Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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The Paris of South America, or as I see it, the land of steak and Malbec.
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Each area in Buenos Aires has such a different character. It feels as if there's a million different cafes, restaurants, bars, and cobblestone streets to explore and around every corner is impressive architecture that makes you feel like you've stepped back in time. Here are some areas I highly recommend you stop by and check out while you are here!
Palermo Soho & Hollywood - Trendy spots, bars and vibrant cafes.
Recoleta - Upscale dining, European style restaurants & museums.
El Centro- Cultural attractions, historic architecture, and bustling city vibe.
Puerto Madero - Waterfront dining, modern restaurants.
La Boca -Vibrant colors, tango culture, street art. Even though it's a little touristy it still offers a lot of charm.
Palermo SoHo
Hipster town filled with boutiques, bars, & amazing restaurants. Day or night, it's lively and it's nice to just walk around in this area.
Restaurants
El Preferido de Palermo
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Milanesas here are heavenly perfection. They have little plates too and healthy options.
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Don Julio
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#1/20 Best Steakhouses in the world 2024. Enrico has been, he recommends.
*Reservations required*
This one gets booked so make sure to reserve way in advance!
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Lo de Jesús
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Started out as a general store, and quickly grew to become now as a well-known grill in the area. Jesus also owns the wine bar La Malbequeria. You will not be disapointed,
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Chori
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Chori-pan is just an Argentinian version of a hotdog. A quick bite, super cheap. It was amazing to me, but Enrique said it was alright.
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Bars
Klub Polaco
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Rey de Copas
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Coffee
Seattle Cafe
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I think we went here thinking the owner is from Seattle but turned out he was just a really big fan of Seattle. Good cup of coffee with outdoor seating in a quiet neighborhood, nothing fancy.
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Full City Coffee Roasters
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Ninina
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Amparo Mercado Gourmet
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If you're looking to shop for wine to bring home, this is a nice spot. Enrique's step dad goes here for his weekly wine shopping. Very local, affordable wines and cold cuts too!
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Desserts
Rapanui
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Obrador Florida
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Palermo Hollywood
A more chill vibe than SoHo, it feels more residential with small convenience stores, coffee shops and bars. Though because of that, a lot tourists staying long term are attracted to this part of town.
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Restaurants
Cucina Paradiso Senza Glutine
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The first 100% gluten-free Italian restaurant in Latin America!
We go here with the whole family a lot, tried and tested. YUM
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Nuevo D'accordo
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My most favorite restaurant in all of Buenos Aires. The staff are wonderful, the steaks are perfection and wine by the bottle is so affordable---they even let you bring in your own bottle!
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Buenos Aires Verde
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Vegeterian restaurant! Prices may seem higher than other restaurants but portions are generous.
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Ti Amo - Pizzeria Napoletana
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Chuí
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Bars
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Coffee
Dulce Charlotte tienda
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We went here for breakfast every morning. Nice coffee, yummy pastries, fresh squeezed orange juice, healthy options--super affordable.
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MADRE CAFÉ
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Recoleta
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El Ateneo Grand Splendid
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Iconic book store that used to be a theater. The guardian placed it as 2nd most beautiful book store in the world. Even if you don't want to shop for books, just coming in to admire the interiors is well worth it.
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Cementerio de la Recoleta
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Considered one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world, this should be on everyone's list when traveling to BA. It contains the graves of notable people, including Eva Perón, presidents of Argentina, Nobel Prize winners, the founder of the Argentine Navy, and more.
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Museo Nacional de Arte Decorativo
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Argentine high society family's home. Just beautiful to walk around and see antique art and interior design.
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Restaurants
La Cocina
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Just a 20 minute walk from your hotel, this is one of the best empanadas in town! Must go.
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La Biela
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Opened in 1848, this is considered as the oldest cafe in town specializing in salads, sandwiches & classic Argentine mains. The perfect spot for a snack or meal after the Recoleta Cemetery.
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Trattoria Olivetti
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Traditional Italian. This restaurant feels so homey and cozy, the food is AMAZING. Order their lasagna bolognese!
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Bis Restaurante
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Bars
Presidente Bar
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Romantic vibe, nice cocktails and they also have dinner options. We went here on a date night, pretty relaxing but a bit overpriced.
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BARTOLA ROOFTOP
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Coffee
L' Orangerie Alvear Palace Hotel
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Come for tea/coffee, the architecture alone is worth coming for. Luxurious old style cafe.
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Tabac coffee
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Favorite cafe in Recoleta! Come anytime of the day, they have great pastries, salads and just everything.
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Guber Patisserie
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Birkin
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Josephina’s Café
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Dessert
Rapanui
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El Centro
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Areatec
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The building itself is a work of art but inside is an art gallery with an observation deck. Don't miss this hidden gem!
The art gallery can be visited on Fridays & Saturdays by reservation only. They also offer guided tours to learn about the history of the Cassará Building & enjoy a glass of wine.
The Areatec art space can be visited on Fridays & Saturdays from 4 to 8 pm.
The exhibition tour is self-guided and the artists are sometimes present.
The Mirador Terrace is not open to the public during the Art Exhibition tours.
To visit it, ask about the guided activity "MIRADORES" and "Sunset at the Mirador Terrace.
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Florida y Lavalle
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A famous street in BA for shopping or just wandering around. Beware of pick pocketers here!
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Teatro Colón
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Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral
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Restaurants
El Cuartito
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Across the street from your hotel is one of the most famous pizzerias in BA. We have never been but I am curious so I'm adding it here!
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Parrilla Peña
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Very affordable, very local, not very well known by tourists. It was a fantastic meal. A couple blocks away from your hotel. Only thing Enrique did not like was the noise level...
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Florida Garden
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A cafe along the Florida famous street. We always come here for huge glasses of fresh squeezed orange juice. Also they have amazing desserts.
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La Posada de 1820
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It is located on famous Florida street. Convenient spot if you are walking along there and you want a full meal. Otherwise, I recommend just going to Florida Garden cafe for a snack & coffee!
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Pizzería Güerrín
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Opened in 1932, due to how historic this pizzeria is, tourists flock here. We have to say that it was totally worth it. The line went by quick, we were seated within 10 minutes and got our fresh hot pizzas in 2 minutes!
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Banchero Tito
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Where "fugazza" was created. Fugazza is a thick pizza topped with onions and cheese sometimes olives.
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Coffee
Petit Colón
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Certainly worth to come here. It has sophisticated interior, the staff are dressed in full tux. Though not pricey at all. We love this cafe near the Teatro Colon and we will keep coming back.
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Café Tortoni
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Historical cafe, but super touristy. You are better off going to Petit Colon!
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Bars
Florida 165 Rooftop Bar
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Our favorite bar in Centro. Rooftop bar - not the fanciest, you can come in casual clothes and admire the view of old architectures.
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RoofTop Plaza de Mayo
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Beautiful observatory to enjoy sunset and view of Casa Rosada and Plaza de Mayo with a drink!
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San Telmo
Known as the oldest neighborhood of BA, here you will find beautiful cobblestone streets, old colonial houses, small unique antique stores and the San Telmo Market.
What to do
Feria San Telmo calle defensa y chile
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Every Sunday, along Calle Defensa & Plaza Dorrego, hundred of stalls are set up. This is the perfect place to go if you are looking to get souvenirs!
*Remember to bring cash!
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San Telmo Market
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A must not miss stop in Buenos Aires. Inside, there are boutiques, but most importantly, AMAZING food.
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Casa Ezeiza
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One of my favorite not-so-hidden secrets of San Telmo is the Pasaje de la Defensa.
This historic mansion was the home of the aristocratic Ezeiza family built in 1880s.
When the yellow fever epidemic struck, wealthy families like the Ezeizas abandoned their homes and moved to the countryside, to what is present day Recoleta and Belgrano.
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Buenos Aires Museo (BAM)
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This new museum is a must-do, entrance is just a couple bucks, Learn about the history of the city via culture and daily life. Don’t miss the roof top terrace and the murals painted to be enjoyed from this view.
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Museo Histórico Nacional
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The most important history museum in Buenos Aires, located in Parque Lezama. Entrance is free.
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Restaurants
Bar Plaza Dorrego
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Hierbabuena
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One of the best health food restaurants in town. vegetarian & vegan options!
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Bars
El Federal Bar
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Worth a stop even if you aren’t hungry, just come and have a sidra tirada (cider) and enjoy the vibe. But if you’re hungry, order a picada (a charcuterie plate). They’re incredible here.
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Coffee
La Poesía
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Cozy cafe with so much character. They serve breakfast!! Fresh squeezed orange juice and so affordable.
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Puerto Madero
When you see the Puente de la Mujer Bridge, you will know that the other side of that is Puerto Madero; the area where Enrico's father lived. Redbrick buildings that were once warehouses now host popular restaurants and upscale offices. This is the most modern and upscale area of BA.
Puente de la Mujer Bridge is a rotating bridge and is able to swing 90 degrees to allow water traffic to pass!
What To do
Costanera Sur
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This green oasis is located on the banks of De la Plata river, and it is the only protected area in Buenos Aires city.
It offers a handful of walking/bicycle trails that you can take to explore Buenos Aires in a different way.
If you are staying in Puerto Madero, I highly suggest coming here for a morning walk or run, specially if you are interested in birdwatching. You can spend some time at the picnic spots and the viewpoints.
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Bars
Crystal Bar
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Apparently one of the best rooftops bars in BA - we have not personally but I had to add it on here!
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Ciro Puerto Madero
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sit outside and have drinks, nice view and extra extra large milanesas!
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La Boca
This port town came to life during immigration times around 1880's up to 1940's. Many Italians settled and began working at the port, built their humble homes and kept their culture alive. Here you will find tango dancers on the street and colorful homes, and artisans selling paintings.
Things to do
Caminito
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It's hard to miss this area with its colorful homes lined up on Caminito Street.
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Boca Juniors
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La Boca Juniors stadium - The famous futbol player Diego Maradona was part of this team for some time. Here youll find also a Nike store where they sell sports jerseys for the Argentina futbol team; perfect for souvenir.
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Restaurants
Patagonia Sur
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Fine dining in this area is rare, have not personally tried this one but adding it on here!
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Coffee
Café Proa
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This is one of the best places in the city to watch the sunset. Located on the third floor of the Fundación Proa, this café offers stunning views of La Boca.
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Trasportation
-Walking around in BA is generally safe in the day time. There's a lot to see! Just be careful once it gets dark especially in the center of town.
-Taxi is your best way getting around town. Affordable, quick and safe.
-Uber is available in the city. Enrico does not recommend it, he says it is better to call ahead for a taxi instead.
-Public Transportation: Bus/Train
To travel by bus or underground metro you will need to get a rechargeable SUBE card available at subte train stations.
Felices Viajes!
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