Buenos Aires has been called the “Paris of South America” for decades, but to know this city is to endure a decidedly more visceral affair. Beneath the neoclassical architecture, artful pastries, and sprawling green spaces is the bleeding heart of the city—a city where the soccer games are to be wept over, the whip-quick moves of tango never miss a beat, and the sounds of sizzling asado and flowing Malbec carry late into the night.
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From Buenos Aires to the Chilean Coast: A Road Trip Across South America
Road trips mean untold adventures, wide-screen wilderness, and striking out alone. On a dramatic ride from Argentina to Chile, Stanley Stewart traces the continent's highest peaks, reaching the coast at a smartly unplugged new camp.
Rumaan Alam on a Whirlwind Romantic Trip to Buenos Aires
The author reminisces on a 2003 trip to Argentina with his now-husband, photographer David Land.
Learn to Cook, Tango, and Ski on Francis Mallmann's Private Argentine Island
The world-famous chef invites you to escape to Patagonia.
15 Best Hotels in Buenos Aires
Here's where to turn down in Argentina's energetic capital city.
Editor Hotel Recommendations
Anselmo Buenos Aires, Curio Collection by Hilton$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Aieta 1069This Hilton property is set in Buenos Aires's most atmospheric neighborhood.Read full review
San Isidro Plaza HotelArgentina, Buenos Aires, 9 de Julio 525A meticulously preserved 1930s theater turned boutique hotel that makes you feel like you've discovered Buenos Aires's best-kept secret.Read full review
Mio Buenos Aires$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Av Pres. Manuel Quintana 465All rooms have balconies that overlook some of Buenos Aires' swankiest apartments.Read full review.jpg)
Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires$$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Avenida Alvear 1661This temple of chic overlooking downtown Buenos Aires is bringing sexy back to the neighborhood.Read full review
Faena Hotel Buenos Aires$$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Martha Salotti 445Faena is pricey but if you want to be right in Puerto Madero and are a fan of Starck's brand of design, this hotel is for you.Read full review
Casa Lucía$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Arroyo 841A soothing embrace in a city that otherwise skews on the side of chaos.Read full review
Alvear Art Hotel$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Suipacha 1036For sophisticated comfort.Read full review
Alvear Icon$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Aimé Painé 1130A sleek, stylish hotel surrounded by historic brick buildings.Read full review
Palo Santo Hotel$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Bonpland 2275In mellow Palermo Hollywood, you might not notice that a boutique hotel lies just beyond the wooden gate.Read full review
Algodon Mansion$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Montevideo 1647A sophisticated and intimate atmosphere that's worth the price tag.Read full review
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The Best Things to Do in Buenos Aires
15 Best Things to Do in Buenos AiresJust make sure to pack your walking (and dancing) shoes.
9 Best Shops in Buenos AiresYou won't be going home empty-handed.
10 Best Places for Tango in Buenos AiresWhen the sun sets, the dancing starts.
3 Best Day Trips from Buenos AiresSometimes, it pays to get out of the city.
10 Best Tours in Buenos AiresHere's how to explore different sides of Argentina's cosmopolitan capital.
10 Best Museums To Visit in Buenos AiresThis city is a cultural powerhouse. Here's what to see first.
Editor Recommendations
Museo del Mate$ | Argentina, Tigre, Lavalle 289A thorough timeline of Argentina's history of drinking mate.Read full review
Museo de Arte Tigre$ | Argentina, Tigre, Saldias 1289For a close-up of a stunning mansion in a unique waterfront location, come here.Read full review
Museo Draghi$ | Argentina, San Antonio de Areco, Lavalle 387This small private collection shows off silverware dating back to the 19th-century, as well as contemporary work by the Draghi family.Read full review
Buenos Aires Cultural Concierge, Boating on the Tigre Delta$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,For a different and personalized vista of Tigre and the Delta, try this boat trip.Read full review
BA Free TourArgentina, Buenos Aires,If you just landed in BA, this is a great "free" option to get in on.Read full review
Shop Hop Buenos Aires$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,If you're into supporting small designers and picking up original wares, this tour is for you.Read full review
Parrilla Tour$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,Foodies hungry for a culinary insight into a national pastime—barbecue—will love this. Veggies, stay away.Read full review
Buenos Aires Cultural Concierge's Art Insider Tour$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,Serious art collectors will relish the chance to get close to gallerists and artists, while novices will surely catch the art bug.Read full review
Behind the Scenes of Argentina's Legendary Cowboy Competition
Each Sunday at the Feria de Mataderos, a fair on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, nostalgic locals craving a culture fix can get their fill of traditional asado (barbecue) and folk dancing while cheering on gauchos racing their steeds in the prestigious corrida de sortija. Photographer Anders Overgaard shares some of his outtakes and insights from our March story, "Taking Style Inspiration from Argentina's Gauchos."
The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Buenos Aires
22 Best Restaurants in Buenos AiresOur list for where to eat when you're in town.
15 Best Bars in Buenos AiresThirsty? We got you.
13 Best Steakhouses in Buenos AiresCarnivores rejoice.- 10 Best Places for Tango in Buenos AiresWhen the sun sets, the dancing starts.
Editor Restaurant and Bar Recommendations
Aramburu$$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Vicente López 1661
Las Chicas de la 3$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,
Parrilla El Pobre Luis$ | Argentina, Bueonos Aires, Arribeños 2393.jpg)
Gran Dabbang$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires,When that craving hits for unique flavors, Dabbang delivers a noteworthy mash up of Argentine, Latin American and South Asian genres.
Casa Elena Restaurante$$$ | Argentina, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Av. 12 de Octubre 1425, B1629 Pilar
El Preferido de Palermo$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Jorge Luis Borges 2108, C1425 FFD,
Julia Restaurante$$ | Argentina, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Loyola 807
Trescha$$$ | Argentina, Buenos Aires, Murillo 725Breathing new life into world flavors with architecturally captivating dishes.
Kōnā CornerArgentina, Buenos Aires, Castañeda 1899The realization of an acclaimed Argentine chef's lifelong passion for Japanese cuisine and culture.
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A Day in Buenos Aires
Excellent local wine, a booming (and affordable) food scene, history and art on every corner: It’s easy to see why spending just a few days in Buenos Aires, Argentina, can make it so hard to leave.
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Places to Stay
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Book for Carnival, Lollapalooza, or just an Argentine vacation.
Destinations
Another Dance with Buenos Aires, the City I Once Called Home
After nearly three decades away, Tony Perrottet sifts through the city's many layers, from modern restaurants and museums to the legendary tango bars.
Style & Culture
In Buenos Aires, Queer Tango Gatherings Are More Important Than Ever
These milongas are creating a safe space for LGBTQ+ dancers in a changing Argentina.
Places to Stay
11 Best Airbnbs in Buenos Aires, From Palermo to San Telmo
These properties offer something for everyone, from private spas to pet-friendly patios.
Food & Drink
Where Chefs Eat on Vacation: Elena Reygadas on Buenos Aires' Best Empanadas, Morcilla, and White Wine
Consider this your essential restaurant guide to the Argentine city.
Style & Culture
The Magic of Carnival Porteño
A year of preparation comes to a head each February, when neighborhood song and dance troupes take to the streets of Buenos Aires.
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Women Who Travel
Catching a Glimpse of My Mother’s Past on a Trip to Buenos Aires
Reunited in the city her mother once called home, Sanaë Lemoine sees another side of the woman who raised her.
Food & Drink
In Buenos Aires, a New Generation of Pastry Chefs Are Celebrating the City’s Sweet Tooth
And pushing the boundaries of the city’s traditional bakeries in the process.
Food & Drink
This Emerging Food District Is Home to Buenos Aires’s Most Exciting New Restaurants
And it offers so much more than asado.
The Latest
Norwegian Air Argentina Is Set to Fly in October
This spin-off of the popular low-cost airline could reshape the way we fly around South America.
Plan Now, Go Now
Plan Now, Go Now: Buenos Aires in September, Plus a Last-Minute Spring Break Trip
Making the case for a trip out west, and looking ahead to polo season in Argentina.
Inspiration
The 15 Best Restaurants in Buenos Aires
The next time you're in Argentina's capital, here's where—and what—to eat.
News & Advice
This Weekend in Buenos Aires: The Biggest Art Fair in South America
Some 100,000 visitors will be taking part in this art fair in Buenos Aires's exclusive Palermo neighborhood.
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