Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires

When it comes to Buenos Aires, you can rest assured that it is a city that will touch your heart. Hidden inside a bay, but in no way unnoticeable, this metropolis with a population of 3 million people won’t cause you to lose track in it as other cold cities would. Kind passers-by will do their best to help you find your way around this pleasantly warm South American city. Buenos Aires is the third-largest city on the South American continent, and is home to one of the most important piers in that part of the world. The capital of Argentina is one of the rare autonomous municipalities of the world. Even though it is included in the territory of the province that carries the same name, the city separated from it in 1880, after the end of the Argentine Civil Wars, and thanks to a lengthy federalization process ended.

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Tourist map

Map of Buenos Aires

Discover what is nearby, all attractions, sights and museums , shopping zones, parks and restaurants in Buenos Aires.

Tourist map of Buenos Aires

History

History of Buenos Aires
The city of Buenos Aires was founded twice. First of all, an expedition led by captain Pedro Mendosa founded the city in 1536, having named it Nuestra Señora Santa María del Buen Aire after the patron saint of sailors, bringing them good wind i.e. buen aire.

History of Buenos Aires

Sights

Sights in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is riddled with landmarks that testify of major historical events that shaped both Buenos Aires and Argentina. On this page, foreign visitors will find numerous landmarks that should not be missed once you visit the city

Sights in Buenos Aires

Museums

Museums in Buenos Aires

There are many museums in Buenos Aires. Dedicated to the liberation of Argentina and its great revolutions, as well as contemporary art, visitors will surely enjoy them. On this page you will find a list of museums that you must see when you visit Buenos Aires.

Museums in Buenos Aires

Shopping

Shopping in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is a city whose shopping potential will amaze you. As in all major cities in the world, you will be able to find shops of every international luxury goods producers, as well as retail centers and local shops that sell products made in Argentina. Local antique markets are also popular, while jewelry and furniture markets also attract many visitors. The Matadores Fair is visited by around 15 thousand people each week.

Shopping in Buenos Aires

Transportation

Transportation in Buenos Aires

Public transport in Buenos Aires consists of different systems that allow you to travel easily and quickly, as well as to visit many landmarks, museums and other attractions. You can travel by bus (colectivos), metro (subte), taxi, train or on bicycles. Of course, we recommend that you avoid travelling during rush hour, when people are going to, or returning from, work.

Transportation in Buenos Aires

Kitchen & Recipes

Kitchen & Recipes in Buenos Aires

Argentine cuisine is perfect for meat lovers. Europe had a great impact on the cuisine of Argentina, especially Italy and Spain. Even though Argentine restaurants can be found around the world, the best beef can only be tasted in Argentina itself. The country is famous for quality red wine, which we highly recommend.

Kitchen & Recipes in Buenos Aires

Information

Information in Buenos Aires

Here, you will find a list of information that we deem important for our visitors to inform themselves on time on important things about Buenos Aires. The information listed contains data on sim cards, various prices, cigarette prices and many more things that will grant you a carefree trip.

Information in Buenos Aires

Excursions

Excursions in Buenos Aires

When we talk about excursions near Buenos Aires, we primarily mean a trip to Patagonia. This is not exactly a trip that will last one day, it is more a unique journey that we are sure that our visitors will gladly go on. Get to know all the beauties of Patagonia and indulge your imagination with our articles and recommendations.

Excursions in Buenos Aires

History of Buenos Aires

The city of Buenos Aires was founded twice. First of all, an expedition led by captain Pedro Mendosa founded the city in 1536, having named it Nuestra Señora Santa María del Buen Aire after the patron saint of sailors, bringing them good wind i.e. buen aire). Mendosa soon became the first governor of the entire region. The local population didn’t like the fact that Spanish sailors were migrating to the shores of Argentina, which soon led to a rebellion. Due to the fact that the Spanish were a minority at the time, coupled with a lack of supplies, they were forced to retreat.

History of Buenos Aires

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Buenos Aires

When it comes to Buenos Aires, you can rest assured that it is a city that will touch your heart. Hidden inside a bay, but in no way unnoticeable, this metropolis with a population of 3 million people won’t cause you to lose track in it as other cold cities would. Kind passers-by will do their best to help you find your way around this pleasantly warm South American city. Buenos Aires is the third-largest city on the South American continent, and is home to one of the most important piers in that part of the world. The capital of Argentina is one of the rare autonomous municipalities of the world. Even though it is included in the territory of the province that carries the same name, the city separated from it in 1880, after the end of the Argentine Civil Wars, and thanks to a lengthy federalization process ended.

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