Buenos Aires has been called the “Paris of South America” for decades, but to know this city is to endure a decidedly more visceral affair. Beneath the neoclassical architecture, artful pastries, and sprawling green spaces is the bleeding heart of the city—a city where the soccer games are to be wept over, the whip-quick moves of tango never miss a beat, and the sounds of sizzling asado and flowing Malbec carry late into the night.
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Road trips mean untold adventures, wide-screen wilderness, and striking out alone. On a dramatic ride from Argentina to Chile, Stanley Stewart traces the continent's highest peaks, reaching the coast at a smartly unplugged new camp.
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15 Best Hotels in Buenos Aires
Where to lay your head down for the night in Buenos Aires.
Editor Hotel Recommendations
- Casa Lucía$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Arroyo 841Read full reviewA soothing embrace in a city that otherwise skews on the side of chaos.
Hot List - Mio Buenos Aires$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Av Pres. Manuel Quintana 465Read full reviewAll rooms have balconies that overlook some of Buenos Aires' swankiest apartments.
- Algodon Mansion$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Montevideo 1647Read full reviewA sophisticated and intimate atmosphere that's worth the price tag.
- Faena Hotel Buenos Aires$$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Martha Salotti 445Read full reviewFaena is pricey but if you want to be right in Puerto Madero and are a fan of Starck's brand of design, this hotel is for you.
Readers Choice Awards - Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires$$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Avenida Alvear 1661Read full reviewThis temple of chic overlooking downtown Buenos Aires is bringing sexy back to the neighborhood.Readers Choice Awards
Gold List - Jardín Escondido$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Gorriti 4746Read full reviewFor film fans, staying in the house where the iconic filmmaker, Coppola, once lived is priceless.Gold List
- Hub Porteño$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Rodríguez Peña 1967Read full reviewYou don't just book a room at this hotel, but an entire experience that includes a superb concierge team.
- Fierro Hotel$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Soler 5862Read full reviewModern decor, a great staff, an excellent restaurant and great location make this hotel a great choice for an even better price.
- Hotel Pulitzer Buenos Aires$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Maipú 907Read full reviewAn affordable and comfortable option if you are traveling solo and don't need tons of space.
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The Best Things to Do in Buenos Aires
- 15 Best Things to Do in Buenos AiresJust make sure to pack your walking (and dancing) shoes.
- 9 Best Shops in Buenos AiresYou won't be going home empty-handed.
- 10 Best Places for Tango in Buenos AiresWhen the sun sets, the dancing starts.
- 3 Best Day Trips from Buenos AiresSometimes, it pays to get out of the city.
- 10 Best Tours in Buenos AiresHere's how to explore different sides of Argentina's cosmopolitan capital.
- 10 Best Museums To Visit in Buenos AiresThis city is a cultural powerhouse. Here's what to see first.
Editor Recommendations
- Museo del Mate$ | Argentina, Tigre, Lavalle 289Read full reviewA thorough timeline of Argentina's history of drinking mate.
- Museo de Arte Tigre$ | Argentina, Tigre, Saldias 1289Read full reviewFor a close-up of a stunning mansion in a unique waterfront location, come here.
- Museo Draghi$ | Argentina, San Antonio de Areco, Lavalle 387Read full reviewThis small private collection shows off silverware dating back to the 19th-century, as well as contemporary work by the Draghi family.
- Buenos Aires Cultural Concierge, Boating on the Tigre Delta$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,Read full reviewFor a different and personalized vista of Tigre and the Delta, try this boat trip.
- BA Free TourArgentina, Buenos Aires,Read full reviewIf you just landed in BA, this is a great "free" option to get in on.
- Shop Hop Buenos Aires$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,Read full reviewIf you're into supporting small designers and picking up original wares, this tour is for you.
- Parrilla Tour$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,Read full reviewFoodies hungry for a culinary insight into a national pastime—barbecue—will love this. Veggies, stay away.
- Buenos Aires Cultural Concierge's Art Insider Tour$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,Read full reviewSerious art collectors will relish the chance to get close to gallerists and artists, while novices will surely catch the art bug.
- BA Tours, Barrios Futboleros – Rivalidades Históricas$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,Read full reviewGet to the heart of fútbol’s most ferocious rivalries on this five-hour soccer stadium tour.
- BA Bikes$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, San José 525Read full reviewA dynamic and fascinating tour that took the mundane out of regular sightseeing.
- Graffitimundo Street Art Origins TourBuenos Aires,Read full reviewBook ahead for a space on this group street-art tour run by Graffitimundo, a slick operation led by cool and young bilingual guides well versed in the local scene.
Behind the Scenes of Argentina's Legendary Cowboy Competition
Each Sunday at the Feria de Mataderos, a fair on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, nostalgic locals craving a culture fix can get their fill of traditional asado (barbecue) and folk dancing while cheering on gauchos racing their steeds in the prestigious corrida de sortija. Photographer Anders Overgaard shares some of his outtakes and insights from our March story, "Taking Style Inspiration from Argentina's Gauchos."
The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Buenos Aires
- 22 Best Restaurants in Buenos AiresOur list for where to eat when you're in town.
- 15 Best Bars in Buenos AiresThirsty? We got you.
- 13 Best Steakhouses in Buenos AiresCarnivores rejoice.
- 10 Best Places for Tango in Buenos AiresWhen the sun sets, the dancing starts.
Editor Restaurant and Bar Recommendations
- Trescha$$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Murillo 725Breathing new life into world flavors with architecturally captivating dishes.Hot List
- Kōnā CornerArgentina, Buenos Aires, Castañeda 1899The realization of an acclaimed Argentine chef's lifelong passion for Japanese cuisine and culture.Hot List
- Hache Almacén$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Ángel Justiniano Carranza 1670A long communal table takes center stage at this bar, so it's a good place to come solo—and make friends with whoever sits next to you—or with a couple of friends.
- Vico Wine Bar$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, 1149, GurruchagaGreat place if you want to impress someone, whether a date or business colleague.
- Boliche de Bessonart$ | Argentina, San Antonio de Areco,This is a gem so even if you don't care for the Fernet, lap up the ambience.
- El Ombú de Areco$ | Argentina, San Antonio de Areco, Ruta 31, Cuartel VIA happy-go-lucky lunch that can get a bit boisterous.
- Gran Bar Danzon$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Libertad 1161A date, a business dinner, a night out with a group of friends: This place is good for whatever kind of night you want. But best make reservations.
- Bar 878$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Thames 878Come around midnight with a date or maybe a couple of friends and if you score a comfy seat on the sofa, you're set for the night.
- Verne Cocktail Club$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Av. Medrano 1475This is the perfect spot to bring a date or someone you want to impress. The crowd is mostly locals, fashionably dressed and having a good time.
- Boticario$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Honduras 5207A cool botanical-themed pharmacy bar in the heart of Palermo is pretty much the perfect place to take a date.
- The Harrison Speakeasy$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Malabia 1764The whole vibe of the place says "date night," particularly since getting in isn't easy. Your date will be impressed.
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A Day in Buenos Aires
Excellent local wine, a booming (and affordable) food scene, history and art on every corner: It’s easy to see why spending just a few days in Buenos Aires, Argentina, can make it so hard to leave.
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A year of preparation comes to a head each February, when neighborhood song and dance troupes take to the streets of Buenos Aires.
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Catching a Glimpse of My Mother’s Past on a Trip to Buenos Aires
Reunited in the city her mother once called home, Sanaë Lemoine sees another side of the woman who raised her.
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This Emerging Food District Is Home to Buenos Aires’s Most Exciting New Restaurants
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