Mar del Plata: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Mar del Plata is a city of the Atlantic Coast, in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. It is the seat of General Pueyrredón district. Mar del Plata is the second largest city in Buenos Aires Province.

Mar del Plata · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of places

Now in the cityMar del Plata+13°CFog · sunset 07:26 PMupdated 08:15 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map8

Exchange rate$1,544.65per 1 $ARS — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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New information about Hantavirus in Argentina (‘Health’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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Exercise normal precaution in Argentina. Argentina is generally a safe destination for travelers. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Travelers’ Health Notice for Andes virus (Hantavirus) in the region. The risk for most travelers is extremely low. Review the CDC’s Travelers’ Health Notice for more information on Andes virus .

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Stay longer on a programme

Work and Travel, internships, au pair and volunteering in Argentina: visa, invitation and on-site support are handled by CMO International Programmes.