Comuna 12 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 Comuna 12 Hotel Deals
Up Barrio Norte
I stayed here two different times while coming into Buenos Aires and returning to Buenos Aires and both times were very pleasant! Clean, simple rooms, great staff and location was close to things I wanted to visit ! Great value for your money!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
Great place
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
nice, grand hotel that has seen better days many many years ago
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hilton Buenos Aires
Fantastic
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
good, convenient location to walk to ferry, bus and san telmo.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
We stayed at thus hotel 15 years ago. The age is showing. Whike still nice it isn't up to the standards i expected. Also, be aware that the pillows are terrible. I woke up throughout the night and had a terrible back ache each morning.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Comuna 12
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.
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.
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.
Villa Crespo
Villa Crespo is well liked for its bars and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Movistar Arena and Palermo Soho are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Malabia - Osvaldo Pugliese Station or Villa Crespo Station to get around.
Palermo Viejo
Consider a visit to Palermo Soho and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Palermo Viejo. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Plaza Italia Station or Palermo Station.
