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Córdoba
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At a glance
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- Córdoba Province
- Population
- 1.5 million
- Best time to go
- March to May, September to November
- Main airport
- Córdoba Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella (COR)
- Coordinates
- 31.42°S, 64.19°W
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Overview
Córdoba is Argentina's second city and its oldest university town, founded in 1573. A large student population keeps it young and lively, and its colonial core is one of the best preserved in the country.
The rolling hills of the Sierras de Córdoba start just west of the city, with small towns, rivers and old Jesuit estancias. Stay a few days for the history, then head into the hills.
Things to see
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Photo: , CC BY-SA 3.0 Jesuit Block
The UNESCO-listed complex of the old university, church and college built by the Jesuits in the 17th century.
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Photo: https://www.flickr.com/photos/jezuez471/, CC BY 2.0 Córdoba Cathedral
A grand colonial cathedral on Plaza San Martín, mixing baroque and neoclassical styles.
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Photo: Miguel, CC BY-SA 2.0 Paseo del Buen Pastor
A former women's prison turned into a cultural centre, with gardens and dancing fountains in Nueva Córdoba.
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Photo: Lcsrns, CC BY-SA 3.0 Evita Fine Arts Museum
Argentine art displayed in the elegant Palacio Ferreyra, a French-style mansion beside a park.
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Things to do
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Photo: Murgatroyd49, CC BY-SA 4.0 Day trip to Alta Gracia
A Jesuit estancia and the house where Che Guevara grew up, about an hour south.
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Photo: Fernandopascullo, CC BY 3.0 Explore the Sierras
Hike, swim in rivers and visit mountain towns like Villa General Belgrano and La Cumbrecita.
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Photo: Helder Ribeiro from Campinas, Brazil, CC BY-SA 2.0 Weekend market in Güemes
An arts and crafts fair fills the streets of this bohemian barrio, with antique shops and bars nearby.
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Photo: Will Shenton, CC BY-SA 3.0 Drink fernet con coca
The city's unofficial drink, a bitter Italian liqueur mixed with cola, ordered in every bar.
Where to stay
Centro
Walking distance to the colonial sights and plazas, with plenty of hotels.
Hotels in CentroNueva Córdoba
The student district, full of bars and restaurants and close to the parks.
Hotels in Nueva CórdobaGüemes
Bohemian and creative, with boutique stays and the best weekend atmosphere.
Hotels in Güemes
Getting around
The centre is walkable, and buses cover the rest using a rechargeable card. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are affordable.
The airport is about 10 km north of the centre, roughly 20 to 30 minutes by taxi.
When to go
Spring and autumn bring warm days and cool evenings. Summer is hot with afternoon storms, and winter is dry and mild by day but cold at night.
Plan your trip to Córdoba
Guide last checked October 2026. Opening times and prices change, so check before you go.