For a culture-focused stay in Béccar, there are several distinct points of interest: Villa Ocampo represents the history of a house, the Lucy Mattos Museum showcases the works of an artist, and the Paseo Costero offers historical information in a public setting. The Romería de Béccar adds a festival to the mix. You can therefore choose your focus according to your interest in history, art or local events.
House History and Art
Villa Ocampo is the historic home of Victoria Ocampo and was built in 1891. It was bequeathed to UNESCO in 1973. The year it was built and its subsequent transfer mark different stages in the history of the house, while its connection to Victoria Ocampo provides a biographical context for the site. Villa Ocampo thus offers a clear focus on Béccar’s cultural history.
The Lucy Mattos Museum brings together numerous works by the artist Lucy Mattos, allowing visitors to view them as a collection. This approach draws attention to multiple works by the same artist rather than to a single piece. The museum thus has its own focus on art, while Villa Ocampo is associated with the history of a house and a biography. Both offer different ways to experience culture in Béccar.
Local History at the Paseo Costero
The Paseo Costero is located in the Treinta y Tres Orientales area of Béccar. A municipal report dated May 5, 2025, mentions new signs there with information about nearby historical landmarks. The report also announced plans to present historical information about the Treinta y Tres Orientales expedition there. The information panels may be updated; if you are specifically looking for information about the expedition, check what is currently displayed on site.
The Romería de Béccar
A municipal description from 2018 describes the Romería de Béccar as a traditional, free celebration marking Béccar’s anniversary. For the edition described, it lists workshops, a fair, food and music. The program thus combined activities for visitors with entertainment and food. If you would like to include the Romería in your stay, check the latest dates and program before making plans.
Further Afield: San Isidro Partido
In the wider destination of San Isidro Partido, Parque Natural Municipal Ribera Norte covers 50 hectares and includes part of the Río de la Plata up to the Canal Costanero. The park is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except when it rains or the river is in flood. As opening hours may change, check them before visiting. When planning, take into account both the regular hours and the stated exceptions.
For getting around the partido: four Tren de la Costa stations are located there—Anchorena, Barrancas, San Isidro and Punta Chica. A cycling route also runs through San Isidro Partido from Anchorena station to San Isidro “R” station. It offers an outdoor ride along the scenic stations of the tourist train. The stations named and the route described provide different ways to explore the wider destination.
A 2024 announcement describes the traditional guided tour “Visita a 7 iglesias” (“Visit to 7 Churches”). With an expert guide, it visits churches in various localities in San Isidro Partido and presents their features and history. If you would like to plan for this tour, check whether it is running on your travel dates. Windsurfing clubs are also located along the Corredor de la Ribera on the Río de la Plata, adding another, water-based focus to the wider San Isidro Partido.
Discover more destinations: Martínez, San Isidro, Acassuso.
For the wider travel overview: San Isidro Partido.
