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Buenos Aires City Guide

overall city rating 89%

Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is known as the Paris of South America. It is easy to see why when marvelling at the magnificent baroque architecture present throughout the city. Buenos Aires’ European influences, combined with the resurgence of national pride felt after hauling itself out of a 4 year economic recession, has meant there has never been a better time to visit this South American metropolis. There is a plethora of things to do in Buenos Aires. Take a dance lesson in the city where Tango was born, or catch a show in the Teatro Colón, one of the world’s great opera houses. Sample an asado, the Argentinean speciality of grilled meat, usually cooked over an open flame. At night, savour a Quilmes beer with the locals, or paseños, and revel in every second spent in this bustling, cosmopolitan capital.

Reviews of Buenos Aires from boo.com

  • anonymous reviewanonymous says:

    There something in Buenos Aires to see, and it is all Buenos Aires. There is more than the usual historic places, there is a new city, a new train, a new soho, a new Women´s bridge, a new secret everyday.

    Posted: on Mar 16, 2009 |

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  • arthurcb from Brazil has 2 reviews arthurcb says:

    Very nice city. Beautiful places, nice weather, nice food. Just worry about the taxi drivers! Some of them are very dishonest and unfaithful.

    Posted: on Feb 5, 2009 |

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  • anonymous reviewanonymous says:

    This is one of my favourite places in the world. This is now the fourth time that I stayed here! Cheap shopping in "downtown" and the Avenida Santa Fé. Clubs, cafés, restaurants, inclusive artistic atmosphere around the Plaza Serrano. If one wants something else, OFF the average tourist… more

    Posted: on Jan 25, 2009 |

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Best things to do in Buenos Aires

  • 1. no images available for La Recoleta CementeryLa Recoleta Cementery

    What?
    Famous cemetery
    Where?
    Recoleta distrist of Buenos Aires
    Anything else?
    It is a famous cemetery in the exclusive neighbourhood of Recoleta. It includes the graves of some of the most influential and famous people in Argentinian history including presidents, scientists and of course Eva Peron.

    boo rating 80%

  • 2. no images available for San TelmoSan Telmo

    What?
    Neighbourhood
    Where?
    San Telmo
    Anything else?
    San Telmo is one of the oldest areas in Buenos Aires and is home to the tango. Its full of old churches, museums and little antique churches. If you want to see some Argentinians do the tango, this is the place to be.

    boo rating 90%

  • 3. no images available for Evita MuseumEvita Museum

    What?
    Museum
    Where?
    Palermo district of Buenos Aires
    Anything else?
    A museum that describes the life of the famous Argentinian woman Eva Peron. You can see some of her personal belongings, photos, newspaper articles, hear radio broadcasts all in relation to her life.

    boo rating 100%

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Upcoming events in Buenos Aires

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  • Mar 19

    P.O.D. en Argentina

    P.O.D. en Argentina
    • When: Mar 19, 2010 (Friday)
    • Where: Estadio Cubierto Malvinas Argentinas
    • What: Por primera vez P.O.D. en Argentina llega para traer su rap/new metal find out more
  • Mar 23

    Nelly Furtado

    Nelly Furtado
  • Mar 26

    Roger en La Bella y la Bestia

    Roger en La Bella y la Bestia
    • When: Mar 26, 2010 (Friday)
    • Where: Teatro Opera
    • What: El 26 de marzo vuelve a Buenos Aires la magia de uno de los más aclamados musicales de Broadway y que ya fue visto por más de 34 millones de... find out more

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Recommended Hotels

  • 1. photo of Buenos Aires V&S Hostel ClubBuenos Aires V&S Hostel Club

    What?
    Hostel.
    Where?
    Centrally located in the downtown area, close to the Obelisco.
    Anything else?
    The property has its own bar & common room where guests can mingle. Regular activities such as tango classes are held in the property for guests. Guests can choose from varied room types from private rooms suitable for one to larger shared dorms.

    boo rating 86%

  • 2. photo of Gran Hotel AmericaGran Hotel America(1 star hotel)

    What?
    4 star hotel.
    Where?
    Central location, close to many amenities.
    Anything else?
    91 rooms offered, encompassing various room types. As standard each room includes satellite television, hair dryer, radio, air conditioning and mini-bar. Reception is open 24 hours.

    boo rating 62%

  • 3. photo of Tango BackpackersTango Backpackers

    What?
    Hostel.
    Where?
    Located in the Palermo, close to restaurants & nightlife.
    Anything else?
    This lively hostel has its own bar & terrace area where guests can relax & mingle. Internet access is available on site. Guestrooms come complete with bed linen & security lockers.

    boo rating 77%

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