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Bariloche walking tour & city guide

Alpine-style town of lakes and chocolate in Patagonia.

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San Carlos de Bariloche, in northern Patagonia, sits on the shore of Nahuel Huapi Lake, surrounded by mountains and forests. Its stone and wood architecture and chocolate shops give it an Alpine feel.

The town

The Centro Cívico, built of stone and wood, overlooks the lake. Mitre Street is lined with chocolate shops. Cerro Campanario, reached by chairlift, offers one of the best views in Patagonia.

Lakes and mountains

The Circuito Chico is a scenic drive around lakes and forests. In winter, Cerro Catedral is South America's largest ski resort.

Top sights in Bariloche

  1. 1

    Centro Cívico

    Stone buildings by the lake.

  2. 2

    Cerro Campanario

    A chairlift to panoramic views.

  3. 3

    Circuito Chico

    A scenic lake drive.

  4. 4

    Cerro Catedral

    A big ski resort.

  5. 5

    Nahuel Huapi National Park

    Lakes and forests.

Food markets & where to eat in Bariloche

  1. Mitre Street

    Chocolate shops and cafés.

  2. Craft breweries

    Patagonian beer.

  3. Lakeside restaurants

    Trout and lamb.

Food to try in Bariloche

  1. Chocolate

    Bariloche's famous specialty.

  2. Patagonian lamb

    Slow-roasted over fire.

  3. Trout

    From the lakes.

Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.

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