MAR DEL PLATA

150 AÑOS

   
 
Beaches
 

Golden sands, white foam, magnificent cliffs, parks, promenades and ancient rocks stretch over 47 kilometres (29 miles) along the Atlantic coastline.

Mar del Plata´s medium to fine sand grains are made of quartz (transparent), potassic feldspar, incidental minerals like nacre or heavier minerals like hematite, ilmetite and  zircon. The latter are darker, movable and concentrated over the shore in larger quantities during stormy days.

Wave  size, height and stregth are directly related to the beach gradient and winds.

In Mar del Plata visitors find beaches which satisfy every taste and the privileged trilogy of air, sun and sea challenge their senses to enjoy an unforgettable stay. 

PLAYAS DEL NORTE 

The T-shaped groynes reduce waves forming small bays.  

PLAYAS PERLA NORTE  

The T-shaped groynes continue from Avenida Constitución up to Avenida Independencia. Visitors find modern facilities like comfortable restrooms, as well as, restaurants, solariums, parking lot, sunshade and beach tent hire. Sand is thicker and turns golden. Good waves make these beaches attractive to surfers. 

PLAYAS LA PERLA 

It comprises several beaches, connected by boardwalks built in different levels. This complex includes facilities such as: bars, restaurants, telephone booths, restrooms and showers, shops, lifeguard protection,  sunshade and beach tent hire. They extend from Av. Independencia to Paseo Adolfo Dávila. They extend from Av. Independencia to Paseo Adolfo Dávila. They are extensive beaches with semi-coarse golden sand and important breakers. 

PLAYAS PUNTA IGLESIA,  BAHÍA PLAYA BRISTOL Y PASEO HERMITAGE 

Paseo Adolfo Dávila is a rocky zone ideal for recreational fishing. From Diagonal Alberdi to 'Torreón del Monje' along Bv. Marítimo Patricio Peralta Ramos, a wide bay provides an excellent view of the city.

The refilling of sand turned this area into a wide expanse of coarse

sand with a smooth gradient and quiet waters to enjoy bathing.

The 'Rambla' is the  ideal location to go  for a stroll or to have traditional appetizers, for example, sea food 'picadas'. 'Paseo Hermitage' offers a food court, shops and an outdoor stage where the most important shows take place during summer. 

 

The beach area south of 'Torreón del Monje' up to 'Cabo Corrientes' offers a wide bay with fine sand, no slope and smooth waves. The area is enhanced by all kinds of water sports such as: jet ski, kayaks, etc. 

PLAYA CHICA 

Mar del Plata is located on the foothills of the 'Tandilia' System. A rocky headland with adjacent terraces and a grassy area. A magnificent viewpoint of 'Playa Grande' and the harbour enhances the area. Represent yhe ideal place for sun lovers. 

PLAYA GRANDE  

After ‘Parque General San Martín’ Playa Grande Complex is located from Calle General Roca to the Northern pier. Exclusive resorts extend with a 1000 car capacity parking lot, restaurants, bars, shops and a swimming pool. Surf and bodyboarding are practiced in this area, attracting young sportsmen.  

PUNTA MOGOTES 

24 beach resorts located in a 4 km (2.5 miles) bay after Mar del Plata's harbour. They are interconnected to the Harbour Natural Reserve by lagoons.

Nature and tourist services combine to offer fine sand beaches, beach tent and sunshade hire, parking lots, restaurants, bars and excellent places to practise sports such as beach volleyball, football, squash, tennis and swimming. 

PUNTA CANTERA  FARO  

Between Punta Mogotes and the lighthouse, modern and traditional buildings comprise the area called Punta Cantera where resorts offer restaurants, solariums, beach tent and sunshade hire and fresh water swimming pools by the sea. One of the highlights in this area is the view of the city.   

PLAYAS  DEL SUR 

The beach area south of the Punta Mogotes lighthouse is surrounded by pine trees and sand dunes which a few miles ahead turn into impressive cliffs that reach 22 metres (72 feet) over sea level. These are beaches with fine sand ideal to go for a walk along the shore.

There are also swiming pools, restaurants, bars and clubs where people dance till dawn. 

PLAYAS DE CHAPADMALAL 

They are located 19 km (12 miles) from the lighthouse roundabout. These  wide beaches with cliffs are recognized by the 9 hotel complex. It is a beautiful grassy area with a lake and a small chapel.

For those who enjoy the sun in a singular way and require more privacy. There is a naturist beach located 25 kilometres (16 miles) from the city centre.