About
Bariloche, formally San Carlos de Bariloche, is an alpine-style city in the Río Negro Province of Argentina, set in the Patagonian region of South America. Its mountain and lake setting gives it a distinctly Swiss-looking character, with timber-and-stone buildings and a steady stream of visitors drawn to the outdoors.
What the city is known for
Bariloche is well known for its chocolate shops and confectioners, a local speciality that many visitors come to sample along the town's streets. Its lakes and mountains make it a natural base for a wide range of activities, and it is widely described as the gateway to Nahuel Huapi National Park.
What a visit offers
- Time on the lakes and in the surrounding mountains, whatever the season
- Outdoor activities across the national park, reached from the city
- Chocolate shops and a relaxed town centre to explore on foot
- A base for longer trips into the wider Patagonian landscape
Because the city serves as a starting point for the national park, many travellers plan their days around trips out from it rather than staying only within town limits. Allowing time for both the city and the landscapes beyond it will give the most complete picture of the area.
For up-to-date information before you travel, you can call the city on +54 294 442 3022.