Cosa vedere a Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires Essentials

The icons of Buenos Aires: from Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosada to Teatro Colón, Recoleta and colourful La Boca.

The Obelisk of Buenos Aires

This soaring obelisk stands on Avenida Corrientes as a national historic monument and one of the city's defining architectural landmarks.

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Casa Rosada

Argentina's historic presidential mansion and office, famed for its distinctive pink facade and its setting along the city center's political hub.

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May Square

The foundational public square of Buenos Aires, anchoring the city's historic core and political life.

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Columbus Theatre

A landmark historic opera house and theater renowned for its grand architecture and world-class performances.

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Caminito

A colorful pedestrian alley and open-air street museum showcasing the vibrant culture and traditions of the La Boca neighborhood.

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Recoleta Cemetry

A historic Catholic cemetery in the Recoleta district, famous for its elaborate tombs, regional heritage, and resting places of notable figures.

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National Fine Arts Museum

Located in the Recoleta district, Argentina's national art museum showcases an extensive collection of fine art.

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La Bombonera

The legendary home stadium of Club Atlético Boca Juniors, famous for its distinctive D-shaped architecture and electrifying matchday atmosphere.

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San Telmo Flea Market

A bustling indoor market in the San Telmo neighborhood, celebrated for its lively antique fair and local stalls.

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El Ateneo

A spectacular bookshop set inside a preserved former theater, widely recognized as one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world.

Floralis Generica

A massive steel and aluminum floral sculpture created by Eduardo Catalano, located in Plaza de las Naciones Unidas.

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Palacio Barolo

A landmark historic office building situated on Avenida de Mayo in the central Montserrat neighborhood.

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Metropolitan Cathedral

The primary Catholic place of worship in Buenos Aires, this historic cathedral serves as the seat of the archdiocese.