Barrio Norte Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Barrio Norte
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: 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
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English
Cooking Class Designed by Michelin Chef @ Argentine Experience
Our pick of the best Barrio Norte Hotel Deals
Vilon Recoleta Hotel
Muy buen hotel para llegar a Buenos Aires
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Dazzler by Wyndham Buenos Aires Recoleta
Very nice hotel. Stayed for 2 nights after our cruise. Great location within walking distance of restraints, Recoleta Cemetery and Hop on Hop off bus. Very accommodating staff - gave us early check in and late check out. Excellent breakfast served until 11am. Reasonably priced. Would definitely stay ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Arc Recoleta Boutique Hotel & Spa
Great location, great staff- they allowed early check-in which was awesome for us. Big room- nice balcony.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
BENS - Recoleta Park
The staff was excellent Maximiliano was very helpful, an attentive. The room was clean the hotel was very clean. No issues at all, i highly recommend this place.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Recoleta Grand, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
I stayed here for two nights, one night each two weeks apart, thus I had different rooms. Both times the staff was very accommodating to early and late arrival times. They were very kind to thus weary traveler. The beds were very comfortable, showers refreshing, Nespresso in the room. I was always ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Blank Hotel Recoleta
Well placed property, easy access to restaurants, the hop on and hop off bus. Great place to stay!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Norte
Recoleta
Consider a visit to Recoleta Cultural Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Recoleta. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Las Heras Station or Pueyrredon Station (Santa Fe).
Avenida Corrientes
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Avenida Corrientes. If sightseeing is on the list, Abasto Shopping Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Pasteur Station or Pueyrredon Station to see more of the area.
El Centro
Enjoy the popular shops in El Centro. Gran Rex Theatre is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Carlos Pellegrini Station or July 9 Station to see more of Buenos Aires.
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.
Balvanera
Get to know Balvanera and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Neverland and Abasto Shopping Center, and you can jump on the metro at Miserere Square Station or Once - 30 de Diciembre Station to get around the city.
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.
