Buenos Aires

Best Things To Do

Although it may not seem that way at first, Buenos Aires is an extremely safe and child friendly city. There are many child-friendly eateries and lots of parks to explore. Porteños adore children; you are bound to get into some interesting conversations with the locals that never would have happened if not for your little ones. Keeping the kids busy for hours will not be difficult in Buenos Aires. A few suggestions for what you can do when travelling with the family:

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What to do with Children in Tow

Although it may not seem that way at first, Buenos Aires is an extremely safe and child friendly city. There are many child-friendly eateries and lots of parks to explore.

The famous Recoleta Cemetery

The famous Recoleta Cemetery is well worth a visit as it is the resting place of many Argentinian celebrities. It is open daily from 8am-6pm and you may even be able to catch one of the guided tours. ar

Recoleta

This barrio also has some beautiful French style buildings and is one of the most expensive areas to live.

The Cabildo

The Cabildo, situated opposite the Casa Rosada is the only surviving government building from colonial times so is worth the exploration, especially if you have an interest in architecture.

The Reserva Ecológica Costanera

The Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur nearby, is a picturesque garden, and an excellent alternative, particularly for nature lovers.

Puerto Madero

The antique port of Buenos Aires has been renewed however and now represents the latest architectural and entertainment trends of the city.

The San Telmo district

The San Telmo district is a must-visit as it preserves the old Spanish style architecture and streets. The roads tend to be paved with cobblestones, lending a quaint and romantic feel to the area.

The Buenos Aires Museum of Modern Art

The Buenos Aires Museum of Modern Art is worth a visit while you are here. It boasts a large collection of art and is situated on the main street of San Telmo: 350 San Juan Avenue. Entry is free.

The Palermo Gardens (Bosques de Palermo)

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Planetario de Galileo Galilei

There are plays and educational shows that take place there as well as the opportunity to gaze into the inky blackness above through an obscenely large telescope.

The Buenos Aires Zoo

The Buenos Aires Zoo is also located in Palermo and is a good place to visit. Entry is ARS22 and it is open 10:00am to 6:00pm daily.

The Plaza Italia

The Plaza Italia is the focal point of the suburb, surrounded by the zoo and the botanic gardens, and holding the monument to Giuseppe Garibaldi As it is the largest barrio in Buenos Aires, there are several su

Microcentro

Microcentro is the name used for the central Barrio, downtown, an ideal location for visitors to be near to the main historical spots of the Argentinean capital.

Calles Florida

There are many shops to suit all budgets and this is a good place to practice your Spanish as people are used to tourists.

The Retiro barrio

The Retiro barrio nearby hosts the main train station in the city. As you would expect, the place is packed with commuters and travelers any time you go there.

The Plaza San Martín

The Plaza San Martín in Retiro is good nature break from the city and many

Boedo

Boedo offers quite a variety of entertainments to the native and the tourist. It is one of the main Tango and historical areas in the city, and has many authentic cafes, theatres and pubs.

La Boca

The first things you’ll notice in La Boca are the brightly coloured houses! Many wooden and corrugated iron houses have been painted in primary colours and are a treat for the eyes.

The Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA)

A bit out of the way, but worth the trip is the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA) in the barrio of Castelar.

The majestic Teatro Colòn

In the San Nicholás barrio stands the majestic Teatro Colòn, the opera house. It is a beautiful building and if you get the chance to see a performance, go for it by all means!

Other Places

As well as places to see, there’s plenty to experience in Buenos Aires. Try some of the following on your trip: -Have a Gaucho Party! Live like the cowboys do in rural areas.