Walking Free Tour Through the Historic Heart of Mendoza

Discover the city's history and legacy on this tour of Mendoza's Founding District. See the ruins left by the 1861 earthquake and learn how the city was rebuilt to become the beautiful modern metropolis it is today.

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Things to do Walking Free Tour Through the Historic Heart of Mendoza

We invite you to discover Mendoza’s history and legacy through a fascinating tour of its founding district. We’ll start at Plaza Pedro del Castillo, the heart of the colonial city, where you can get a sense of its origins. Next, we’ll explore the imposing ruins of the Church of San Francisco, which was destroyed by the devastating earthquake of 1861. Finally, we’ll visit Plaza San Martín, where we’ll trace the history of this iconic site and discover how it has evolved over time. We’ll admire the equestrian monument to General San Martín and highlight the Basilica of San Francisco, an architectural gem steeped in history and spirituality. We look forward to seeing you!

Included

Plaza Pedro del Castillo
Plaza San Martin
Paseo Alameda
Ruinas Jesuíticas de San Francisco
O'Higgins Park
Basílica San Francisco
Entrada a Ruinas Jesuíticas de San Francisco

Meeting point

Plaza Pedro del Castillo

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