Vaqueros

Ciudad de Salta y destinos cercanos

Vaqueros awaits the visitor to enjoy different outdoor activities, where the landscape is dotted with summer houses and cabins to take advantage of the beautiful scenery of the village.

Rivers of Vaqueros
The rivers of Vaqueros are a must in the area. On weekends, many families from Salta seek the freshness of its waters, mainly in the summer.

Village of artisans
In Vaqueros there is one of the most popular places to buy handicrafts from Salta, of great diversity and quality. You can acquire textile, wood, silver, ceramic, leather and vegetable fiber handicrafts.

Provincial Historical Museum of Vaqueros
In this beautiful museum are exhibited pre-Columbian pieces, of the colony and the postcolonial period, others of daily use giving account of the customs of rural life. It also houses an old mill from the 18th century that was recently restored. The mill is a reminder of the economic boom of the area during the Spanish colonial period.

San Cayetano Church
The village church is the scene of the festivities in honor of the patron saint in August. The feast of the Immaculate Conception is also celebrated there.

Roberto Romero Square
At the side of National Route 9, you can visit the town square, where a variety of activities are held for the whole community, temporary and permanent exhibitions that allow you to appreciate the popular arts and crafts.

San Cayetano Patron Saint Festival
In August you can enjoy this traditional patronal feast where the forts of the town participate transmitting the experience and the gaucho feeling of the Salteño.Serenade to the Gaucho Hero
Since a few years ago, this folkloric festival has become one of the most popular events in the province. It summons important artists, as well as excellent regional gastronomy and artisan fairs during the event.

Horseback riding and visits to farms
In Vaqueros it is possible to tour the beautiful landscape of the village on horseback, visiting farms to learn about the rural work and daily life of the local people.
and daily life of the local inhabitants, rooted in the customs of the country man.

Quad biking in the surroundings
These circuits last from 2 to 4 hours, through hills and fast-flowing rivers, ideal to enjoy the adrenaline of this activity.

Trekking
It is one of the many activities in contact with nature, with different types of difficulty, from walks through the town, visits to farms and climbing the hills.

Mountaineering in Nevado de Castilla
This massif challenges even the most experienced mountaineers with its more than 5,500 meters of altitude. Reaching the summit you can get a view of the entire Lerma Valley and the different peaks that surround it, such as Paño and Chañi, Acay, San Miguel de la Poma and Cachi. Further away, the Quewar and the Azufre and mountains of the Cordillera. A magical and unforgettable view.

Campsites in Vaqueros
Outdoor life and activities are a daily occurrence in the town. The campsites next to the Vaqueros River offer services, swimming pools and various sports fields. A must-see only 15 minutes away from the capital city of Salta.

Regional gastronomy
In Vaqueros it is possible to taste the regional gastronomy with exquisite authentic dishes such as empanadas, tamales and humitas, as well as regional sweets made with local products.