Buenos Aires Province is Argentina's most populous and economically significant province, stretching from the Rio de la Plata estuary to the Atlantic Ocean and the Pampas grasslands. Home to the provincial capital La Plata, the glamorous beach resort of Mar del Plata, the rolling Tandil hills, and the Sierra de la Ventana mountains, the province offers an extraordinary diversity of landscapes and experiences.
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Urban Buses
All major cities have urban bus networks (colectivos). Mar del Plata and La Plata have extensive networks covering the city and nearby beaches. Fares are typically $0.50-1.
- Payment
- SUBE card (rechargeable transit card) used across Argentina's urban bus systems
Taxis
Taxis are widely available in Mar del Plata, La Plata, and Bahia Blanca. Always use licensed taxis with meters.
- Apps
- Cabify
- inDriver (available in some cities)
- Cost
- $1.50-2 per km
Car Rental
Highly recommended for exploring the Pampas, Sierra de la Ventana, and coastal areas beyond the main resorts. Available at Mar del Plata and Bahia Blanca airports and in La Plata.
- Companies
- Hertz
- Avis
- Localiza
- Movil Rent
- Cost
- $40-80/day
- Advice
- Book in advance for January; a 4WD is recommended for some Pampas tracks
Cycling
Cariló and Pinamar are excellent for cycling through pine forest paths. Mar del Plata has a coastal bike path. Bike rentals available in most beach resorts.
- Cost
- $5-10/hour or $15-25/day
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Buy multi-day or weekly transit passes if you'll use public transport more than twice a day.
Keep small change handy for buses and shorter trips where contactless may not work.
Avoid rush hour (typically 7-9 AM and 5-7 PM) for a more comfortable journey.