What to do in Pampas

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Places to Visit in Pampas

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Top places to visit

1. Obelisco

The Obelisco stands tall in the center of Buenos Aires. It is perhaps the city’s most recognizable icon. The large stone pillar surrounded by lights and electric screens draws comparisons with New York’s Times Square. The column itself resembles the Washington Monument.
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Buenos Aires showing a sunset and a city

2. Palermo Soho

The attractive Palermo district is both charming and fun; no matter what you decide to do here, you will have a wonderful time and take some great memories away with you. Palermo is one of the most exciting and energetic districts in all of Buenos Aires; how you enjoy it depends on what time of day you visit! The Palermo district is characterised by tree-lined streets, cobblestone alleyways and charming buildings. It is home to both the Buenos Aires Zoo and the beautiful Botanical Gardens, which contains Roman, Oriental, and French sections, and is home to plant life from all over the world.
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Palermo Soho showing street scenes as well as an individual female

3. Florida Street

Florida Street is the most prominent shopping boulevard in the city. It is a traffic-free zone full of many different types of stores. Travelers often visit the street to pick up souvenirs of their trip. Find many leather shops, vendors and street performers. You can usually pay in dollars here to get a better rate than the official peso. With the street’s central location and eclectic range of shops, it has become a principal destination for Buenos Aires visitors.
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Florida Street which includes heritage architecture and a city

4. Colón Theatre

Teatro Colón is the home of the Buenos Aires Philharmonic Orchestra and the site of performances from some of the biggest names in opera and ballet. It opened in 1908 with a performance of Guiseppe Verdi’s Aida. The theatre is world-renowned for its tremendous acoustics and its bill of famous opera and ballet stars from Feodor Chaliapin and Igor Stravinsky to Luciano Pavarotti. With marble, gold and Venetian mosaic floors it is also considered an architectural masterpiece.
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Teatro Colon which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

5. Recoleta Cemetery

The small walkways of La Recoleta are lined with towering mausoleums, statues, and row upon row of tombs. The ambience of this location is unparalleled anywhere in the city. It’s also commonly recognised as one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world. It is located in an affluent residential neighbourhood in downtown Buenos Aires, and is a very popular destination with tourists.
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Recoleta Cemetery which includes a cemetery

6. Casa Rosada

With its highly visible pink façade and its place in the history of Argentine political life, the huge Casa Rosada (Pink House) on the Plaza de Mayo is one of the most famous sights in the city. Since the 1860s, the building has been used as presidential offices. The balcony at its rear has seen political figures, from General Leopoldo Galtieri to Eva and Juan Perón, address the Argentine people.
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Casa Rosada showing a monument, a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza

7. Plaza de Mayo

Its central position to important political buildings such as the Casa Rosada and Cabildo means Plaza de Mayo has been the site of watershed moments throughout Argentina’s fraught history. Today it’s one of the most popular attractions in the city, for its grand architecture and fascinating background. Although it was mapped out in 1580 during the foundation of the city, the square got its name from the 1810 May Revolution. This was when Buenos Aires declared independence from Spain and began the Argentine War of Independence.
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Plaza de Mayo which includes a city and heritage architecture

8. La Bombonera

La Bombonera (the Chocolate Box) is the stadium of one of the most illustrious soccer clubs in South America, the Boca Juniors. The stadium takes its name from its unusual design; it has one flat side with the rest of the stadium arched around it. The grounds have a seating capacity of 49,000 and have also hosted music concerts over the years. Look for the museum, VIP boxes and paintings as you tour the inside.
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La Bombonera

9. Palace of the Argentine National Congress

Experience the political life of Argentina first-hand as you tour the incredible Congreso de la Nacion Argentina (National Congress) palace, built in 1906. The greco-Roman building shares features with many well-known grand buildings around the globe, including Washington D.C.’s U.S. Capitol.
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Argentine National Congress which includes a garden and heritage architecture

Recommended things to do in Pampas

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Pampas

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Obelisk

4/5(70 reviews)

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.

Obelisk
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Palermo Soho

4.5/5(30 reviews)

From trendy Soho to glitzy Hollywood, Palermo is a top destination for visitors to Buenos Aires.

Palermo Soho
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Florida Street

4/5(41 reviews)

The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.

Florida Street
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Colón Theatre

4.5/5(52 reviews)

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.

Colón Theatre
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Recoleta Cemetery

4.5/5(75 reviews)

This vast and fascinating cemetery is the perfect stop in Buenos Aires for anyone who truly appreciates beauty.

Recoleta Cemetery
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Casa Rosada

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Visit the famous salmon pink offices of the president of Argentina and tour galleries and a museum about the country’s political life.

Casa Rosada
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Plaza del Mayo

4.5/5(69 reviews)

This popular city square is surrounded by several historic buildings and museums and has played an important part in Argentine political life.

Plaza del Mayo
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La Bombonera

4/5(17 reviews)

The stadium of the illustrious soccer team Boca Juniors is renowned for its superb atmosphere. It is uniquely shaped like a box of chocolates.

La Bombonera
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Palace of the Argentine National Congress

4/5(35 reviews)

This dramatic neoclassical palace is the heart of Argentina’s political life. See the opulent architecture and bronze sculptures on a free guided tour.

Palace of the Argentine National Congress

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Japanese Garden featuring a park and a pond

Palermo

4.5/5(57 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Distrito Arcos 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.

Palermo
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Recoleta

4.5/5(59 area reviews)

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).

Recoleta
Puerto Madero showing modern architecture, night scenes and skyline

Puerto Madero

5/5(5 area reviews)

Puerto Madero is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Puerto Madero Casino and Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur while you're in town.

Puerto Madero
Downtown Buenos Aires

El Centro

4.5/5(115 area reviews)

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.

El Centro
Casa Rosada which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Microcentro

Sociedad Rural Argentina and Florida 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.

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Palermo Hollywood

Palermo Hollywood is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Braga Menendez Contemporary Art, a top place to visit in the area.

Palermo Hollywood