Sight guide · Mendoza · Argentina
Visiting Cerro de la Gloria
A hill at the western end of Parque General San Martín crowned by the bronze Monument to the Army of the Andes, commemorating General San Martín's 1817 crossing of the Andes to free Chile and Peru.
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Quick answer
Cerro de la Gloria is a viewpoint in Quinta Sección and Arístides Villanueva, Mendoza. Allow 1 hour; it is free. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Viewpoint
- Area
- Quinta Sección and Arístides Villanueva
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- free, views, history and photo spot
- Best months
- April and September–October
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About Cerro de la Gloria
A hill at the western end of Parque General San Martín crowned by the bronze Monument to the Army of the Andes, commemorating General San Martín's 1817 crossing of the Andes to free Chile and Peru. The terrace gives a sweeping view over the city and the green belt of irrigated land.
Tip: Go late in the afternoon for the view; the walk up from the park lake is steep, so taking a taxi up and walking down is easier.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 1 hour.
- Cost: Free — no ticket needed for the main area.
- Book ahead: not needed; you can simply turn up.
- Where: Quinta Sección and Arístides Villanueva, leafy residential streets and the city's main bar strip near the park.
Best time to visit Cerro de la Gloria
Cerro de la Gloria is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- April: 22°C (72°F) highs, about 3 rainy days, busy crowds.
- September: 20°C (68°F) highs, about 2 rainy days, quiet crowds.
- October: 25°C (77°F) highs, about 3 rainy days, moderate crowds.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-April the sun sets at about 19:14 local time (calculated for Mendoza).
When to visit Mendoza has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Mendoza itinerary visits Cerro de la Gloria on day 3, together with Parque General San Martín and Museo de Ciencias Naturales Juan Cornelio Moyano.
- No. 5 of the 14 sights in our Mendoza things-to-do list.
- Day 3 of the 5-day plan.
- Listed in free things to do in Mendoza.
- A family favourite in Mendoza with kids.
Near Cerro de la Gloria
Also in Quinta Sección and Arístides Villanueva, so you can walk between them:
- Parque General San Martín — 2–3 hours, free
- Avenida Arístides Villanueva — an evening, low cost
- Museo de Ciencias Naturales Juan Cornelio Moyano — 1–1.5 hours, low cost
If you like Cerro de la Gloria
- Plaza España and the satellite plazas — Microcentro, 1 hour
Staying near Cerro de la Gloria
Stay in Quinta Sección and Arístides Villanueva ($$) to walk here: leafy residential streets and the city's main bar strip near the park. All areas to stay in Mendoza.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Cerro de la Gloria?
Plan 1 hour. With Parque General San Martín nearby, it fits a half-day in Quinta Sección and Arístides Villanueva.
+Is Cerro de la Gloria free?
Yes, it is free to visit.
+When is the best time to visit Cerro de la Gloria?
April and September–October for the most comfortable weather. Go late in the afternoon for the view; the walk up from the park lake is steep, so taking a taxi up and walking down is easier.
+Do I need to book Cerro de la Gloria in advance?
No: it is free to visit, so you can decide on the day.
+Is Cerro de la Gloria good for kids?
Yes, it is one of our family picks in Mendoza. Mendoza works well for families who like the outdoors: a huge park with a lake, Andes road trips, thermal pools and rafting for older children.