A Japanese garden in Buenos Aires, Argentina
A Cosmopolitan Capital of Culture

Cruise to Buenos Aires, Argentina

When you browse a Buenos Aires map, you'll notice that the city's barrios (neighborhoods) are rather spread out. However, the center is compact and has many highlights, including sights, restaurants and cafés within walking or cycling distance. One of the best things to do in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is to stroll around its pretty streets. The Recoleta barrio comes highly recommended, with its exclusive shops, grand hotels and the grandiose cemetery. Traditional San Telmo welcomes you with its French and Italian style palaces, a lively antiques fair, many parrillas (steakhouses), milongas (tango clubs) and colorful murals painted by local artists. Another attractive neighborhood is Palermo, with its pleasant parks, trendy bars and art boutiques. Avenida Corrientes is known as "the street that never sleeps." This is the place to go if you want to immerse yourself in the city's lively nightlife, which starts very late. In working-class La Boca, the old port district, you can admire the multicolored buildings and visit the Boca Juniors football stadium. While no less than thirteen million people live in Greater BA, this is also a green city, with many lush gardens, parks and tree-lined streets that blossom colorfully in spring. The city even boasts an extraordinary 865-acre nature reserve, the Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur, situated beyond the converted docklands of Puerto Madero, East of downtown.
National Language Spanish
Currency Accepted Argentine Peso ($)

Things To Do in Buenos Aires

Immerse yourself in the bohemian culture in Buenos Aires, Argentina

San Telmo's Bohemian Vibe

Immerse yourself in the bohemian culture in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Immerse yourself in the bohemian culture in Buenos Aires, Argentina

San Telmo's Bohemian Vibe

Head to the capital's oldest neighborhood to admire the elegant Belle Époque architecture and experience its traditional spirit. Walk over the cobblestones, and don't be surprised to run into some dancers and artists on the way. Peak into an antique store or bookshop, or join the locals (called Porteños) in one of the cozy bars or food halls.

Explore the history of Buenos Aires, Argentina

Spectacular City of Angels

Explore the history of Buenos Aires, Argentina

Explore the history of Buenos Aires, Argentina

Spectacular City of Angels

Large ornate statues, crypts and marble neo-Gothic mausoleums line the maze of narrow passageways in the Cementerio de la Recoleta. Visit the final resting place of centuries of the city's inhabitants in this impressive necropolis, including presidents, artists and beef merchants. You can pick up a map at the entrance or take a tour with a guide.

Learn to tango for yourself in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Learn to tango for yourself in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Two to Tango

A visit to the city isn't complete without attending a tango performance or perhaps even taking a class. The famously romantic dance is best experienced in an authentic milonga or tango club, such as Palermo's Salón Canning, Almagro's La Catedral or Milonga La Glorieta in Belgrano.

Enjoy a meal with a glass of wine in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Enjoy a meal with a glass of wine in Buenos Aires, Argentina

LOCAL CUISINE

This gastronomic city is famous for its beef. You'll come across a large number of parrillas (steakhouses) and asado (barbecue) restaurants. However, nowadays, you can also find many vegetarian options, as well as various international cuisines, such as Peruvian food. Dinner is usually accompanied by world-class wines, the most well known being the red malbec. Leave some room for a delicious dulce de leche ice cream.

Pick up some handmade goods at the outdoor markets in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Pick up some handmade goods at the outdoor markets in Buenos Aires, Argentina

SHOPPING

Go on a hunt for treasures at outdoor markets such as Feria Plaza Belgrano and Feria Artesanal Plaza Francia on Sundays. Mercado de San Telmo is the place to go for local foodstuffs, and Feria de San Telmo is a nice spot for antiques and crafts. Shop for local art and handicrafts at Facón or the Paul French Gallery in Palermo or Quorum in San Telmo.

Insider's Tips
Insider's Tips
1 To use the public transport, you need a SUBE travel card from a Tourist Assistance Center, Subte (metro) station or kiosk.
2 The city has many cycle lanes and a free 24-hour public bike share system called EcoBici.
3 Argentina's national currency is the Argentine peso, which has the same symbol ($) as the US dollar.
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