerro Otto, Francisco Moreno Museum of Patagonia. In all, 29 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Bariloche?

October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 57 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 03.

How do you get to Bariloche?

The nearest main airport is Teniente Luis Candelaria International Airport (BRC), 12 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Bariloche as the destination and these 29 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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