One-day itinerary · Cône Sud · Argentine
What to see in one day in Salta: 5 churches not to miss
Cathedral, chapels and shrines: here is the shortest walking itinerary to discover the religious heritage of Salta in a single day.
9.2 km on foot · about 5 h with visits
Stop 1
Salta Cathedral
Cathedral · Salta
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 2 · 0.3 km from the previous stop
Basílica y Convento de San Francisco (Salta)
Abbey · Salta
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 3 · 0.6 km from the previous stop
Iglesia de La Merced
Church · Salta
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 4 · 0.8 km from the previous stop
Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria de la Viña
Church · Salta
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 5 · 7.5 km from the previous stop
Salta Argentina Temple
Church
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guide
Tips for the day
- Start early: morning light is at its best on stained glass and facades.
- Check opening and mass times before leaving: many churches close between noon and 2 pm.
- Bring water, good shoes and clothing that covers the shoulders to enter shrines.
Itinerary generated automatically from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia data. Check access and opening times locally.