Plaza 9 de Julio
The central plaza of Salta's old town, surrounded by a cathedral, the town hall, and colonial-style arcades. It is the heart of city life.
Plaza 9 de Julio was the central square planned when Salta was founded in 1582. Shaded by green trees, it has an equestrian statue of General Martín Miguel de Güemes, a hero of the War of Independence. Around it stand the pink cathedral, the former town hall with its white arcades (the Cabildo), and the High Mountain Archaeology Museum. Under the arcades are many cafés and restaurants. In the evening, the lights come on and street performers take to the square, making it the best place to try empanadas and soak up the atmosphere of the 'Beautiful City.' Most of the old town's sights are within walking distance.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Museum of High Altitude Archaeology (MAAM)
- Cabildo of Salta
- Salta Cathedral
- Church of San Francisco, Salta
- Convent of San Bernardo
- Calle Balcarce Peñas
- Pajcha Museum of American Ethnic Art
- Monument to General Güemes