Historical Museum of the North (Museo Historico del Norte) Attractions & Things to do

You will discover Salta and its history from another angle through anecdotes. You will receive advice for your stay in Argentina. I could guide you to the best places to visit as well as to taste the best culinary specialists. Come and enjoy a private guided tour adapted and exclusively for you. Along the way, I will take photos of you that you will keep as souvenirs. This tour is ideal for couples, family and friends.
Discover the famous cathedral of Salta and its special history. we will cross 9 de Julio Square to reach the colonial cabildo. Then we will go towards the San Francisco church. We will continue towards the convent then finally finish at the Guemes monument.
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes.

Explore natural features and Argentine wine on a day trip from Salta to Cafayate via the Lerma Valley. You'll see the carved rock formations of Quebrada de las Conchas and visit a winery in Cafayate for an included wine tasting.
Duration: 11 hours.

Vehicle tour of the beautiful city of Salta, "Salta La Linda" that begins at 4:00 p.m every day of the week. On this midday walk we will visit the following points of general interest: Plaza 9 de Julio, Cathedral Basilica, Cabildo, Casa de Uriburu, Convent of San Francisco, Convent of San Bernardo, Mirador del Cerro San Bernardo, Monument to General Güemes, Monument 20 of February, Quebrada de San Lorenzo and Artisan Market. Distance: 90 kilometers. Duration: 3 ½ hours
Duration: 4 hours.

See rare Andean flamingos at Laguna del Toro (Bull Lagoon) during this full-day trip from Salta. You’ll travel in a 4WD vehicle and visit the archaeological site of Santa Rosa de Tastil village with your guide. A box lunch by the lagoon plus round-trip hotel transport are included.
Duration: 11 hours.

This 12-hour excursion begins in the Lerma Valley and then takes you on a drive to El Carril, continuing on to Chicoana. Marvel at the striking beauty of the gorges known as Quebrada de los Laureles and Quebrada de Escoipe.

Drive along the Cuesta del Obispo, on a road with abundant curves. Take in panoramic views of the Enchanted Valley and small houses surrounded by fields of maize and fruit trees.

By the time you reach the Piedra del Molino you’ll be 3,384 meters above sea level, the highest point on the trip.

When you arrive in Cachi, you’ll have sweeping views of Nevado de Cachi and Payogasta. In the town of Cachi, you’ll stop to visit the archaeological museum and the church.
Duration: 12 hours.

Tour one of the cities with more history of Argentina and one of the best preserved. If you visit Salta, you can not miss this tour of the city and its surroundings.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Journey to the beautiful Yungas forest and El Rey National Park on this 10-hour guided day tour from Salta in a 4x4 vehicle. Explore the diverse environments, learn about the inhabitants that make their home there, and hike the trails of El Rey National Park as your guide highlights the unique plants and animals that reside within its bounds. Hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as a box lunch are included.

Please note: a moderate amount of walking is required, so please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Duration: 10 hours.

Experience the incredible Calchaquí Valley on this activity-filled overnight tour from Salta that combines stunning natural scenery with Argentine wine. You’ll enjoy a scenic round-trip drive to the towns of Cachi and Cafayate, admiring gorges, rivers, vineyards and mountain towns along the way. Make plenty of photo stops at panoramic viewpoints, and learn about the history of the area from an experienced guide. Visit Cachi’s Archeological Museum if you wish, and enjoy a winery tour and tasting in Cafayate.
Duration: 2 days.

Discover the history, culture, and production methods of one of Argentina's most profitable products, tobacco, during this 8-hour tour from Salta. Visit a tobacco factory, see the fields where the crop is grown, and learn about the different varieties of snuff produced in the area before sitting down for lunch at the Cabra Corral Dam (own expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
Duration: 8 hours.