Santa Fe
Argentina · Santa Fe ProvinceAR
Capital city of Santa Fe Province, Argentina
Santa Fe de la Vera Cruz (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈsanta ˈfe ðe la ˈβeɾa ˈkɾus], lit. “Holy Faith of the True Cross”; usually called just Santa Fe, is the capital city of the province of Santa Fe, Argentina. It is situated in north-eastern Argentina, near the junction of the Paraná and Salado rivers. It lies 15 kilometres from the Hernandarias Subfluvial Tunnel that connects it to the city of Paraná. The city is also connected by canal with the port of Colastiné on the Paraná River. Santa Fe de la Vera Cruz has about 423,212 people per the 2018 census [INDEC]. The metropolitan area has a population of 653,073, making it the eighth largest in Argentina.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 408,572
- Coordinates
- -31.649, -60.709
- Timezone
- America/Argentina/Cordoba
- Elevation
- 21 m
Overview of Santa Fe
Set in Santa Fe Province, Argentina, Santa Fe is a large city. About 408,572 people are based here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Plan around culture, water sports and nature and you will not run out of ideas. Seasons here follow the southern hemisphere.
Things to do in Santa Fe
Culture in Santa Fe
(11)Our data lists Art Galleries, Bridges, Castles, Cathedrals and Cemeteries as culture options here. Counting everything, 11 activities fall under this heading. This reflects only what is documented for Santa Fe.
Water Sports in Santa Fe
(8)For water sports, expect Kiteboarding, Kitesurfing, Paddle, Paddleboarding and Rafting. The category holds 8 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Santa Fe.
Nature in Santa Fe
(7)Santa Fe's nature entries include Forest, Gardens, National Parks, Nature Reserves and Parks. It is a direct read of Santa Fe's activity profile. There are 7 tagged experiences in this group.
Adventure in Santa Fe
(4)Looking for adventure? Santa Fe has Abseiling, Climbing, Shooting Ranges and Treasure Hunts. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Santa Fe.
Nightlife in Santa Fe
(4)Our data lists Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Wine Bars as nightlife options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Santa Fe.
Family in Santa Fe
(3)Under family, Santa Fe is tagged with Aquariums, Playgrounds and Zoo. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Santa Fe.
Wellness in Santa Fe
(3)The wellness shortlist for Santa Fe: Farms, Therms and Wellness. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Santa Fe. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Shopping in Santa Fe
(2)Our data lists Food and Shopping as shopping options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Santa Fe.
Sports in Santa Fe
(2)On the sports side, Santa Fe offers Hunting and Skateboard. It is a direct read of Santa Fe's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
More to do in Santa Fe
(1)The other activities shortlist for Santa Fe: Fishing. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Santa Fe. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Santa Fe
Water-based activities peak in December to March, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. October to November and March to April keeps outdoor plans comfortable. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
Big-city infrastructure means Santa Fe is both easy to reach and easy to navigate. Set your clock to America/Argentina/Cordoba on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Santa Fe that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Santa Fe known for?
- Travellers associate Santa Fe with culture, water sports and nature. It sits in Santa Fe Province, Argentina and counts about 408,572 residents.
- What can you do in Santa Fe?
- Santa Fe is tagged with Art Galleries, Bridges, Castles, Cathedrals and Cemeteries, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Santa Fe?
- Water-based activities peak in December to March, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. October to November and March to April keeps outdoor plans comfortable. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Santa Fe located?
- Santa Fe belongs to Santa Fe Province, Argentina, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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