The city of Rosario in Santa Fe, is becoming a major destination of summer 2012. An ideal place for a getaway because it is very close to Buenos Aires, with the tranquility of the river, its small beaches and many options for tours and a major nightlife including bars and pubs with great wave.
El Barquito is one of the trendy beaches in the city of Rosario. To get there take one of the boats that cross the Parana river. They leave from the La Fluvial which is located near the National Monument of the Flag. The fare is 30 pesos round trip and arrives in 15 minutes. It is a rugged island with a long sandy coastline. Ideal to enjoy a day of sun and relaxation. There are several hostels to enjoy delicious food and drinks. For water sports lovers, kite surf is widely practiced.
The traditional and popular beach of Rosario is La Florida. Has an input of 9 pesos and you get access to bars and restaurants on the beach. This place gets crowded so it is recommended to go early in the morning to enjoy midday and then take road to another beach.
Another option that has Rosario is a stroll by the river. It is recommended to take the ship City of Rosario. It has 3 outdoor terraces and two rooms closed and buffet service. The tour lasts 2 hours and departs from near the River.
