Barracas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Recoleta Cemetery
This vast and fascinating cemetery is the perfect stop in Buenos Aires for anyone who truly appreciates beauty.
La Bombonera
The stadium of the illustrious soccer team Boca Juniors is renowned for its superb atmosphere. It is uniquely shaped like a box of chocolates.
Activities
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
El Viejo Almacen Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Boca Juniors Stadium and Museum Admission Ticket
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Our pick of the best Barracas Hotel Deals
Hilton Buenos Aires
"Very ordinary"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
"Es la segunda vez que me hospedo en el hotel. Lo recomiendo. Todo excelente. Limpieza, personal, instalaciones y desayuno."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
"Habitaciones con techos con humedad telas de arañas, sábanas, mantas y toallas muy viejas y manchadas, la infraestructura del hotel, 1 ascensor malogrado, tuve que pagar otro hotel para poder descansar cómodos y tranquilos, tengo los comprobantes, solo un counter, ni sofás para la espera al checkin ..."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Alvear Palace Hotel
"Several years ago, Alvrea had a period of decay. NOT ANYMORE!! Super recomended"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Up Barrio Norte
"Very good location, clean, lots of shops and restaurants nearby"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Tango de Mayo Hotel
"Charming hotel with a great breakfast, we had a lovely and comfortable stay."
Reviewed on 21 May 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 Centro Cultural Kirchner and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Correo Central Station or Leandro N Alem Station.
Microcentro
Florida Street and Lavalle Street 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
- Swiss Clinic and Maternity Argentina
- Plaza de Mayo
- Mariano Moreno National Library of the Argentine Republic
- Ciudad Cultural Konex
- Palace of the Argentine National Congress
- Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral
- Monserrat Holidays
- Museo Historico de Cera
- Brazilian Embassy
- Puerto Madero Casino
- Parroquia San Pedro Gonzalez Telmo
- Paseo Alcorta Mall
- 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
- Visit Comuna 8
- Visit San Telmo
- Visit Monserrat
- Visit Comuna 4
- Visit Flores
- Visit Palermo
- Visit Buenos Aires Central Business District
- Visit Abasto
- Visit Caballito
- Visit Boedo
