Hostels in Córdoba and Capilla del Monte: where to stay, how to get there and what to do
Córdoba is Argentina's second city and one of its most student-filled: a colonial centre with the Jesuit Block, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, nightlife in Güemes and Nueva Córdoba, cuarteto music and fernet. For backpackers it works as a hub: the bus station connects with almost the whole country and the hills (sierras) are one to three hours away by bus. The most mystical spot is Capilla del Monte, at the foot of Cerro Uritorco, with hiking trails, UFO legends and a laid-back feel.
🛏️Dorm bedfrom ≈ US$ 10 a night
✈️AirportCOR (Pajas Blancas), 13.8 km from the centre
🚌Bus stationBv. Perón 380 (T1) and 660 (T2)
🎫City busSUBE or contactless card · fare ≈ US$ 1.40
⛰️Capilla del Monte101 km · ≈ 2 h 40 by bus
🌦️Climatehot, stormy summers; dry winters, cold at night
💵Cashseveral hostels take cash only
Cerro Uritorco, Capilla del Monte
Santa Catalina Jesuit Estancia
La Cumbrecita
How to get to Córdoba and Capilla del Monte
✈️ Ingeniero Aeronáutico Ambrosio L. V. Taravella International Airport (Pajas Blancas) COR
13.8 km from Plaza San Martín · 17.9 km from the bus station · ≈ 80 km from Capilla del Monte
Getting to the centre and the hostels
Aerobus to the bus station (main stop at T2): runs every ≈ 30 min and takes 40-50 min. The Red Bus card no longer exists: ask about the fare and how to pay when you arrive.
Taxi or remís: ≈ 18-25 min to the centre (13.8 km).
To Capilla del Monte: first to Córdoba bus station and then by bus (≈ 2 h 40).
Direct flights
Aerolíneas Argentinas from Buenos Aires (Aeroparque and Ezeiza), Bariloche, El Calafate, Mendoza, Puerto Iguazú, Salta, Tucumán, Ushuaia and other cities; JetSMART from Aeroparque, Salta, Bariloche and Rio de Janeiro. International: LATAM (Santiago de Chile, Lima, São Paulo), Gol, Copa (Panama), Air Europa (Madrid) and Avianca (Bogotá), among others.
🚌 Córdoba Bus Station (Terminal de Ómnibus)
📍 Bv. Perón 380 (T1) and Bv. Perón 660 (T2, Terminal del Bicentenario)
🛏️ ≈ 0.75 to 2.6 km from the Córdoba hostels (as the crow flies)
There are two buildings on the southeast edge of the centre: you can get a SUBE card at both, and the Aerobus to the airport leaves from T2. In Capilla del Monte the bus station (Rivadavia 540) is right in the centre, ≈ 0.5-0.9 km from the hostels.
Sierras de Calamuchita, Buses Lep, Sierras Sur, Pájaro Blanco
Buenos Aires (Retiro)
697
≈ 9 h 35 (8 h 40 to 10 h)
≈ 123 a day
General Urquiza, Flecha Bus, Chevallier, Crucero del Sur and others
Mendoza
687
≈ 10 h 50
≈ 35 a day
Autotransportes San Juan, 20 de Junio, Chevallier, Andesmar and others
Salta
866
≈ 13 h 10
≈ 40 a day
20 de Junio, Andesmar, El Práctico, La Veloz del Norte, Balut, Fono Bus
Puerto Iguazú
1,430
≈ 22 h 15
≈ 4 a day
20 de Junio
For Bariloche (1,534 km, about 25 h by bus) flying is the better option: there are direct flights with Aerolíneas Argentinas and JetSMART.
Map of Córdoba and Capilla del Monte: bus station, hostels and sights
The hostels in this guide, the bus station, the airport and the things to see, all on one map. Tap a point to see its name.
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HostelsBus stationAirportSights
Distances from the centre
Place
Distance
Time
How
Jesuit Block (Manzana Jesuítica)
≈ 0.2 km from Plaza San Martín
≈ 1 h 30 tour
on foot
COR Airport
13.8 km
≈ 18-25 min
taxi or remís; Aerobus from the bus station (40-50 min)
Villa Carlos Paz
36 km
≈ 1 h 10
bus from the bus station
Alta Gracia
38 km
≈ 1 h 10
bus from the bus station
Capilla del Monte
101 km
≈ 2 h 40 by bus · 1 h 32 by car
bus from the bus station
La Cumbrecita
111 km
≈ 2 h by car
bus to Villa General Belgrano and taxi (≈ 35 km)
Base of Cerro Uritorco
≈ 3 km from central Capilla
≈ 4 h up, ≈ 3 h down
on foot or by remís
Los Terrones
16 km from Capilla
long 2 h 30 circuit
park shuttle (reservation needed) or car
Getting around Córdoba and Capilla del Monte
In Córdoba city you pay for the bus with SUBE (the same card as in Buenos Aires) or by tapping a contactless Visa or Mastercard debit or credit card, or an NFC phone. The old Red Bus card stopped working on 31/12/2025.
A city fare costs ≈ US$ 1.40. You can get a SUBE card at the Palacio 6 de Julio and at stands in T1 and T2 of the bus station.
To check routes, the city council recommends the «TU BONDI» app.
The centre, Güemes and Nueva Córdoba are right next to each other: from Plaza San Martín, Paseo del Buen Pastor is ≈ 1 km away and Paseo de las Artes ≈ 1.2 km. The city publishes 10 free Biciturismo cycling routes with maps on Wikiloc.
At night, the city council recommends sticking to main, well-lit streets and not taking your phone out unnecessarily; in a taxi or remís, check that the meter starts with the trip. Emergencies: Police 911, medical emergency 107.
Capilla del Monte is walkable and there are remises to get to the base of the Uritorco or the outskirts.
Uber, Cabify, DiDi and taxis in Córdoba and Capilla del Monte
In the city of Córdoba, Uber, Cabify and DiDi work, regulated by the Municipality since November 2025. Uber reports an average of ≈ US$ 7 between the centre and the airport. In Capilla del Monte there are no confirmed apps: remís or taxi.
Uber Available
The most widely used in the country: Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Mendoza, Salta and Bariloche. It takes card, cash and Mercado Pago, and the same account you use at home works here.
Strong in Buenos Aires; also in Córdoba, Mendoza and Bariloche. Cash only in Buenos Aires, Rosario, Mendoza and Córdoba; to create an account it asks for a phone number and email address.
Status of each app according to their official sites and the local press; it may change. The buttons open the official stores (Google Play for Android, App Store for iPhone).
The 3 best areas to stay in Córdoba and Capilla del Monte
1Historic centre (Córdoba) For arriving by bus and walking the old town
🚌 ≈ 0.9 to 2.6 km from the bus station
The area with the most cheap beds and the most practical if you arrive by bus: 531 and Alvear are less than 1 km from the bus station and steps from Plaza San Martín, and you can explore the Jesuit Block on foot. Aldea is next to La Cañada and Faz, further north, in Alta Córdoba. Cons: street noise in front-facing rooms, lively weekends and a shopping district that empties out at night.
2Nueva Córdoba and Güemes (Córdoba) For going out at night
🚌 ≈ 0.75 to 1.7 km from the bus station
Nueva Córdoba is the UNC university students' neighbourhood, with tall buildings, Paseo del Buen Pastor and Parque Sarmiento. Güemes adds more than 100 bars across eight blocks and the Paseo de las Artes market at weekends. Lacandona is the hostel closest to the bus station. Cons: weekend noise, nightclubs nearby and less peace for sleeping than in the centre.
3Central Capilla del Monte For the Uritorco and the hills
🚌 ≈ 0.5 to 0.9 km from Capilla bus station
For hills, trekking and some calm after the city. Falucho and Hunab Ku are 0.5 and 0.9 km from the bus station, near the Calle Techada (covered street), and the base of the Uritorco and Paso del Indio are about 3 km away. Cons: there are few hostels, several take cash only, nights outside summer are cold and there's little nightlife. For Los Terrones you need transport.
The 8 recommended hostels in Córdoba and Capilla del Monte
Eight hostels with good ratings and plenty of reviews: six in Córdoba city (centre, Alta Córdoba, Güemes and Nueva Córdoba) and two in central Capilla del Monte. Distances to the bus station are as the crow flies: on foot, the route is a bit longer.
Faz Hostel Boutique
9.4 · 710 reviews
Av. General Paz 1539 · Alta Córdoba, ≈ 2 km north of the centre
🚌 ≈ 2.6 km from the bus stationMixed dormsPrivate roomsKitchenBar24-h reception
Shared dorm
Patio
Exterior
The highest score in Córdoba city, with more than 700 reviews. It has 6- and 8-bed mixed dorms, private rooms and apartments, a shared kitchen, bar, garden, a terrace with a grill and hot tub, and breakfast is available. It's in Alta Córdoba, a quiet neighbourhood: to reach the historic centre you'll need a taxi or a 25-30 minute walk.
Spotless cleanliness (9.7)
Very attentive, warm staff
Far from the historic centre
Surcharge for paying by card
How much a night costs, month by month
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A bed costs around US$ 16 a night. The private room, from US$ 44 to US$ 95. Months marked «·» have no rate loaded yet: the hostel opens its calendar in stages, it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
The practicality and everything very clean and accessible… All the areas. I'll be back.
Miramontes · Uruguay · Sep 2026
10Excellent weekend stay
Excellent weekend stay. The place is super comfortable, the facilities are spotless and so is the cleaning. The whole team's service was super warm and helpful at all times. Very good location and a calm atmosphere. Nothing to criticise, I'd definitely choose it again.
Guillermo · Argentina · Sep 2026
10A top-level place and experience
The look and cleanliness of the place are its strongest point, although the whole service is at the same level.
Ignacio · Argentina · Sep 2026
10The service from all the staff
The service from all the staff. Everyone super lovely and super friendly, my favourite Josema.
Martin · Peru · Jul 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 710.
Aldea Hostel & Café
9.0 · 868 reviews
Santa Rosa 447 · 150 m from La Cañada
🚌 ≈ 1.8 km from the bus stationMixed dormsFemale dormPrivate roomsKitchenLockers
Shared dorm
Patio
Terrace
A classic hostel ≈ 0.8 km from Plaza San Martín, with a courtyard bar, its own café, a terrace with a grill, an equipped kitchen and bilingual 24-h reception. Dorm beds have a curtain, plug socket and light, and there are dorms with private bathroom, one of them female. According to one guest, breakfast isn't included in the price.
Beds with curtain, socket and light
Spotless bathrooms and warm staff
Some rooms need maintenance
Check-in only from 13:00
How much a night costs, month by month
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A bed costs from US$ 13 to US$ 18 a night, depending on the month. The private room, from US$ 51 to US$ 78.
Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
The beds with curtains, the power socket and reading lamp on each bed. The private bathroom. The common areas are spacious. Hot showers.
Patricia · Argentina · Sep 2026
10A 10
Great location, but the care from the people there was what made my stay really lovely. Thanks, guys!
Allan · Guatemala · Sep 2026
10The clean bathrooms
The cleanliness of the bathrooms, spotless; honestly really remarkable, since that's usually the weakest aspect of hostels. Clean, modern furniture. The fact that the terrace is only open until midnight means you can rest peacefully. The value for money is excellent.
Gonzalo · Argentina · Aug 2026
9Pleasant, quiet stay
The hostel has a good location: it's easy to get to the landmarks. The kitchen is very large, well equipped and clean. The 4-bed dorm is comfortable. The bed too.
Anamaría · Colombia · Jul 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 868.
Hostel Alvear
8.5 · 1,071 reviews
General Alvear 158 · 300 m from Plaza San Martín
🚌 ≈ 0.95 km from the bus stationMixed dormsPrivate roomsKitchenTerrace with grill24-h reception
Shared dorm
Common room
Terrace
300 m from Plaza San Martín and 400 m from the Cathedral, it's the most-reviewed of the well-rated central hostels, with more than 1,000 reviews. 4- and 6-bed mixed dorms with a light and charger at each bed, a kitchen, courtyard, games room and a terrace with a grill. Party vibe: if you're after silence, look elsewhere.
Location steps from the plaza
Beds with their own light and charger
Music and noise until late
Rather basic kitchen
How much a night costs, month by month
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A bed costs around US$ 10 a night. The private room costs around US$ 40. Months marked «·» have no rate loaded yet: the hostel opens its calendar in stages, it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
Comfortable rooms and beds equipped with lights and chargers.
Juan · Germany · Sep 2026
10Excellent
Everything excellent, the hostel is beautiful just like on IG; you feel like family with how well they treat the guests. Highly recommended.
Mercedes · Argentina · Sep 2026
8Thank you
Kind people, a beautiful terrace, excellent location, excellent cleanliness, great shower water. The room I got had no ventilation.
Valor · Argentina · Aug 2026
8A very good place to stay and explore Córdoba
Good location, the staff very friendly and attentive, they're always at reception, the spaces comfortable and roomy.
Lila · Argentina · Jul 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 1,071.
Güemes Hostel Cordoba
8.6 · 453 reviews
General Simón Bolívar 613 · Güemes neighbourhood
🚌 ≈ 1.7 km from the bus stationMixed dormFemale dormPrivate roomsPoolCash only
Shared dorm
Patio
Swimming pool
The only one on the list with an outdoor pool, plus a garden, terrace, pool table and shared kitchen. It has a 10-bed mixed dorm, bunks in a women-only dorm and lots of private rooms. Guests highlight the warmth of the hosts and volunteers and the quiet hours at night. Cash payment only.
Very warm hosts and volunteers
Pool and courtyard in Güemes
Small dorms and few bathrooms
Cash only
How much a night costs, month by month
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A bed costs around US$ 12 a night. The private room, from US$ 28 to US$ 35. Months marked «·» have no rate loaded yet: the hostel opens its calendar in stages, it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
The hostel people welcomed us very warmly, from the manager to the volunteers. They keep it clean all the time: even though it was full, everything was always very clean. At night there are quiet hours, so we were able to rest really well.
Mendivil · Argentina · Jul 2026
9Ready to help you with everything
Excellent staff, ready to help you with everything. I'd definitely come back.
Maria · Argentina · May 2026
9Nice, clean and cheap
The spacious room, several bathrooms and the service. Everything clean and tidy.
Yesica · Argentina · Apr 2026
10Calm, warm and artistic atmosphere
Honestly, I loved Hostel Güemes: it's round the corner from where I dance tango, and it's very close to everything, like Parque Sarmiento, where I trained. I also played chess with lots of foreigners and got to practise my English.
Magnaterra · Argentina · Mar 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 453.
531 Hostel
8.3 · 1,463 reviews
Buenos Aires 246 · 150 m from Plaza San Martín
🚌 ≈ 0.9 km from the bus stationMixed dormsFemale dormPrivate roomsKitchenLockers
Shared dorm
Shared kitchen
Terrace
The most-reviewed on the list and one of the closest to the bus station. It's 150 m from Plaza San Martín and 100 m from the Mercado Central. 6-bed mixed and female dorms, a kitchen, two courtyards, a terrace and bar, with coffee and tea in the morning. Reception from 8:00 to midnight.
Steps from the bus station and the centre
Comfortable mattresses and friendly staff
Street noise, central area
Worn plug sockets in the rooms
How much a night costs, month by month
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A bed costs around US$ 11 a night. The private room, from US$ 32 to US$ 84. Months marked «·» have no rate loaded yet: the hostel opens its calendar in stages, it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
Great that they offer coffee and tea in the mornings. The mattresses very comfortable. The location very good and the staff very friendly, all of them.
Lucia · Argentina · Oct 2026
9Really great
The location is perfect, close to everything: restaurants, cafés and so on. Something that makes it comfortable is that the hostel is always clean, the bathrooms always smell nice. The reception staff are pleasant and always willing to help. I arrived at midnight and there was no problem with check-in.
Liz · Argentina · Sep 2026
8The third time I've chosen it
It's close to the bus station and surrounded by the whole shopping district. It's a comfortable place. It's the third time I've chosen to stay here.
Marcos · Argentina · Jul 2026
10Excellent
Excellent service, perfect location, unbeatable value for money, very clean, spotless, individual lockers in each room, heating. New, comfortable mattresses and pillows.
Darian · Argentina · Jun 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 1,463.
Lacandona Hostel
8.5 · 199 reviews
Rondeau 249 · Nueva Córdoba, 300 m from the Buen Pastor
🚌 ≈ 0.75 km from the bus stationMixed dormsFemale dormPrivate roomsKitchenTowels included
Shared dorm
Common room
Patio
The closest to the bus station and 300 m from Paseo del Buen Pastor, right in Nueva Córdoba. It has 4- and 6-bed mixed dorms, a 4-bed female dorm and private quads, with bed linen and towels included, a kitchen and a terrace. It's a very busy area and at weekends there's a nightclub open next door.
The closest to the bus station
Attentive staff and good cleaning
Nightclub next door at weekends
Not enough bathrooms, say guests
How much a night costs, month by month
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A bed costs from US$ 13 to US$ 18 a night, depending on the month. The private room, from US$ 31 to US$ 40.
Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
I really liked the service from the girls, very attentive and warm. The bed super comfortable, the shower a pleasure, the common areas comfortable and the location a 10: you're close to everything. I'd definitely come back!
Luciana · Argentina · Aug 2026
8Very good! I'll be back!
Excellent location. Very close to the centre and the bus station. Ideal if you don't have a car. The friendliness of the reception staff. You feel very comfortable. It's simple but has everything you need. Good price.
Viviana · Argentina · Jun 2026
10I came back without hesitation
The girls who welcome you are lovely, they sort everything out and they're always there. The place is very, very well located: everything within walking distance of the centre, parks, bus station. It's not at all luxurious, but it's very well kept. In fact, I came back without hesitation.
Javiera · Chile · Mar 2026
10Perfect for a few nights right in Córdoba city
The location is excellent. The staff super attentive and the place very clean and quiet. The kitchen is well equipped, and the rooms comfortable.
Barbara · New Zealand · Mar 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 199.
Falucho Hostel
9.6 · 280 reviews
Falucho 47 · 300 m from the Calle Techada
🚌 ≈ 0.5 km from Capilla bus stationMixed dormsFemale dormKitchenBarCash payment
Shared dorm
Common room
Swimming pool
The best score in the guide (9.6) and 100 % hostel: bunks only, in mixed dorms and a women-only dorm. It has a comfortable kitchen, bar, garden, a lounge with TV and a view of the hill from the balcony. Check-in is from 13:00 to 22:00 and the door is locked from 1:00 to 7:00. Payment is in cash.
Clean, with lots of bathrooms and showers
View of the hill from the balcony
Door locked from 1:00 to 7:00
Cold quincho in winter
How much a night costs, month by month
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A bed costs from US$ 12 to US$ 16 a night, depending on the month. Months marked «·» have no rate loaded yet: the hostel opens its calendar in stages, it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
Super friendly staff, well located, clean, with a super comfortable kitchen and a lounge with a smart TV to watch films. I'll be back!
Lorena · Argentina · Sep 2026
10A very good experience
I liked everything! The people have really good vibes, both the guests and the people running the hostel. Nothing was missing. I'd come back again.
Lautaro · Argentina · Aug 2026
8Very clean, with lots of bathrooms
The hostel is very clean, with lots of bathrooms and showers. The beds are comfortable and the vibe is very pleasant.
Adélie · Argentina · Jul 2026
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 280.
Hunab Ku Hostel
9.5 · 59 reviews
Frías 87 · Villa Cielo, ≈ 1 km from the centre
🚌 ≈ 0.9 km from Capilla bus stationMixed dormPrivate roomsKitchenGardenCash only
Shared dorm
Dining room
Terrace
A family-home feel, with owners and volunteers whom guests mention by name. It has a mixed dorm, a double room and a one-bedroom apartment, a shared kitchen, garden, terrace, tourist information and breakfast with vegetarian and vegan options. Cash payment only, and it still has few reviews (59).
Family atmosphere, «like home»
Tasty, healthy breakfast
A bit far from the centre
One dorm without heating, says a review
How much a night costs, month by month
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A bed costs around US$ 15 a night. The private room costs around US$ 37. Months marked «·» have no rate loaded yet: the hostel opens its calendar in stages, it doesn't mean it's closed.
Public price per night, before taxes and fees (these are shown at checkout and depend on your country of residence and payment method), for the free-cancellation rate when there is one; quotes are for 2 consecutive nights. Rates change with the date. Updated 05/10/2026.
I was charmed by the hospitality and kindness of the owners and volunteers. Very tasty breakfast, always attentive if I needed anything. I'll be back!
Escasena · Argentina · Mar 2026
10Wonderful place
Everything excellent! From minute 1 they welcome you as if they knew you. A super magical place with lots of good energy. I'll definitely stay there again. I felt like I was never away from home.
Alejandro · Argentina · May 2026
10Recommended place
The cleanliness, the location and the very attentive staff.
Teresita · Argentina · Jan 2026
10Waking up full of energy at the foot of the Uritorco
The homely warmth, the energy and vitality of everyone there. The location, tucked away but close to everything… Very peaceful and right next to the Uritorco.
Doenitz · Chile · Dec 2025
Real reviews from verified guests, translated from the original language. A selection of 4 out of 59.
Backpacker tips for Córdoba and Capilla del Monte
1Bring cash
Güemes Hostel and Hunab Ku take cash only, and some reviews report surcharges for paying by card. Confirm the final price before paying.
2SUBE, not Red Bus
You pay for the bus with SUBE or a contactless card; the Red Bus card was discontinued on 31/12/2025. You can get a SUBE at T1 or T2 of the bus station.
3Uritorco: start early
Entry is from 7:00 to 11:00 and you must start heading down at 14:30. Bring 2 litres of water and hiking shoes.
4Lace-up trainers at Los Terrones
They're mandatory for the long guided 2 h 30 circuit, whose last departure is at 15:30. The park has its own shuttle from Capilla at 9:30 and 14:30, with advance reservation.
5Use the free tourist offices
At the Cabildo (Independencia 30), every day from 8:00 to 20:00, and in Güemes (Bv. San Juan 225), from 10:00 to 18:00. They also answer on WhatsApp from 8:00 to 20:00.
6In summer, hike early
From November to March Córdoba gets 116-146 mm of rain a month, with afternoon storms: head out walking first thing.
7Earplugs
Several reviews mention noise in the central hostels, especially at weekends.
8Reserve Capilla in advance
There are few hostels in Capilla del Monte: in high season it's best to reserve ahead. Outside summer, ask about heating before you reserve.
Things to do in Córdoba and Capilla del Monte (and how to get there on your own)
Jesuit Block (Manzana Jesuítica)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000: it includes the Church of the Society of Jesus (consecrated in 1671, the oldest in use in the country), the UNC Historical Museum and the Colegio Monserrat. The walking tour takes ≈ 1 h 30.
Distance
≈ 0.2 km from Plaza San Martín
How to get there
On foot, on your own
Güemes and the Paseo de las Artes
A crafts market every weekend since 1981, with second-hand books, antiques and plants on Pasaje Revol. At night, more than 100 bars across eight blocks.
Distance
≈ 1.2 km from the centre
How to get there
On foot
Nueva Córdoba and Parque Sarmiento
The UNC student neighbourhood, with Paseo del Buen Pastor, Parque Sarmiento, the Evita Museum–Palacio Ferreyra and lots of bars.
Distance
≈ 1 km from the centre
How to get there
On foot
Cuarteto and fernet
Cuarteto music was born in Córdoba in 1943 and Sala del Rey is ideal for learning to dance it; you'll also hear it at Plaza de la Música and Estadio del Centro. Fernet with cola was born in Córdoba.
How to get there
On your own, at night
Alta Gracia as a day trip
The Jesuit Estancia Museum and Viceroy Liniers' House is free from Tuesday to Sunday and the Che Guevara House Museum opens from 9:00 to 19:00.
Distance
38 km
How to get there
Bus from the bus station, ≈ 1 h 10 (from ≈ US$ 4)
Entry
Estancia: free
Quebrada del Condorito
A national park with a canyon almost 800 m deep and Andean condors. The entrance is at La Pampilla, on RP 34 (Camino de las Altas Cumbres).
Distance
≈ 85 km
How to get there
Tour or car
Entry
Free
Cerro Uritorco
The mountain (1,979 m) is private land and charges an entry fee; by day you can climb it on your own. It's 10-12 km return, medium-to-high difficulty: ≈ 4 h up and ≈ 3 h down.
Distance
≈ 3 km to the base from Capilla
How to get there
On foot or by remís from the centre
Entry
≈ US$ 23 in cash · ≈ US$ 26 by card
Los Terrones and Paso del Indio
Los Terrones is a private park of rock formations with a 15-min circuit and a guided 2 h 30 one; it opens every day from 9:00. Paso del Indio has passages between the rocks and climbing routes.
Distance
16 km (Terrones) · 3 km (Paso del Indio)
How to get there
Park shuttle or car
Tours you can book online
Almost everything can be done on your own: the city on foot and the hills by bus. For the Quebrada del Condorito or the more remote villages without a car, a tour sorts out the transport.
Weather and seasons in Córdoba and Capilla del Monte
January and February are high season in the hills: the villages fill up and Capilla has few hostels, so it's worth reserving ahead; it's also the rainiest time. March-April and September-November bring good walking weather, and from May to August it's dry, with mild days and cold nights, ideal for the city.
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Average temperatures and rainfall according to climatestotravel.com.
Plan the rest of your trip
Córdoba is a transport hub. COR airport has direct flights with Aerolíneas Argentinas and JetSMART from Buenos Aires, Bariloche and Salta, and with Aerolíneas also from Mendoza, Puerto Iguazú, El Calafate and Ushuaia, plus international flights to Santiago de Chile, Lima, São Paulo, Panama and Madrid. By bus, Buenos Aires is ≈ 9 h 35 away (from ≈ US$ 29), Mendoza ≈ 10 h 50 (from ≈ US$ 60), Salta ≈ 13 h (from ≈ US$ 37) and Puerto Iguazú ≈ 22 h (from ≈ US$ 72). There are ≈ 29 buses a day to Capilla del Monte (≈ 2 h 40, from ≈ US$ 13); by car it's 101 km and ≈ 1 h 30.
How do I get from Córdoba airport to my hostel cheaply?
The Aerobus links the airport with the bus station (T2) about every 30 minutes and takes 40-50 minutes. From the bus station, hostels in the centre and Nueva Córdoba are less than 2 km away. The Red Bus card that used to be needed no longer exists: ask about the fare and payment method when you arrive. By taxi or remís it's 18-25 minutes.
Which card do I need for the bus in Córdoba?
The SUBE, the same card as in Buenos Aires, which has worked in Córdoba since May 2025. You can also pay by tapping a contactless Visa or Mastercard debit or credit card, or an NFC phone. The Red Bus card went out of service on 31/12/2025. A city fare costs ≈ US$ 1.40 and you can get a SUBE at the bus station.
Is it better to stay in the centre, Nueva Córdoba or Güemes?
If you arrive by bus and are staying a few days, the centre puts everything within walking distance: the bus station less than 1 km away and the Jesuit Block round the corner. If you're here to go out, Nueva Córdoba and Güemes have the bars, and Güemes also has the weekend market. In all three areas reviews warn about weekend noise.
How do I get to Capilla del Monte and how long does it take?
About 29 buses a day run by Empresa Sarmiento and Diferencial Lumasa leave from Córdoba bus station. They take between 2 h 07 and 3 h 05 depending on the service and tickets cost from ≈ US$ 13. It's about 101 km by road. In Capilla, the bus station is right in the centre and the hostels are between 300 m and 1 km away.
Can I climb the Uritorco without a guide, and how much does it cost?
Yes: by day you can climb on your own by signing a waiver at the base, about 3 km from the centre. Entry is from 7:00 to 11:00 and you have to start heading down at 14:30. It's about 4 h up and 3 down. Entry costs ≈ US$ 23 in cash or ≈ US$ 26 by card. For sunrise or sunset at the top you need a guide.
When is the best time to visit Córdoba and the hills?
For hiking in the hills, April-May and September-October: less heat and little rain (24-72 mm a month in Córdoba). Winter is dry (6-8 mm a month) but with lows of 4-5 °C. In summer highs reach 29-30 °C and there's 116-146 mm of rain a month, with afternoon storms. In January and February the hills get crowded.
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