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Quieter than Río Grande, it lies on an arm of the Limay river. It is recommended for families with children because the water is shallow, and has also a nice park area.
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Pretty crowded at summer weekends, offers a beautiful view of the river and its islands and is bordered by a nice park. The currents are pretty strong here, although it's not dangerous if you stay near the beach.
It is the nearest bathing spot from the city center. Its installations are a bit run-down. In some years in the 2010s, bathing was forbidden because of pollution, so better ask.
The Police Museum exhibits artifacts from police activity and history.
Located in an old railway building, Gregorio Alvarez Museum features exhibitions about culture, history and science in Neuquén, with a permanent exhibition about Mapuche culture.
Small independent art gallery with expositions from local contemporary artists.
One of the largest and most important art museums of Southern Argentina, the MNBA exhibits a historic collection of Argentine and European paintings and exhibitions from contemporary artists.