Travel guide · Argentina
Buenos Aires: what to see and when to go
Buenos Aires is a grand, European-looking capital with Latin passion: tango in the streets, steakhouses, late dinners and neighbourhoods full of character. Its cafés, bookshops and theatres make it one of the most cultured cities in the Americas.
What to see and do in Buenos Aires
San Telmo
Cobbled streets, antique shops and the Sunday fair, with tango in Plaza Dorrego.
La Boca and Caminito
Brightly painted tin houses and the Boca Juniors stadium.
Recoleta Cemetery
An elegant city of mausoleums where Eva Perón is buried.
Palermo
Parks, cafés, bars and some of the best parrillas in town.
Teatro Colón and El Ateneo
A world-famous opera house, and a bookshop inside an old theatre.
Best time to go
Pleasant all year round.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 14 hr, 45 min | ≈ €640 · See flights |
| New York | 11 hr, 30 min | ≈ €570 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 13 hr, 15 min | ≈ €610 · See flights |
| Dubai | 18 hr | ≈ €720 · See flights |
| Singapore | 21 hr | ≈ €790 · See flights |
| Sydney | 15 hr, 45 min | ≈ €660 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €820 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Argentina
- Currency
- Argentine Peso
- Good for
- city · nightlife · food · culture
- How long to stay
- 3–5 days
- Where to stay
- Palermo or Recoleta for comfort and food; San Telmo for atmosphere.Find a place to stay in Buenos Aires
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Buenos Aires and when should you go?
Pleasant all year round. Average highs range from 14° in July to 29° in January.
How many days do you need in Buenos Aires?
3 to 5 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Buenos Aires cost?
Accommodation runs at around €60 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €820 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 14 hr, 45 min.
Where should you stay in Buenos Aires?
Palermo or Recoleta for comfort and food; San Telmo for atmosphere.
