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Curated local guides to experience Buenos Aires like a resident.
An editorial compendium of the places we'd recommend to a friend visiting Buenos Aires for the first time: real tango, classic bodegones, hidden bars and the city's unmissable icons.
Food
A few places we love, near the apartment.
El Bodegón de Madero
A classic Buenos Aires experience steps from the river: hearty cooking, traditional flavors, warm unpretentious atmosphere.
Siga La Vaca
A classic all-you-can-eat parrilla: traditional grilled meats and plentiful sides in a relaxed setting.
Sagardi
Authentic Basque cuisine with pintxos, grilled meats and top-quality produce. Spanish tradition, fire and a celebration of food.
Jugador 12
A football-loving parrilla full of Boca Juniors spirit. Grilled meats, lively vibe and generous portions.
Free Hugs
24-hour bar and convenience store right next to the entrance. Fast food, empanadas, sandwiches, drinks. Indoor and outdoor seating.
La Veneciana
A traditional ice-cream parlor, emblem of the Italian heritage in Buenos Aires. Classic flavors and artisan creams.
Cabaña Las Lilas
Puerto Madero's most famous premium steakhouse. Select Argentine cuts with a view of the docks.
La Parolaccia del Mare
Italian cuisine with handmade pastas and seafood. Refined setting facing the dock with panoramic views.
El Obrero
A legendary La Boca bodegón, a favorite of Bono and Maradona. Home-style Buenos Aires cooking, house wine and walls covered in history.
Plaza Asturias
A classic Spanish restaurant with tradition, generous plates and a family atmosphere for decades.
El Refuerzo
A classic Buenos Aires bodegón with home cooking, generous portions and affordable prices. Neighborhood spirit in every dish.
Cafe San Juan
Creative cuisine in San Telmo. Inventive dishes with fresh produce, warm atmosphere and a curated wine list.
Mercado de San Telmo
A historic market with fruit, vegetable, butcher, antiques and food stalls. An unmissable local experience.
Tango
Three places where tango is still alive — not the one danced for tourists, but the one you feel.
La Flor de Barracas
A historic working-class tavern in southern Buenos Aires, deeply tied to tango and the Barracas neighborhood.
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Los Laureles
The historic Barracas tango bar, founded in 1893 and recognized as a Notable Bar of Buenos Aires.
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Madero Tango
An iconic Buenos Aires show combining tango, live music, dance and dining in Puerto Madero.
Read moreBars
Historic bars and cocktail spots near San Telmo and Puerto Madero.
Bar Británico
A heritage-listed bar facing Parque Lezama, open since 1928. Coffee, croissants and the soul of San Telmo in every corner.
Hipopótamo
A classic Buenos Aires bar with decades of history. Cocktails, shared plates and a mix of tradition and nightlife.
Temple Craft Madero
Craft brewery in Puerto Madero with a wide range of local beers, good food and dock views.
Havanna Madero Eye
Premium café and alfajores with dock views. Perfect for coffee, afternoon tea or taking home Havanna alfajores as gifts.
Café Martínez
Argentine coffee chain with good coffee, croissants and options for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack.
La Puerta Roja
A hidden bar behind a red door. A San Telmo classic with a laid-back vibe and solid cocktails.
Doppelgänger
A classic cocktail bar specializing in gin, vermouth and signature drinks. A must-stop on the Buenos Aires cocktail scene.
Bar Sur
A historic bar with live tango shows. Small, intimate, and full of the spirit of old Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires
Can't-miss places to get to know the city.
Plaza de Mayo & Casa Rosada
Argentina's historic and political heart. Casa Rosada, Cathedral and Cabildo around the square.
Puerto Madero & Puente de la Mujer
A promenade facing the docks, the Sarmiento frigate and the Calatrava bridge. Restaurants, bars and the Ecological Reserve beyond.
Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur
350 hectares of wetland facing the Río de la Plata. Ideal for walking, running or biking. Free entry.
Mercado de San Telmo
A historic market from 1897. Antique dealers, food stalls, butchers and the Sunday fair along Defensa street.
Caminito & La Boca
An open-air museum street with colorful houses, street tango and the Quinquela Martín Museum. Visit only during the day.
Teatro Colón
One of the world's finest opera houses. Daily guided tours and a season of opera, ballet and concerts.
Cementerio de la Recoleta
Century-old mausoleums, notable sculptures and Eva Perón's tomb. One of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world.
MALBA
Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires. Works by Frida Kahlo, Xul Solar, Berni and rotating exhibitions.
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
Argentina's most important art museum. Works by Goya, Rodin, Monet, Pettoruti and Quinquela Martín. Free admission.
Museo de Arte Moderno
Contemporary Argentine art in a converted industrial building. Rotating exhibitions of local and international artists.
Fundación Proa
Contemporary art center in La Boca with world-class international exhibitions. Rooftop terrace overlooking the Riachuelo.
Usina del Arte
Cultural center in a restored 1916 power plant. Concerts, opera, theater and art shows. Spectacular architecture.
Parque Lezama
A historic park on the border of San Telmo and La Boca. Pedro de Mendoza monument, National Historical Museum and weekend fairs.
Football
Experience Argentine football in its most iconic stadiums.
River Plate Experience
Premium seats for River Plate and Argentina national team matches at the Monumental Stadium.
La Bombonera — Museo de la Pasión Boquense
Guided tour of Boca Juniors' legendary stadium. Includes the Pasión Boquense museum and pitch access.
Museo River
Tour of the Monumental Stadium with club history, locker rooms and pitch access.
Transport
Getting around Buenos Aires from Puerto Madero.
Tarjeta SUBE
Rechargeable card for subway, buses and trains. Buy at kiosks and stations.
Red de Subte — Mapa
6 lines (A, B, C, D, E and H) connecting the centre to the neighbourhoods. Pay with the SUBE card.
Uber
Ride-hailing app available throughout the city. Card payment, no cash needed.
DiDi
A budget-friendly Uber alternative. Ride-hailing app with competitive fares in Buenos Aires.
Cabify
Ride-hailing app with premium vehicles. Professional service and fixed fare before your trip.
Taxi
Licensed black-and-yellow taxis. Always ask for the meter to be used.
Buenos Aires Bus — Hop on / Hop off
Sightseeing bus with a stop just meters from the building. Routes through Buenos Aires' main attractions with audio guide.
Aeroparque (AEP)
20–25 min. Taxi ≈ USD 15 (in pesos). Also Uber and airport transfers at the arrivals stand.
Ezeiza (EZE)
30–45 min. Taxi ≈ USD 25 (in pesos). Uber and transfers available before exit.
Pharmacies
Pharmacies open late and on-call near the apartment.
Farmacity — Puerto Madero
Pharmacy with extended hours near the apartment. Medicine, toiletries and essentials.
Farmacity — San Telmo
A large branch in San Telmo. Ideal for quick visits and over-the-counter medication.
Supermarkets
Supermarkets and mini-markets near the apartment.
Jumbo San Telmo
A hypermarket with a wide range of imported and fresh products.
Emergencies
Direct lines to Buenos Aires' main emergency services.
Policía
911
24/7 emergencies. Direct line to the City Police.
Bomberos
100
Fires, accidents and emergencies. 24/7.
SAME
107
Free ambulance service and medical emergencies.
Defensa Civil
103
Disaster, fire, flood and rescue assistance.
Turismo
+541143162128
Buenos Aires Tourist Police. Visitor assistance.
Violencia de género
144
Free national hotline, 24/7 support.