Popular places to visit
Obelisco
This giant pillar was built to mark the 400th anniversary of the city’s inception. Now, it stands as the most famous icon in Buenos Aires.
Palermo Soho
From trendy Soho to glitzy Hollywood, Palermo is a top destination for visitors to Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Cemetery
This vast and fascinating cemetery is the perfect stop in Buenos Aires for anyone who truly appreciates beauty.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Casa Rosada
Visit the famous salmon pink offices of the president of Argentina and tour galleries and a museum about the country’s political life.
Colón Theatre
Enjoy some of the best acoustics in the world at an opera, ballet or orchestral performance, or take a guided tour of this beautiful theatre.
Activities
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Argentine Experience 16 Course Tasting Menu of Traditional Dishes
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
Local Foodie Adventure in Buenos Aires with Sherpa Food Tours
Señor Tango Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner)
Our pick of the best Barracas Hotel Deals
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
La espera para hacer check in y check out fue bastante, solo hay 2 personas, podrían poner 4 o 6 sobre todo en temporada alta
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Muy bueno
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Up Barrio Norte
Clean room, friendly staff, good location.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
The whole place was very clean. And what neat old building. Lots of marble. And I had a grest view.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Pulitzer
Nice last minute pitstop after delayed flight. Everything you would want in a hotel
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Marriott Hotel Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport
Breakfast was well done, fruits, pastries, savory and sweet. Good coffee. Roommate large, clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barracas
San Telmo
San Telmo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to San Telmo Antiques Fair or Plaza Dorrego.
Puerto Madero
Puerto Madero is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Puerto Madero Casino and Port of Buenos Aires while you're in town.
Monserrat
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Monserrat. Make a stop by Barolo Palace or 9 de Julio Avenue while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Moreno Station or Lima Station to get around town.
San Nicolás
While you're in San Nicolás, take in top sights like Obelisco or Gran Rex Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at July 9 Station or Diagonal Norte Station.
Buenos Aires Central Business District
If you're spending time in Buenos Aires Central Business District, check out sights like Obelisco or Luna Park Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Correo Central Station or Leandro N Alem Station.
Microcentro
Florida Street and Gran Rex Theatre are top sights in Microcentro, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Florida Station or Lavalle Station to see more sights in the area.
Barracas Travel Guide
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- Caminito Street
- Plaza Francia
- Galeria Güemes
- Casa Rosada
- Cabildo
- Obelisco
- Usina del Arte
- 9 de Julio Avenue
- French Embassy
- Women's Bridge
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- Ciudad Cultural Konex
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- Cafe Tortoni
- Planetario Galileo Galilei
- Recoleta Mall
- Buenos Aires Eco Park
- El Molino
- Alto Palermo Shopping Center
- Plaza Italia
- Alvear Tower
- La Boca Holidays
- Colón Theatre
- Carlos Thays Botanic Garden
- Autódromo de Buenos Aires Juan y Oscar Gálvez
- Visit Recoleta
- Visit La Boca
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- Visit San Telmo
- Visit Monserrat
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- Visit Flores
- Visit Palermo
- Visit Buenos Aires Central Business District
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