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Buenos Aires, Argentina - April 15, 2015: The main square on of the Camanito in the La Boca neighborhood of Buenos Aires features brightly colored buildings and cobblestone streets that are a popular tourist destination. Tourists can be seen surrounding the most recognizable building the the neighborhood at the center of the square. The area is a popular destination for watching tango dancers in the street, shopping for souvenirs handicrafts made by local artisans and restaurants. It is the oldest neighborhood in Buenos Aires and is located at the mouth of the port, which gives it its namesake.

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Buenos Aires combines faded colonial architecture with Latin passion, dynamite dining and a robust nightlife. Sexy and alive, this beautiful city gets under your skin.

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    Palacio Barolo

    Buenos Aires

    One of Buenos Aires' most beautiful monuments, this 22-story building has a unique design inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy. Its structure is divided into…

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    Centro Cultural Kirchner

    Buenos Aires

    It was former president Néstor Kirchner who, in 2005, first proposed turning the abandoned former central post office into a cultural center. He died in…

  • General Belgrano's statue and Casa Rosada

    Casa Rosada

    Buenos Aires

    The Casa Rosada was named for its distinctive color. It was from the balcony here, at the presidential palace, that Eva Perón famously addressed the…

  • Cabildo de Buenos Aires, Plaza de Mayo

    Plaza de Mayo

    Buenos Aires

    Surrounded by the Casa Rosada, the Cabildo and the city’s main cathedral, Plaza de Mayo is the place where Argentines gather in vehement protest or…

  • La Recoleta Cemetery

    Cementerio de la Recoleta

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    This cemetery is perhaps BA's top attraction. You can wander for hours in this incredible city of the dead, where the ‘streets’ are lined with impressive…

  • Feria de Mataderos

    Feria de Mataderos

    Buenos Aires

    On the outskirts of the city in the working-class barrio of Mataderos, this excellent folkloric festival happens on Sundays and national holidays. Come…

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    Teatro Colón

    Buenos Aires

    Occupying an entire city block, this impressive seven-story theater is one of BA’s most prominent landmarks. It’s the city’s main performing arts venue,…

  • Centro Cultural Recoleta

    Centro Cultural Recoleta

    Recoleta & Barrio Norte

    Part of the original Franciscan convent and alongside its namesake church and cemetery, this excellent cultural center houses a variety of facilities,…

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Best Things to Do

Tap into the Argentine capital’s fabled energy by eating steak, dancing tango, taking in art, exploring green spaces and much more.

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Best Time to Visit

The magic of Buenos Aires lasts all year long, and festivals fill the calendar pretty much every month of the year. Here are the best times to come.

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Transportation

Navigating Buenos Aires' emblematic broad avenues is simple, and getting around the city by foot, bicycle, bus or subway is easy and generally safe.

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Free Things to Do

If you want to explore Buenos Aires without breaking the budget, start with these 10 free activities around the capital.

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Best Neighborhoods

Argentina's capital is a vibrant, buzzing metropolis, but it takes time to discover every corner. Here are the neighborhoods you absolutely can't miss.

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Day Trips

A short distance from Buenos Aires, you can discover gaucho culture, carnival celebrations, an island-filled river delta and more.

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