Top places to visit in Buenos Aires

• Plaza de Mayo & Casa Rosada

  Heritage · 4.6 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  The historic heart of Buenos Aires — Argentina's iconic pink government palace, Metropolitan Cathedral, and plaza that witnessed the country's most dramatic political moments.

• La Boca & Caminito Street

  Cultural · 4.5 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  Buenos Aires' most colorful neighborhood — Caminito's corrugated iron houses in vivid colors, tango dancers on cobblestone streets, and the birthplace of Argentine soccer culture.

• Recoleta Cemetery

  Heritage · 4.7 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  One of the world's most beautiful cemeteries — ornate mausoleums housing Argentina's elite, including Evita Perón. A landmark blend of architecture and history.

• Puerto Madero Waterfront

  Cultural · 4.4 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Transformed 19th-century docks — red-brick warehouses with top restaurants, Puente de la Mujer pedestrian bridge by Calatrava, and the Costanera Sur ecological reserve.

• San Telmo Market & Antiques Fair

  Market · 4.6 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  Buenos Aires' oldest neighborhood — Sunday antiques fair along Defensa Street, live tango performances, 19th-century architecture, and the city's best street food.

• MALBA – Latin American Art Museum

  Museum · 4.7 rating · about 2 h · entry $4,000 (≈ ₹250)

  Museum of Latin American Art — world-class collection of 20th-century works including Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera in a stunning modern building in Palermo.

• Palermo Parks & Japanese Garden

  Nature · 4.5 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Buenos Aires' largest green space — Bosques de Palermo with boating lake, Japanese Garden, Rose Garden (Rosedal), and weekend handicrafts fair at Plaza Serrano.

Things to do

• Tango Show & Dinner at Café de los Angelitos Cultural · 3 h · from ARS 28,000 per person
• Palermo Nightlife Bar Crawl Nightlife · 4 h · from ARS 7,500 per person
• Buenos Aires Bike Tour Adventure · 3.5 h · from ARS 8,500 per person
• Argentine Asado Cooking Class Culinary · 4 h · from ARS 18,000 per person

Day trips and tours

• Buenos Aires City Highlights 8 h · from 28,000
• Buenos Aires Tango Immersion Evening 5 h · from 65,000

Where to stay in Buenos Aires

• Palermo / Recoleta about ARS 18,000 per night

  Upscale leafy neighbourhood with boutique hotels, restaurants, and the famous Recoleta Cemetery. Safe and walkable.

• San Telmo about ARS 10,000 per night

  Historic cobblestone barrio with tango milongas, antique market, and budget-to-mid accommodation. Bohemian atmosphere.

• Microcentro / Puerto Madero about ARS 28,000 per night

  Business centre with luxury waterfront hotels in Puerto Madero. Best for business travellers; walkable to main sights.

Hotels

• Alvear Palace Hotel 5-star · ARS 55,000 to ARS 180,000 per night
• Faena Hotel Buenos Aires 5-star · ARS 65,000 to ARS 220,000 per night
• Palermo Soho Hostel 2-star · ARS 4,500 to ARS 12,000 per night
• NH Collection Buenos Aires Lancaster 4-star · ARS 22,000 to ARS 55,000 per night

Where to eat

• La Cabrera argentinian, steakhouse, parrilla · about ARS 5,500 per person
• Don Julio argentinian, steakhouse, parrilla · about ARS 8,500 per person
• Cabaña Las Lilas argentinian, steakhouse · about ARS 12,000 per person
• Mercado de San Telmo argentinian, street_food, market · about ARS 1,500 per person
• El Federal argentinian, italian, traditional · about ARS 3,500 per person

Getting to Buenos Aires

Airport: Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery (AEP), Buenos Aires, Ministro Pistarini (EZE)

How visitors arrive in Buenos Aires

• Flights to Ezeiza or Aeroparque By air · common

  Ezeiza handles international flights; Aeroparque, closer to downtown, handles most domestic flights. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Ferry from Uruguay By ferry from Montevideo / Colonia · common

  Ferries cross the river from Colonia and Montevideo to terminals in Puerto Madero and La Boca. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Long-distance bus to Retiro By road · common

  Retiro bus station is the main hub for buses from across Argentina and neighbouring countries. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Domestic train to Retiro or Constitucion By train from Cordoba / Rosario · possible

  Limited domestic rail arrives at Retiro and Constitucion; no international services. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the airport to the centre

• City bus line 33 from Aeroparque (AEP) unconfirmed

  City bus lines 33, 45, 37 and 160 serve Aeroparque from stops along Costanera Rafael Obligado, line 33 heading toward Retiro and the centre. Pay with a SUBE card; buses have no dedicated luggage space. Source: sirchandler.com.ar

• Radio taxi from Aeroparque (AEP)

  Aeroparque is close to downtown and taxis are an option. Prefer a radio taxi, check that the driver ID is displayed and that the meter is running once you set off. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Official taxi booth at Ezeiza (EZE) unconfirmed

  Ezeiza is far from the centre by road and traffic can be heavy, especially on Fridays or in rain. Book a car at the official taxi booth in the terminal rather than accepting offers from drivers. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Use a radio taxi, not a street cab, and check the meter is running once you set off. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Bus

  Colectivos, the city buses, run numbered routes across Buenos Aires and reach neighbourhoods beyond the metro.

• Metro

  The Subte is Buenos Aires' underground, with several lettered lines serving the centre and nearby neighbourhoods.

  Subte Buenos Aires

• Taxi useful for some trips

  Taxis can be hailed on the street and run on a meter; they suit door-to-door trips around the city.

• Walking

Paying

• City buses do not take cash: pay with a SUBE card or a contactless credit card. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Safety and scams to avoid

• Mustard/Water Distraction Theft

  San Telmo, La Boca, Recoleta, Florida Street

  A person squirts mustard, ketchup, or fake bird droppings on you. An accomplice immediately offers to help clean up and steals your wallet or phone while patting you down.

  How to avoid it: Decline all unsolicited help. If something lands on you, secure your valuables and go to a nearby shop to clean up. Front pockets and crossbody bags help.

• Fake Blue-Rate Currency Exchange

  Florida Street pedestrian zone, downtown Buenos Aires

  Street touts ("arbolitos") offer USD exchange at "blue rate" in back rooms. You receive counterfeit pesos or are shortchanged while counting large stacks of notes in a distracting environment.

  How to avoid it: Use only established casas de cambio with official signage, receipts, and glass cashier windows. Never follow a stranger to a back room.

• ATM Card Skimming

  ATMs city-wide, especially non-bank standalone machines

  Criminals attach skimming devices to card slots and cameras above the keypad to capture card data and PIN for card cloning.

  How to avoid it: Use only bank-branded ATMs inside bank branches during hours. Cover the keypad when entering PIN. Check for anything loose on the card slot before inserting.

• Unlicensed Airport Taxi Scam

  Ezeiza Airport (EZE) arrivals exit

  Unlicensed drivers approach passengers outside arrivals offering cheap rates, then overcharge massively or take passengers to ATMs at gunpoint.

  How to avoid it: Use only official Radio Taxi kiosk inside arrivals hall, pre-book remis via hotel, or use Uber/Cabify with app ready before landing.

Best time to visit Buenos Aires

• Jan 30°C
• Feb 29°C
• Mar 27°C
• Apr 23°C
• May 19°C
• Jun 16°C
• Jul 16°C
• Aug 18°C
• Sep 20°C
• Oct 23°C
• Nov 26°C
• Dec 29°C

More in Argentina

• San Carlos de Bariloche
• Ushuaia
• Puerto Iguazú
• El Calafate
• Mendoza
• Salta

Frequently asked questions about Buenos Aires

What are the top-rated places to visit in Buenos Aires?

The highest-rated places in our Buenos Aires guide are Recoleta Cemetery, MALBA – Latin American Art Museum, Plaza de Mayo & Casa Rosada, San Telmo Market & Antiques Fair, La Boca & Caminito Street.

Where should I stay in Buenos Aires?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Buenos Aires: Palermo / Recoleta, San Telmo, Microcentro / Puerto Madero.

How do I get around Buenos Aires?

Ways to get around Buenos Aires covered in our guide: City bus, Metro, Taxi, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Buenos Aires?

Scams reported to us for Buenos Aires include Mustard/Water Distraction Theft; Fake Blue-Rate Currency Exchange; ATM Card Skimming. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Buenos Aires?

Average daytime highs in Buenos Aires run from 16°C in Jul to 30°C in Jan.

Which airport is nearest to Buenos Aires?

The nearest airport to Buenos Aires has the code EZE.