Comuna 1 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.
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.
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.
Plaza de Mayo
This popular city square is surrounded by several historic buildings and museums and has played an important part in Argentine political life.
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.
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
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
Local Foodie Adventure in Buenos Aires with Sherpa Food Tours
Our pick of the best Comuna 1 Hotel Deals
El Conquistador Hotel
Staff were excellent. Room was ok but not well air conditioned. Restaurant was awesome.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Room was spacious and clean. Staff was very friendly & helpful but language was a challenge- most did not speak English.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Bien ubicado
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
Good location, clean and basically comfortable.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
Great service and very welcoming.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Huinid Obelisco Hotel
Room is very nice,comfortable, clean and big, also quite, very good breakfast,
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Comuna 1
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
