Mataderos
Buenos Aires
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.
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.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
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.
Things to do
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Buenos Aires: A Must-See Tango Experience at Madero Tango
Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English
Buenos Aires by Night Premium city tour
Top hotels in Mataderos
El Conquistador Hotel
Staff were excellent. Room was ok but not well air conditioned. Restaurant was awesome.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Up Barrio Norte
Great staff, convenient location.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Great place! Great location! Sheraton quality!
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Dazzler by Wyndham Buenos Aires Polo
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Nice breakfast. Close to public transportation. Nice neighborhood with plenty of cafes nearby. Only one small complaint and that is that the cord on the hairdryer was so short it made it difficult to use.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Huinid Obelisco Hotel
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was clean. Felt very comfortable.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mataderos
Caballito
While you're in Caballito, take in top sights like Argentine Museum of Natural Sciences or Calesita del Parque Rivadavia, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Primera Junta Station or Acoyte Station.
Villa Crespo
Get to know Villa Crespo and its many features like its bars and gardens. You might want to explore sights like Movistar Arena and Calle Thames, and you can jump on the metro at Malabia - Osvaldo Pugliese Station or Villa Crespo Station to get around the city.
Balvanera
Get to know Balvanera and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Neverland and Abasto Shopping Center, and you can jump on the metro at Miserere Square Station or Once - 30 de Diciembre Station to get around the city.
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 Viejo
Travelers choose Palermo Viejo for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Plaza Italia Station or Palermo Station and check out top sights like Palermo Soho.
Avenida Corrientes
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Avenida Corrientes. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abasto Shopping Center, and catch the metro at Pasteur Station or Pueyrredon Station to see more of the area.
