Retiro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Plaza San Martin
Relax in a park with a preserved lawn, trees, statues, a war memorial and a tower in the center of the city.
Torre de los Ingleses
Find out about the history of Buenos Aires when you spend time at Torre de los Ingleses. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
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.
Activities
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English
Argentine Experience 16 Course Tasting Menu of Traditional Dishes
Secrets of Historic Buenos Aires: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk
Our pick of the best Retiro Hotel Deals
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Excellent
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Breakfast was very simple, which is understandable for the price. The rooms were small but clean.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Principado Downtown
Orange juice was good.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hotel Pulitzer
The first night was horrible and we wanted to change hotels. The air conditioning when we got in was at 24'c. We were informed that it should go down to 20'c but when we returned 4 hours later, it was still at 23.5'c. We could not sleep as we were sweating despite being very tired. It was only the ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Park Tower, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Buenos Aires
Staff was really helpful and the hotel is clean the food ok but the area around not to safe
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
great
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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.
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.
El Centro
Enjoy the popular shops in El Centro. Obelisco 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.
Recoleta
Consider a visit to Recoleta Mall 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).
Barrio Norte
If you're spending time in Barrio Norte, you might enjoy attractions like Santa Fe Avenue and 9 de Julio Avenue. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Las Heras Station to see more of the city.
