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
Discover outstanding shopping, exquisite dining and energetic nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Cemetery
This beautiful cemetery in Buenos Aires is the final resting place of many of Argentina’s most notable politicians and public figures, including Eva Perón.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Casa Rosada
Admire the pink façade of one of Argentina’s most recognizable buildings, take a tour of its halls and galleries and visit a museum displaying political artifacts.
Colón Theatre
Visit one of the world’s finest theaters to watch operas, ballets and concerts or take a guided tour of the salons and auditorium.
Things to do
Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Argentine Experience 16 Course Tasting Menu of Traditional Dishes
Buenos Aires: A Must-See Tango Experience at Madero Tango
Buenos Aires by Night Premium city tour
Top hotels in Barracas
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Excellent
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Good location. Great staff , clean and safe !
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Up Barrio Norte
All was as expected. Nice little hotel close to all. Small rooms but nice modern and clean. The staff was really good.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Principado Downtown
Everything was great, the food, cleanness and the people were great
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
The whole place was very clean. And what neat old building. Lots of marble. And I had a grest view.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Hotel Pulitzer
Nice staff, good size room, nice bed with good linen.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barracas
San Telmo
San Telmo is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Telmo Antiques Fair and Plaza Dorrego while in the area.
Puerto Madero
Puerto Madero 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 Puerto Madero Casino or Port 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.
San Nicolás
If you're spending time in San Nicolás, check out sights like Obelisco or Gran Rex Theatre and hop on the metro to see more the city at July 9 Station or Diagonal Norte Station.
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 the city at Correo Central Station or Leandro N Alem Station.
Microcentro
Microcentro is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Florida Street and Lavalle Street. See more of Buenos Aires by jumping on the metro at Florida Station or Lavalle Station.
