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Argentina eSIM
8 data plans · from £11.50 · instant QR code by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
8 data plans · from £11.50 · instant QR code by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
5 GB
30 days
Maps, messaging and everyday travel
£15.70
£3.00/GB
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Connects automatically to the strongest signal across Movistar, Personal, TIM, WOM.
Setup
It takes about a minute. Tap the install link we email you, leave the line switched off, then switch it on when you land — and you're online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
Argentina: 25 plans, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 180 days. 17 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
15 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Movistar, Personal, Tigo, TIM.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
25 regional plans carry Argentina cover. The widest spans 20 countries — worth it if this is one stop of several rather than the whole trip.
Regional coverage starts at £5.80 for 1 GB over 1 day.
A Argentina travel eSIM is a digital SIM that downloads straight to your phone — no plastic card, no queuing at an airport counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (the QR code is in there too), and your phone adds a second line alongside your normal SIM. It stays dormant until your trip begins, then connects automatically to Movistar, Personal, TIM on 5G where available, LTE everywhere else. Your normal number carries on working for calls and texts while the eSIM handles the data.
Maps, messaging and taxi apps use very little data — roughly 300–500 MB a day. If you add photos, social media and the occasional video, expect to use closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip, a 5 GB plan is usually plenty; for two weeks, tethering, or heavy use, opt for 10 GB or more, or choose a top-up plan you can reload as you go. Argentina plans start at £11.50 across 8 sizes, with the per-GB price clearly shown so you can easily spot the best value.
Yes. A Argentina travel eSIM is a local data plan rather than international roaming — you pay the price you saw online, and there are no per-megabyte charges from your home network provider. Set the eSIM as your mobile data line, switch data roaming off on your normal SIM, and nothing unexpected turns up on your next bill. Full refund at any time before installation, so buying ahead costs you nothing.
Asado
Traditional Argentine barbecue featuring various cuts of beef, pork, and sausages slowly cooked over a wood or charcoal fire.
Parrillas (steakhouses) throughout Buenos Aires and the Pampas region.
Empanadas
Baked or fried pastry turnovers filled with meat, cheese, corn, or vegetables. Regional variations exist across the country.
Bakeries and specialized empanada shops nationwide; Salta is famous for its baked version.
Choripán
A popular street food sandwich consisting of a grilled chorizo sausage split down the middle and served on crusty bread, often topped with chimichurri.
Street food stalls, parks, and outside football stadiums.
Argentina connectivity guide
Argentina is where paying for your data before you travel, in your own currency, earns its keep. Peso prices have moved quickly for years, guidance goes stale fast, and the cheap SIM chips sold at every kiosco are reported to come without the registration that actually makes them work. This guide covers the networks, the local-SIM pitfalls, the distances, and how much data an Argentine trip needs.
Read the full Argentina guide →Milanesa
A thin slice of beef or chicken, breaded and fried. Often served 'a la napolitana' (topped with ham, cheese, and tomato sauce).
Bodegones (traditional neighborhood restaurants) across Argentina.
Locro
A hearty, thick stew made with corn, beans, potatoes, and various cuts of meat. Traditionally eaten on national holidays like May 25.
Traditional restaurants, especially in the Andean Northwest.
Provoleta
A thick disc of provolone cheese grilled until melted inside and crispy on the outside, usually seasoned with oregano.
Served as a starter at almost any parrilla before the main meat courses.
Alfajores
Two soft cookies sandwiched together with dulce de leche and often coated in chocolate or powdered sugar.
Kioskos, supermarkets, and specialized brands like Havanna or Cachafaz.
Dulce de Leche
A sweet, caramel-like spread made by slowly heating sweetened milk. Used in desserts, ice cream, and pastries.
Ice cream parlors (heladerías) and bakeries everywhere.
Matambre a la Pizza
A thin cut of flank steak topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, then grilled or baked like a pizza.
Traditional parrillas and bodegones.
Humita
A Native American dish of fresh corn dough mixed with cheese and onions, steamed inside corn husks.
Northern Argentina, particularly in Salta and Jujuy.
Iguazu FallsPuerto Iguazú
One of the most spectacular waterfall systems in the world, surrounded by tropical jungle. The Argentine side offers extensive walkways and the breathtaking Devil's Throat.
1-2 days · book ahead
Perito Moreno GlacierEl Calafate
A massive, actively advancing glacier in Los Glaciares National Park. Visitors can watch huge chunks of ice calve into the lake from viewing platforms.
1 day · book ahead
Teatro ColónBuenos Aires
Renowned as one of the best opera houses in the world for its acoustics and architecture. Offers guided tours and world-class performances.
2 hours · book ahead
Recoleta CemeteryBuenos Aires
A highly ornate cemetery featuring elaborate mausoleums, most famously the resting place of Eva Perón (Evita).
2-3 hours
La Boca and CaminitoBuenos Aires
A vibrant neighborhood known for its brightly painted zinc-shack houses, tango street performers, and the Boca Juniors stadium.
Half day
Tierra del Fuego National ParkUshuaia
Located at the 'End of the World', it offers stunning scenery of mountains, forests, and the Beagle Channel. Great for hiking and wildlife.
1 day
Aconcagua Provincial ParkMendoza
Home to Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Americas. Offers spectacular Andean scenery and trekking routes.
1 day · book ahead
Salinas GrandesSalta / Jujuy
A vast, blindingly white salt flat high in the Andes. Offers surreal photography opportunities and unique landscapes.
Half day · book ahead
Quebrada de HumahuacaJujuy
A dramatic, colorful mountain valley and UNESCO World Heritage site known for the Hill of Seven Colors (Cerro de los Siete Colores).
1-2 days
Ischigualasto Provincial Park (Valle de la Luna)San Juan
A unique park featuring strange rock formations, dinosaur fossils, and a barren, moon-like landscape.
1 day · book ahead
Subte (Subway)
The underground metro system in Buenos Aires. Requires a reloadable SUBE card.
budget
Colectivos (City Buses)
Extensive city bus networks available in most major cities. You must board with a SUBE card and tell the driver your destination.
budget
Long-Distance Buses (Micros)
Comfortable, multi-class buses connecting cities nationwide. 'Cama' (sleeper) and 'Semi-cama' classes are available for overnight journeys.
mid
Domestic Flights
Airlines like Aerolíneas Argentinas and Flybondi connect major hubs given the country's vast size.
high
Taxis
Metered taxis are widely available in cities (black and yellow in BA). It is common to hail them on the street.
mid
Ride-hailing
Uber, Cabify, DiDi
Widely used in Buenos Aires and some other major cities, offering safety features and fixed upfront pricing.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Most businesses, restaurants, and attractions are closed. Transport runs on a limited schedule. |
| Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice | March 24 | Public holiday with potential protests or marches in city centers; some businesses close. |
| Malvinas Day | April 2 | Banks and government offices closed; public transport operates on a holiday schedule. |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Almost everything is closed, including public transport and many restaurants. |
| May Revolution Day | May 25 | National holiday with patriotic events. Traditional foods like locro are served. Banks and many stores close. |
| Independence Day | July 9 | Major public holiday. Banks, offices, and schools are closed. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Most businesses and services are closed. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.