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Argentina, Uruguay & Paraguay with Kids | Full Travel Guide & Real Experiences
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items A real-time look at traveling through Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay as a family. From long travel days and first impressions to cultural experiences, food, landscapes, and everyday moments along the way. This list blends practical travel insight w...
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Trip Kickoff & Travel Days
Cities & First Impressions
Paraguay | First Impressions & City Life
Buenos Aires | Neighborhoods, Food & Daily Life
Uruguay | First Impressions & Coastal Towns
Salta & Northern Argentina | Culture, Landscapes & Road Trips
Trip Kickoff & Travel Days
The beginning of the journey. Flights, arrivals, first impressions, and those early moments that set the tone for the rest of the trip.
Every big trip seems to start the same way. A mix of excitement, a bit of chaos, and that feeling that once you leave, everything just unfolds from there. This time, our first stop is Mexico City before heading further south into Argentina, Uruguay, ...
Starting Our South America Trip | First Stop Mexico City (CDMX)
Day one of travel and… absolutely nothing to report. Which honestly, is sometimes exactly what you need. Our flight somehow boarded early, which never happens, but we made it just in time so we’ll call that a win. From there it was a simple reset day...
CDMX Layover | A Slow Travel Day Before the Long Flight
Day two of travel and we decided to actually use our layover in Mexico City in the most us way possible. There are two things the kids consider completely non-negotiable here. First, stopping at El Califa for their beloved jugo de carne and tacos. Se... https://www.instagram.com/p/DMB64R1u4rG/?img_index=1
CDMX Travel Day: Parks, Tacos & 3AM Flight
Day three of travel and we found ourselves in Medellín with a nine hour layover and very little energy after a 3:00am flight out of Mexico City. The original plan was simple. Head into the city, meet up with our friend Juan, grab lunch, and make the ...
Medellín Layover | When a Travel Delay Turns Into an Air Show
Day three, part two, and we were finally on the last stretch into Argentina. We were definitely disappointed to miss seeing our friend Juan during our Medellín layover. The boys were so excited to practice their Spanish with him again, but it just gi...
Medellín to Buenos Aires | Overnight Flight & Arrival in Argentina
Day twenty-two and our final day in Montevideo felt like a reflection of the week itself. Quiet, a little subdued, and not trying too hard to impress. It rained most of the day, which made it easy to lean into a slower pace. We went out for brunch, w...
Montevideo Final Day | Rainy Goodbye & Honest Reflections
Day twenty-three was all about getting from one place to the next. We took a double-decker bus back to Colonia, hopped on the ferry, and made our way across to Buenos Aires. It’s a simple route on paper, but still a full day of moving, waiting, and k...
Uruguay to Buenos Aires | Ferry Day, Travel Reset & Comfort Food
Cities & First Impressions
Exploring major cities for the first time. Neighborhoods, food, culture, and those early impressions that shape how a place feels.
Day four of travel and we finally had a full day to explore Buenos Aires. We’re staying in Palermo, one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods, and it feels like the perfect place to land. Cafes, shops, tree-lined streets, and a steady energy that ... https://www.instagram.com/p/DMHL4L3OhHR/?img_index=1
Buenos Aires Argentina | First Day Exploring Palermo & City Culture
Day five in Buenos Aires ended up being less about exploring and more about figuring things out, which is honestly part of travel too. We started the day dropping off my laptop for repair, which thankfully was fixed quickly, but paying for it was a w...
Buenos Aires Travel Tips | Money, SIM Cards & Daily Life
Day ten and we found ourselves back in Buenos Aires, arriving just before sunrise after another overnight flight. Those early arrivals always feel a bit disorienting. You’re technically in a new day, but your body hasn’t caught up yet. Immigration wa...
Buenos Aires Return | Airport Morning, Hotel Reset & Classic Steakhouse
Paraguay | First Impressions & City Life
Exploring Paraguay for the first time. Daily life, culture, and honest impressions from one of South America’s least-visited countries.
Day six and we arrived in Asunción, Paraguay, our fourth country in five days, which still feels a little wild to say. Leaving behind the cold, rainy weather in Buenos Aires, we landed to a completely different pace. The flight was short and easy, an... https://www.instagram.com/p/DMMHA6NPAxb/?img_index=1
Asunción Paraguay | First Impressions of the Historic City Center
Day seven in Asunción and the jet lag finally caught up to us. We didn’t get out the door until noon, which meant we had a shorter window to explore, especially since the area we’re staying in is best experienced during the day. The historic center f...
Asunción Paraguay | A City of Contrasts Between Old & New
Day eight in Asunción and we set out with a simple goal… find something to do. We started by walking to Loma San Jerónimo, one of the more colorful parts of the city, known for its painted steps and murals. It had that quiet, almost still feeling you...
Asunción Paraguay | A Slow Day Exploring Loma San Jerónimo & the City
Our final day in Asunción ended up being the most eventful in the most unexpected way. After a week of quiet streets and the constant question of “is this open?”, the city finally showed a different side. We started with lunch at Bolsi, a long-standi...
Asunción Paraguay | Final Day, Local Food & a Surprise Street Fair
Buenos Aires | Neighborhoods, Food & Daily Life
Exploring Buenos Aires beyond the highlights. Neighborhoods, food, culture, and everyday moments that shape what the city actually feels like over multiple days.
Day eleven was all about staying local and letting the city unfold at its own pace. We spent most of the day wandering around our neighborhood near Congreso, which is full of beautiful architecture and that old-world feel Buenos Aires is known for. I... https://www.instagram.com/p/DMZNLaDukzk/?img_index=1
Buenos Aires Near Congreso | Cafés, History & a Slow City Day
La Boca was one of those places that immediately feels different the second you arrive. Color everywhere. Buildings, benches, balconies, it all feels bold and a little chaotic in the best way. Walking through Caminito feels less like sightseeing and ... https://www.instagram.com/p/DMbkbzWPcZV/?img_index=1
La Boca Buenos Aires | Caminito, Street Life & Local Flavor
Day thirteen and the weather made the plan for us. With temperatures hovering around 7°C, it turned into a full indoor day. We headed to Abasto Shopping, which is actually more interesting than it first appears. Before it was a mall, this building wa...
Abasto Shopping Buenos Aires | Indoor Day, History & Family Fun
Day fourteen started simple. Drop off laundry. That was the plan. Somehow that turned into walking across a huge stretch of Buenos Aires. We made our way to Barrio Chino, which felt packed and chaotic in a way that completely shifted the energy of th...
Barrio Chino to Recoleta | Walking Across Buenos Aires
Day fifteen had a bit of everything. Culture, food, and one very expensive walk among Argentina’s most notable residents… past and present. We started at El Ateneo Grand Splendid, a former theatre turned bookstore, and it really does live up to the h... https://www.instagram.com/p/DMjdsiaumLH/?img_index=1
Recoleta & El Ateneo | Bookstore Beauty & Cemetery Visit
Day sixteen and Buenos Aires continues to unfold in layers. Staying longer in one place has changed the pace of this trip completely. Some days are full, others are slower, and both feel equally valuable. Today we headed to San Telmo, choosing Saturd...
San Telmo Buenos Aires | Markets, Street Life & Winter Wandering
Our last day in Buenos Aires ended up matching the mood of the weather. Cold, slow, and very much centered around staying warm. We gave ourselves permission to lean into that and only ventured out for Café Tortoni, which felt like exactly the right c...
Café Tortoni Buenos Aires | A Cozy Final Day in the Cold
Day twenty-nine and we were back in Buenos Aires for the final stretch of the trip. After an early flight and a long wait to check into our rental, we decided to walk. Not a short walk either. A full couple of hours across the city, which somehow the...
Buenos Aires Return | Long Walk, Real Moments & Apartment Reset
Day thirty and we’ve fully shifted into that end-of-trip rhythm. Slower mornings, less structure, and just letting the day unfold. We didn’t head out until the afternoon, wandering toward San Telmo since it’s an easy walk from where we’re staying. Th...
San Telmo Buenos Aires | Game Day Energy & Local Street Life
Day thirty-one and Buenos Aires once again proved that this city genuinely lives outdoors. We had a slow start, which honestly feels inevitable here once you adjust to the late dinners and even later evenings. By the time we finally made it out, the ...
Buenos Aires Street Life | Costanera Sur, Puerto Madero & City Energy
Day thirty-two and we finally got to experience La Boca the way we wanted to the first time around, in warm weather with no rush to leave. We started the day with one more stop at Café Martínez, which officially became our favorite coffee spot in Bue...
La Boca in the Sunshine | Soccer, Coffee & Local Connection
Uruguay | First Impressions & Coastal Towns
Arriving in Uruguay and exploring its quieter coastal towns. First impressions, slower pace, and the small details that make this country feel different.
Day eighteen and we officially added a new country. Uruguay. We took the ferry across the Río de la Plata from Buenos Aires and landed in Colonia del Sacramento, which immediately felt like a shift. Slower, quieter, and a lot less chaotic. The kind o...
Colonia del Sacramento Uruguay | First Impressions & Ferry from Buenos Aires
Our first full day in Colonia del Sacramento felt exactly like the town itself. Slow, a little unpredictable, and full of quiet charm. We spent most of the day wandering. Cobblestone streets, faded pastel buildings, small plazas, and cafés that seeme... https://www.getyourguide.com/en-gb/colonia-del-sacramento-l1111/colonia-del-sacramento-historical-walking-tour-t565149/
Colonia del Sacramento | Slow Day, History & Waterfront Wandering
Day twenty and we made our way to Montevideo, Uruguay’s capital, after a surprisingly scenic bus ride through rolling farmland dotted with animals and small ranches. Once we arrived, we decided to walk to our hotel instead of grabbing a ride, which e... https://www.instagram.com/p/DMwQQyLOcPx/?img_index=1
Montevideo Uruguay | Arrival, First Impressions & Coastal City Vibe
Day twenty-one in Montevideo and we leaned into another slow, wandering kind of day. We started along the rambla, which is easily one of the best parts of the city. Wide open, right along the water, and perfect for letting the kids just do their thin...
Montevideo Rambla | Beach Wandering, Fishing Attempts & Real Travel Days
Salta & Northern Argentina | Culture, Landscapes & Road Trips
Exploring Salta and the surrounding Andean region. Colonial cities, local culture, unique food, and the start of some incredible road trip landscapes.
Day twenty-four and Salta was one of those places that felt right immediately. Flying in, you start to see the mountains breaking through the clouds, and it sets the tone before you even land. This part of Argentina feels completely different. Warmer... https://www.instagram.com/p/DM6rp-GOM_M/?img_index=1
Salta Argentina | First Impressions, Plaza Life & Llama Empanadas
Day twenty-five and we started to explore a bit beyond the center of Salta. First stop was Quebrada de San Lorenzo, a quieter, greener area just outside the city. It felt like a reset. The kids were straight into creek exploring mode, looking for cri...
Salta Argentina | Cable Cars, Mountain Views & Slow Exploring
Day twenty-six and this is where northern Argentina really started to feel unreal. The drive alone was worth it. Winding roads, open skies, and landscapes that kept shifting with every turn. It felt like moving through completely different environmen... https://www.instagram.com/p/DM_1Zn9O3ka/?img_index=1
Purmamarca Argentina | Cerro de los Siete Colores & Mountain Town Stay
Day twenty-seven and this was easily one of the most surreal landscapes we’ve seen so far. We left Purmamarca early and drove out to Salinas Grandes, climbing higher into the Andes until everything opened up into this endless white expanse. Bright sk...
Salinas Grandes Argentina | Salt Flats & High-Altitude Landscape
Day twenty-seven, part two, and somehow the day kept getting better. The drive from the salt flats to Tilcara was one of those stretches you don’t want to end. Winding roads, wide open landscapes, and that mix of desert and mountain scenery that feel...
Tilcara Argentina | Pucará Ruins, Andean Culture & Mountain Views
Day twenty-eight and we wrapped up our time in northern Argentina with one last drive… and it ended up being one of the most memorable. Instead of taking the faster route back to Salta, we chose Ruta 9, which winds its way through lush, green hills a...
Ruta 9 Argentina | Scenic Drive from Tilcara to Salta