Chinatown 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.
Recoleta Cemetery
This vast and fascinating cemetery is the perfect stop in Buenos Aires for anyone who truly appreciates beauty.
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.
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.
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: 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
Boca Juniors Stadium and Museum Admission Ticket
Cooking Class Designed by Michelin Chef @ Argentine Experience
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Up Barrio Norte
Excellent
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
it has no bar ,no kitchen
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
nice, grand hotel that has seen better days many many years ago
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
The front desk was poorly staffed, it took forever to check in both times and we never got the view we requested when we made the reservation, which was city view. The restaurant food was terrible, STAY AWAY from that restaurant!
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hilton Buenos Aires
Great stay there
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Tango de Mayo Hotel
Clean room.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Belgrano
The churches and coffee shops are just a few things visitors like about Belgrano. Barrancas de Belgrano and River Plate Stadium are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Belgrano C Station or Oath Station to get around the larger area.
Nunez
While you're in Nunez, take in top sights like Sanitary Works Stadium or Calesita de la Plaza Balcarce, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tucuman Congress Station or Rivadavia Station.
Colegiales
Well liked for its live music and theatres, Colegiales is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mercado de las Pulgas and Calesita Colegiales, and jump on the metro at Colegiales Station to get around the city.
Palermo Hollywood
Palermo Hollywood 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 Braga Menendez Contemporary Art or Centro Cultural Palermo Grande.
Comuna 14
While you're in Comuna 14, take in top sights like USA Applicant Service Center or Palermo Hippodrome, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palermo Station or Plaza Italia Station.
Palermo
Consider a visit to USA Applicant Service Center and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Palermo. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Palermo Station or Plaza Italia Station.
