Harv Notes: Things to do in Buenos Aires
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Buenos Aires is a very interesting city and a fantastic place to explore with your guide and on your own. Palermo (Soho and Hollywood) is a great area for walking around, shopping and nightlife. For traditional sightseeing, the downtown area (La Florida street) is excellent, as is San Telmo and posh Recoleta. During the nighttime, Palermo is great for walking. Generally downtown and San Telmo are fine as well, but can feel a bit less welcoming at night than Palermo. If you are doing a city tour with us you will see a number of highlight places in the city, but if you are not (or for additional ideas) below is a list of some top recommendations for things to see and do in Buenos Aires. Note that distances "from hotel" listed are from our preferred hotels in Recoleta, which are also shown below.
Plazas and Daily Life
Plaza Francia Square (0.4 miles from hotel, free admission) A popular gathering place for locals and tourists alike. The square is home to a variety of cafes, restaurants, and shops. Address: Av. Alvear y Av. Del Libertador, C1128 CABA, Argentina. Plaza San Martin Square (1.7 miles from hotel, free admission) A large square that is located in the heart of Buenos Aires. The square is home to a number of important monuments, including the Obelisk of Buenos Aires. Address: Av. 9 de Julio y Av. San Martín, C1000 CABA, Argentina.
Plaza Francia
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Museums
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes (0.5 miles from hotel, admission ARS 250) One of the largest and most important art museums in Argentina. The museum houses a collection of over 12,000 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. Address: Av. del Libertador 1473, C1425 CABA, Argentina. Museo Nacional De Arte Decorativo (1.4 miles from hotel, admission ARS 200) A museum that houses a collection of decorative arts from around the world. The museum's collection includes furniture, paintings, sculptures, and other objects from the 15th to the 20th centuries. Address: Av. del Libertador 1902, C1425 CABA, Argentina.
Museo de Arte Decorativo
Top Hotels in Buenos Aires' Recoleta Neighborhood
Four Seasons Buenos Aire
Buenos Aires (Recoleta)
Four Seasons Buenos Aires
In a historic building in uptown Recoleta, the Four Seasons is among the most iconic hotels in all of Buenos Aires. With tasteful luxury throughout, guests are left wanting for nothing while staying at this property. It is also superbly located near many great restaurants, wine bars, shops, and much more. The perfect place for a luxurious stay in vibrant Buenos Aires.
Loi Suites Recoleta
Buenos Aires (Recoleta)
Loi Suites Recoleta
A traditional, full-service 5-star hotel, Loi Suites Recoleta is a fantastic value for a luxury hotel in one of the nicest areas of Buenos Aires. This property does not specialize in over the top opulence, but offers luxurious accommodations, impeccable service and is an absolutely fantastic value.
Local Culture
Colon Theater (1.6 miles from hotel, admission ARS 200) An opera house that was built in the early 20th century. The theater is home to the Teatro Colón Orchestra and Ballet. Address: Cerrito 980, C1010 CABA, Argentina. Cervantes National Theater (1.5 miles from hotel, admission ARS 200) a theater that was built in the 19th century. The theater is home to a variety of operas, ballets, and plays. Address: Libertad 815, C1010 CABA, Argentina.
Colon Theater
Other great Buenos Aires Hotels
Casa Calma Hotel in the Retiro City Center
Buenos Aires (Retiro/Downtown)
Casa Calma Hotel
Undeniably one of the finest hotels in the downtown (Retiro) neighborhood of Buenos Aires, the deluxe boutique hotel Casa Calma offers a true relaxing oasis in the heart of one of South America's busiest cities. As a boutique option, the hotel doesn't have a full array of services like several others, but is beautifully-appointed and offers a location that is very hard to beat for those wanting to be in the thick of the city's activity and near many of the best sights, restaurants and attractions.
Casa Sur Bellini in Palermo
Buenos Aires (Palermo)
Casa Sur Bellini
For those looking to stay in the uptown Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires, Casa Sur Bellini is a fantastic deluxe-level hotel that offers an excellent location and a wide array of services. Palermo is perhaps Buenos Aires' best neighborhood for dining and boutique shops and while Recoleta is right next to it, many guest enjoy the ability to be able to simply walk to many of these places and that's a great benefit of staying in this area.
