Corrientes is the capital city of the province of same name, in Argentina.
Corrientes business hours are 9am-midday & 5-8:30pm (winter) or 6-10pm (summer). During the siesta break, the streets are empty and virtually all the business are closed.
Most banks only open in the morning, usually from 7am to 11:30am.
- Plaza 25 de Mayo. The city's main square. Close to the Paraná river and to the Port of Corrientes, it's in front of the town house.
Plaza 25 de Mayo. The city's main square. Close to the Paraná river and to the Port of Corrientes, it's in front of the town house.
The Chamamé National Festival, celebrating a style of music and dance popular in Southern South America, takes place every January in the Anfiteatro Cocomarola.
- Cultural Fridays at Casa Iberá, Carlos Pellegrini 501. While the free guided tours of Casa Iberá (Mon-Sat 7h-13h & 17h-21h) are best suited for school groups, the Cultural Fridays are a great way to witness (and sometimes taste) at bit of the region's culture. Follow their Facebook page for the latest schedule. Admittance is free, the free tickets are handed away on the days preceding the event, but if you're a far-flung visitor, they might be willing to accommodate you.
Cultural Fridays at Casa Iberá, Carlos Pellegrini 501. While the free guided tours of Casa Iberá (Mon-Sat 7h-13h & 17h-21h) are best suited for school groups, the Cultural Fridays are a great way to witness (and sometimes taste) at bit of the region's culture. Follow their Facebook page for the latest schedule. Admittance is free, the free tickets are handed away on the days preceding the event, but if you're a far-flung visitor, they might be willing to accommodate you.
- Chipá mboká stall, Costanera y Dom Bosco. A regionally delicacy, this type of chipá (manioc cheese bread) is roasted in a way that gives it a tube form. The vendor will take it out of the fire only when you buy it, so they are always served hot. Great on cold days. 25 pesos.
- La Reina, Mendoza 847 and 7 other locations. Everyday 06:30-12:30 & 16:30-20:30. A local's favorite, this bakery offers many sorts of chipa (manioc cheese bread) and facturas (Argentine pastries)
Chipá mboká stall, Costanera y Dom Bosco. A regionally delicacy, this type of chipá (manioc cheese bread) is roasted in a way that gives it a tube form. The vendor will take it out of the fire only when you buy it, so they are always served hot. Great on cold days. 25 pesos.
La Reina, Mendoza 847 and 7 other locations. Everyday 06:30-12:30 & 16:30-20:30. A local's favorite, this bakery offers many sorts of chipa (manioc cheese bread) and facturas (Argentine pastries)