April, May, September, or October
These months tend to bring dry and not overwhelmingly hot weather, along with fewer crowds.

Spanish is the official language of Argentina. However, even if you speak Spanish, the Argentine accent is unique and can be challenging to understand at first. When you’re in tourist hotspots such as Patagonia and Buenos Aires, you’ll likely find that a good amount of people speak English. However, when traveling in the northwestern region of the country, you’ll definitely need some Spanish to get around. Regardless of where you go, learning a few common phrases in Spanish is always helpful and much appreciated by the locals!

Yes, Argentina is very safe. We never felt unsafe or uncomfortable anywhere we went.

The official currency used in Argentina is the Argentine peso. Argentina’s economy has been grappling with currency issues for several years, during which a number of different exchange rates have come about. This can make it complicated for tourists to get the best rate for their money, so if you’re struggling with this, check out our post all about how to get the best exchange rate in Argentina.