Visiting a NON-TOURISTY Oil Town in Patagonia, Argentina ⛽ Eating Our Way Through COMODORO RIVADAVIA

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In today's video, we're going to be visiting a non-touristy oil town in Patagonia. When we told people we were going to Comodoro Rivadavia, they looked at us with surprise? "There's nothing to do there. The only people who travel there work in the oil industry." But we were curious, plus it was a very logical stop to break up the journey down to the land of ice and glaciers, so we decided to spend a few days in this off the beaten path destination. The main attraction we visited in Comodoro Rivadavia was the National Petroleum Museum. Here we had a guided tour where we got to see where they first struck oil and also learn about how this event gave birth to the city.

The National Petroleum Museum has an indoor and outdoor component, so after touring the exterior and viewing some of the machinery on-site, we went indoors to take part in a simulation, where you can experience what it would be like to travel to the depths of an oil well. And well, it kind of felt a bit like an earthquake! Technically, it’s geared for kids and school groups, but that didn’t stop us from trying it.

Aside from that, we also visited a few different restaurants around town (because you know us and our love for food!) We went back to Cayo Coco del Mar to sample their paella, then we tried artisanal ice creams at Chocolates, and we also went to Puerto Mitre at the end of the day for a seafood pizza.

We hope you enjoyed the video!

🌧️⛅ From Storms to Sunshine: Two Days in Comodoro Rivadavia, Patagonia, Argentina 🇦🇷

🌧️ Day 1: Misadventures in the Rain

Our second day in Comodoro Rivadavia, Chubut, Patagonia didn’t go as planned. We woke up to torrential rain and wind that lasted all day, shutting down most of the city. Undeterred, we still set out to explore—only to find everything closed! Sometimes travel just works out that way. Fast forward to the next day for a totally different adventure…

☀️ Day 2: Sunshine, Seafood & City Sights

What a difference a day makes! Bright blue skies and warm weather greeted us as we set out to redo our sightseeing plans.

Attire: T-shirts and shorts were back; the mood was totally different!

First stop: A monument by the beach dedicated to tango music, featuring a giant accordion.

Low vs. High Tide: Dramatic difference—high tide meant crashing waves and spray; low tide brought a calm, gentle shoreline.

🍤 Lunch at Cadoco del Mar: Seafood Heaven

We returned to our favorite restaurant from day one—Cadoco del Mar—for more incredible seafood.

Paella: More soupy than Spanish style, packed with mussels, shrimp, calamari, and more.

Pan-Fried Shrimp: Cooked in a rich, garlicky tomato sauce, served with roasted potatoes.

Sharing Rule: Activated—so much good food!

Why we return: When we find a great spot, we’re not shy about going back!

🏭 The National Petroleum Museum: Oil & Origin Stories

After lunch, we walked 3 km (mainly along the highway—pro tip: take a taxi!) to the National Petroleum Museum:

Tour: Both outdoor machinery and an indoor interactive simulation that lets you experience the depths of an oil well.

Fun fact: Petroleum isn’t just black; it comes in a range of colors depending on its chemistry.

History lesson:

Ancient uses: Egyptians used petroleum 5,000 years ago for embalming, and it was used in construction, medicine, and lighting through history.

City’s founding myth busted: Turns out, Comodoro wasn’t drilling for water when oil was found—that was a cover-up. Official telegrams prove they were searching for oil all along, despite what many travel guides say.

Cultural twist: The city crowns a “National Petroleum Queen” every year—vintage photos on display!

🍦 Sweet Treats at Chocolates: Argentina’s Ice Cream Obsession

Afternoon meant ice cream at Chocolates, a fun family spot (arcade games, pastries, and chocolate too):

Strawberry & Dulce de Leche: Argentina’s ice cream is world-class—rivaling even Italy’s gelato!

Local encounters: We met viewers of our channel and enjoyed a little community time.

🍕 Dinner at Puerto Mitre: Pizza Monster Mode

We finished the day with pizza (of course!):

Puerto Mitre: Only three blocks from our hotel, highly recommended by locals.

Specialty: Seafood pizza loaded with shrimp, peppers, olives, and plenty of cheese.

Drinks: Santa Julia Malbec—a favorite table wine both in Argentina and at home in Canada.

Price: Huge pizza, wine, and soft drinks for about $16–$17 USD.

🚍 What’s Next? Exploring More of Patagonia!

Our next stop is a day trip to Rada Tilly—beach walks, local cuisine, and a chill vibe before a night bus to Rio Gallegos. Then it’s on to legendary El Calafate and El Chaltén for glaciers and hikes. Patagonia, here we come!

Visiting a NON-TOURISTY Oil Town in Patagonia, Argentina 🤔 + Eating Our Way Through COMODORO RIVADAVIA

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