Guide to Buenos Aires
Virtual tour in Buenos Aires
Experienced travelers recommend coming to the capital of Argentina for at least a week. There is so much to see and do here that it is almost unrealistic to fit it into fewer days!
Start your acquaintance with the city from the La Boca district - one of the most contrasting. Colorful houses neighbor with slums, on the streets couples dance to the sounds of Argentine tango, artists sell their paintings, and callers invite tourists to restaurants. However, it is quite expensive and not always tasty, so dinner in the establishments of this area guides do not advise.
Take time to see the symbols of Buenos Aires, such as the Pink House "Casa Rosada", a huge mechanical flower "Floralis Generica", the cemetery Cementerio De Recoleta, where the legendary Eva Peron is buried, and the Congress building. In the Plaza de la República is the Obelisk, which is about 70 meters high. It was erected for the 400th anniversary of the founding of Buenos Aires in 1936.
It's worth attending one of the many tango shows, which often include dinner. Check out Café Tortoni, which has been operating in Argentina's capital for more than 150 years. Even if you don't make it to the show, you'll still get a taste of this sensual and slightly crazy city.
Photos of Buenos Aires
Tours to Buenos Aires
Why do travel enthusiasts seek out hot tours to Buenos Aires? For the equally hot Argentine tango! Argentina's capital is a dance Mecca, where the best dancers come to dance festivals.
Want to get the most out of your vacation in this South American country? Choose a vacation to this South American country when the art events are taking place. You can explore the city's architectural monuments when you're not on holiday.
If dancing doesn't excite you enough, Buenos Aires has soccer. Fans of the sport buy trips during national and international matches to get a taste of Argentine soccer. But such tours to the city need to be planned well in advance. This is not the case with hot deals, where the price drops significantly before the date of travel.
Some cheap deals can be found a month before the expected departure date. They cost about 2300 USD for 14-16 days of vacation. Cheaper deals are hard to find because the trip involves a long flight.
Interesting places in Buenos Aires
To save money, many tourists make their own itinerary to get around the city. But local guides on an overseeing tour can show you the sights of Buenos Aires in all their glory, telling you much more than what's in the guidebook. Shopping here will mostly involve buying souvenirs at the markets (look out for the paintings by local artists). Buenos Aires nightlife is booming in the numerous clubs and bars.
Flight ticket prices
You can fly to Buenos Aires from Europe with one or two layovers. Direct flights are rare, so most travelers opt for connections in Paris, Frankfurt, Madrid, or Lisbon. Airlines such as Air France, Lufthansa, Iberia, TAP Portugal, KLM, and Turkish Airlines operate these routes. Popular departure cities include Warsaw, Budapest, Manchester, Naples, and Brno.
Round-trip ticket prices start at €690–850 depending on the city and season. Lisbon and Milan often offer the most affordable options. Booking 2–3 months in advance is recommended to avoid high fares.
The best hotels in Buenos Aires
If all you need is a bed to sleep in, choose a hostel (a shared room starts from 7 USD per night). A room in a 2* hotel costs from 40 USD, 3* from 55 USD, 4* from 100 USD per day. The best 5* hotels offer standard rooms at a price from 200 USD per night, for connoisseurs of luxury there are suites for 1000 USD. For those who are vacationing with family or a group of friends, it will be profitable to rent apartments (about 165 USD per day for four people). The presence of a kitchen will allow you to cook and save on food.
Travel budget
If you are ready to stay in a hostel and do not plan to dine in expensive restaurants, you will definitely be able to afford a vacation in the capital of Argentina. If your budget is limited, first of all try to save on tickets - buy them in advance, watch out for promotions and discounts from the airlines you are interested in.
To cut costs on transportation, shopping, entertainment and museum tickets, buy an Argentina Pass card. With it you will get discounts from 10 to 50% from program partners.
| The budget for a trip to Buenos Aires | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | from 995 USD | Accommodation | from 7 USD per day |
| Average check in a restaurant | from 150 ARS (about 10.5 USD) | Transportation fare | from 3 ARS (about 0.2 USD) |
| Excursion | from 35 USD | ||
| Total: about 1200 USD for four days | |||
Buenos Aires Airport
Ministro Pistarini International Airport (also called Ezeiza International Airport) is located in the city of Ezeiza, 22 kilometers from Buenos Aires. It is the country's largest international airport and serves as a hub for Aerolíneas Argentinas and LAN Argentina.
Transfer to Buenos Aires from the airport
To get to the city you can take a city bus, a private shuttle from Manuel Tienda León or a cab (from ARS 390), which takes about 45 minutes. If you plan to rent a car, international companies Avis and Hertz have offices at the airport.
Public transportation in Buenos Aires
The subway (operates from 6:00 to 22:00), buses (operates 24 hours a day), streetcars, trains. The cost of one trip starts from 3 ARS. Bus route 60, which covers the main sights, is popular with tourists.
Car rental in Buenos Aires
Drivers over the age of 21 (25 in some companies), with at least one year's experience, an international license and a credit card can rent a car. Keep in mind that in addition to renting a car, you'll have to pay for parking lots and toll roads.
Security in Buenos Aires
In crowded places, keep an eye on your belongings and don't leave expensive equipment unattended for even a couple of minutes. Do not change currency on the street, go to an official exchange office or bank. Do not carry large sums of money or valuables.