Extra long weekend of four days off National Sovereignty Day It reflects an increase in Argentine tourism but a decrease in average daily spending per tourist.
During the very long weekend, 1,694,000 tourists toured the country and spent $355,789 million, according to a survey by the Argentine Confederation of Medium Enterprises (CAME).
Represents the number of passengers 21% more than on the same holiday in 2024favored by the four-day format which expanded travel possibilities. However, the average daily spending per tourist was $91,317. A decrease of 3.7% in real terms until 2024 Reflects a more austere behavior.
XXL Weekend: More travelers than last year, but more restrained spending
The CAME survey revealed that the number of tourists increased by 21% compared to the same holiday in 2024. The combination of the favorable mild climate, the national agenda full of activities and the four-day format has boosted tourism activity in all regions of the country.
Visitors stayed an average of 2.3 nights at their destinations, a 15% increase over the previous year. This increase is directly explained by the additional day provided by the holiday in 2025 compared to the three days in 2024.
Tourists spent $355,789 million over the very long weekend, representing a real 34% increase compared to the $196,233 million spent in 2024.
The average daily spending per tourist was $91,317 More austere behavior than in 2024 with a real decline of 3.7%. Visitors maintained consumption in basic areas such as gastronomy, accommodation and transportation.
The ten most visited destinations by tourists
- Mar del Plata: The coastal city topped the occupancy rate in Buenos Aires province with more than 75% hotel occupancy, recording a flow of up to 2,500 cars per hour on Highway 2.
- Cordoba: The Cordoba Valleys shone with occupancy rates exceeding 85% at Villa Carlos Paz and 90% levels at Encinosa Sea.
- Puerto Iguazu: The missionary destination reached peak occupancy of 90%, driven by national and international tourism and coinciding with Black Friday in Paraguay.
- Mendoza: The province of Cuyo recorded a regional occupancy rate of 80%, and occupancy in the greater Mendoza region exceeded 85% thanks to the wine circuits, hot springs and outdoor activities.
- Entre Rios Hot Springs: The province’s thermal towns operated almost at full capacity, with 96% kowloon capacity in cabins and bungalows.
- Bariloche: The Patagonian destination closed with 85% hotel occupancy, cementing its position as the country’s major mountain hub.
- Jumping: The Northern Territory recorded high levels of occupancy, supported by National Wine Day celebrations.
- Tandil: Demand was so high on the mountain pass in Buenos Aires that accommodations were booked months in advance.
- Buenos AiresThe capital reached a historic record, with hotel occupancy rates reaching 94%, and receiving more than 120,000 visitors who spent $40.5 billion.
- CurrentsOccupancy in the province reached 85%, with the capital and Iberia Wetlands recording levels of 100% and 80% respectively.
Balance long weekends in 2025
So far in 2025, Seven long weekends packed 11,964,940 tourists across the country. These flights generated economic activity amounting to $2,722,208 million, equivalent to $1,944 million.
The impact of these extended holidays is significant not only because of the number of people who travel, but also because of the ripple effect they have on regional economies. Thousands of small and medium-sized companies linked to tourism activity benefited from the continuous flow of visitors during these periods.
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