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Things to see in San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca (Argentina): 10 places and when to go
San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca is a city in Argentina with around 189,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (5), Food and drink (2), With kids (2). The best known are San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca Cathedral, Archaeological Museum Adam Quiroga and Laureano Brizuela Art Museum. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 13 h 48 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 12. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Argentina · -28.47, -65.78
- Population
- About 189,000
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (5) · Food and drink (2) · With kids (2) · Wildlife (2) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May to September.
- Nearest airport
- MDZ Mendoza, 565 km as the crow flies
What to see in San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca
The places in and around San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca, 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.
- San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca CathedralRoman Catholic cathedral in Catamarca, Argentina120 m
- Archaeological Museum Adam QuirogaMuseum in San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca, Catamarca, Argentina415 m
- Laureano Brizuela Art MuseumMuseum236 m
- Bodega MichangoWinery4.9 km
- Casa Natal de Fray Mamerto EsquiuBuilding in San José de Fray Mamerto Esquiú, Argentina11 km
- Centro de Interpretación Pueblo PerdidoMuseum5.1 km
- Cervecería ArtesanalBrewery1.3 km
- Granja Educativa La SoñadaWith kids · Wildlife11 km
- Granja Educativa MunicipalWith kids · Wildlife3.3 km
- Museum of the Virgin of the ValleyMuseum in San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca, Argentina158 m
When to go to San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca
The best time to visit San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca 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.
- JanBest time13:37
- FebBest time12:59
- MarBest time12:12
- AprBest time11:19
- MayPossible10:35
- JunPossible10:12
- JulPossible10:21
- AugPossible10:59
- SepPossible11:50
- OctBest time12:42
- NovBest time13:27
- DecBest time13:48
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 13 h 48 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 12. In January, 10 of the 10 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 San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca
The nearest main airport is Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ, Mendoza), 565 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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Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca?
The best known: San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca Cathedral, Archaeological Museum Adam Quiroga, Laureano Brizuela Art Museum. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca?
October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 13 h 48 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 12.
How do you get to San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca?
The nearest main airport is Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ), 565 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca as the destination and these 10 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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