Tango halls, grand boulevards, and late-night steak dinners in South America's most European city.
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Buenos Aires combines Parisian-style boulevards, Italian food culture, and a thoroughly Argentine rhythm: dinner at 10pm, clubs after 2am, and long afternoons in cafés.
Spring (October–November) and autumn (March–May) bring warm, comfortable days. Summer (December–February) is hot and humid, and many residents head for the coast.
Ideal stay
4 days
Budget
$$ · Mid-range
Currency
Argentine peso (ARS)
Language
Spanish
Main airport
Ezeiza (EZE), ~45–60 min by car
Good for
Food, tango, architecture, nightlife
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When to go
Spring (Sep–Nov)
Jacaranda trees bloom purple in November; excellent weather.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
Hot and humid, quieter in the city.
Autumn (Mar–May)
Mild and pleasant, great for walking.
Winter (Jun–Aug)
Cool and grey but rarely freezing; cultural season in full swing.
Suggested itinerary
Day 1
Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosada, then San Telmo's antique shops and an evening tango show or milonga.
Day 2
Recoleta Cemetery, the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, and dinner at a traditional parrilla.
Day 3
La Boca's colourful Caminito, then Puerto Madero's waterfront and the ecological reserve.
Day 4
Palermo's parks, markets, and bars, or a day trip to the Tigre delta.
Where to stay
Palermo
Leafy, trendy, and full of restaurants.
Recoleta
Elegant and central with grand architecture.
San Telmo
Historic, bohemian, and home to the Sunday market.
Getting around
The Subte (metro) and buses are cheap and cover the city; you will need a SUBE card. Ride-hailing apps are widely used. Walk Palermo, Recoleta, and San Telmo.
What it costs
Argentina's economy and exchange rules change often. Research the latest guidance on paying by foreign card versus cash before you travel; costs can vary a lot depending on the rate you get.
Good to know
Go to San Telmo's Feria de San Pedro Telmo on a Sunday.
Dinner before 9pm means an empty restaurant.
Keep phones out of sight in busy tourist areas.
Travel information changes often. Prices here are rough guides, and transport, opening hours, and
entry requirements can change without notice. Confirm details with official tourism sites,
operators, and your government's travel advice before you book, and travel with suitable
insurance.
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