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Things to see in Cafayate (Argentina): 13 places and when to go
Cafayate is a town in Argentina, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (11), Temples (1), Nature (1). The best known are Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral, Cafayate and Cerro Chuscha. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 13 h 37 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Argentina · -26.0829, -65.9666
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (11) · Temples (1) · Nature (1) · Mountains (1)
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May to September.
- Nearest airport
- MDZ Mendoza, 800 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Cerro Chuscha, at 5,412 m.
What to see in Cafayate
The places in and around Cafayate, 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.
- Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral, CafayateChurch in Cafayate, Argentina1.5 km
- Cerro ChuschaMountain in Argentina27 km
- Bodega AmalayaWinery3.6 km
- Bodega El TransitoWinery1.2 km
- Bodega NanniWinery1.2 km
- Bodega PiatelliWinery5.3 km
- Bodega San Pedro de YacochuyaWinery7.3 km
- Bodega TukmaWinery1.4 km
- Bodega Vasija Secreta - La BandaWinery2.2 km
- Bodega VestigiosWinery1.5 km
- Finca Las NubesWinery4.7 km
- Piattelli VineyardWinery5.3 km
- Tierra Colorada S.A.Winery9.4 km
When to go to Cafayate
The best time to visit Cafayate 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 time13:28
- FebBest time12:53
- MarBest time12:11
- AprBest time11:23
- MayPossible10:43
- JunPossible10:23
- JulPossible10:31
- AugPossible11:05
- SepPossible11:51
- OctBest time12:38
- NovBest time13:18
- DecBest time13:37
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 13 h 37 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 23. In January, 13 of the 13 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 Cafayate
The nearest main airport is Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ, Mendoza), 800 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
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- Salta8 places155 km
- San Salvador de Jujuy6 places222 km
- San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca10 places266 km
- Belgrano6 places285 km
- Humahuaca6 places327 km
And all of Argentina, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Cafayate?
The best known: Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral, Cafayate, Cerro Chuscha. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Cafayate?
October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 13 h 37 of daylight, and in June, 10 h 23.
How do you get to Cafayate?
The nearest main airport is Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport (MDZ), 800 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Cafayate as the destination and these 13 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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