Location: Cafayate
Top Things to do in Cafayate
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Cafayate That You Shouldn't Miss
Cafayate (Spanish pronunciation: [kafaˈʒate]) is a town located at the central zone of the Valles Calchaquíes in the province of Salta, Argentina. It sits 1,683 metres (5,522 ft) above mean sea level, at a distance of 189 kilometres (117 mi) from Salta City and 1,329 kilometres (826 mi) from Buenos Aires. It has about 12,000 inhabitants (2001 census [INDEC]).
Restaurants in Cafayate
1. Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,774 reviews
Reviewed By Hochopepa - Melbourne, Australia
Very worth visiting. There are multiple view points over 50+ km, however only really 3 major sights that involve a bit of a walk: garganta del diablo, el anfiteatro and los castillos. Garganta and the anfiteatro are within one km of each other, so it's easy to walk between the two. You probably only need about 1 hour to see both sites. To get here without a tour bus, take the flecha bus from Cafayate bus terminal. It stops at Garganta. Cost is 112 pesos. The bus leaves at 08.30, 10.30 and 14.00. Takes about 50 or so minutes. Beautiful scenery along the way! After you've seen Garganta, you can walk to the anfiteatro and have a look around. There is a bus stop right outside on the opposite side of the street where you can catch a bus back to Cafayate. Price is the same. Pay the driver when you get on. The bus comes at 13.25 and 15.55. other options invite hitch hiking! You don't get to see Los Castillos properly doing this, but you do get a glimpse on the bus. If you do want to take a tour, the are a few companies in Cafayate (e.g. ipuna) which will bring you here for about 850 pesos. The tour is at 2.30 p.m. and lasts for about 4-5 hrs. Can't tell you about the quality, but the Google reviews are not encouraging!!
2. Museo de la Vid y el Vino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,021 reviews
Reviewed By Jnanayog - St. John's, Canada
Certainly one of the best Wine Museums I have had the good fortune to view. Indeed this was our second visit in 4 years. A BUCKET LIST location if you like wine. Kudos to the designer. There is a small fee to enter ..Foreign seniors no discount this time. Allow yourself at least 30+ minutes to view the exhibits in each section. The first gives one of the most comprehensive informative presentation on the various characteristic that makes this a world class wine growing area. The second part take you on another visual and verbal ( written Spanish and English ) tour of the early history of various vineyards and the processes. A Must Visit in Cafayate... and just a few minutes walk down from the main Plaza.
3. Cascadas del Rio Colorado
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 431 reviews
Reviewed By MichaelK916 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Beautiful red rocked landscape amidst dry dessert greenery with steep slippery stone walkways and moments of danger with hidden crevices to climb mean you should get a guide. Each waterfall will set you back about 40 pesos per person so it’s worth it. Bring sturdy shoes and plan to get wet. See pristine water you can drink and enjoy wading in pools of fresh rainfall. We only did the first waterfall which took about 30 minutes to reach. Bring water!
4. Bodega Finca Las Nubes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 386 reviews
Reviewed By zuppiat - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Without a doubt the best views of all vineyards in the already beautiful area. They offer wine tours and tastings in Spanish. The tour is not that long, but the tasting was more elaborate than others. The wines were also very tasty, all from the Las Nubes own brand. We enjoyed an additional bottle of the Mounier brand paired with a sharing platter of cheese and meats. Absolutely a treat on the outside seating area in the ever present sun We combined this visit with a hike to a nearby waterfall at Rio Colorado which is I can highly recommend.
5. Bodega Domingo Molina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By ch0cbr0wnie - London, United Kingdom
We have definitely made a right choice coming to this winery. We were the only visitors, wine was great, estate is beautiful with extensive collection of cactuses and beautiful mountain view. Girl who was doing the wine tasting did a personal tour of the winery for us and we have spent enjoyable couple of hours there. Cheese was great too.
6. La Garganta del Diablo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,184 reviews
Reviewed By 763PabloS - Miami, United States
Not just the Garganta del Diablo but the entire route to Cafayate is something out of this world. There are many spots along the way that you should stop and enjoy the views and the amazing natural formations.
7. El Anfiteatro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 878 reviews
Reviewed By nicoc863 - South Denmark, Denmark
El Anfinteatro is a place everyone visits when passing. And there is a reason for that. Do it in the late afternoon, so the sun enters inside. Great atmosphere with a life musician!
8. Las Ventanas
9. Los Castillos
10. Las Tres Cruces
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By NGPAT - Inverness, United Kingdom
You will stop a lot driving the route 68 through this valley. This is one of the best places to take time out. Make time to walk up the short hill (2 minutes) from the car park area to get the full view available of mountains, river bed, and winding road.
