Buenos Aires, Argentina 4 Day Itinerary

Buenos Aires 4-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Downtown & La Boca

Morning:

  • Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Café Tortoni (Av de Mayo 825) - one of the city’s historic cafés.
  • Visit the iconic Plaza de Mayo and see the Casa Rosada, the government house where Eva Perón gave her famous speeches.
  • Explore the nearby Congreso Nacional (Argentine National Congress) building.

Afternoon:

  • Head to La Boca neighborhood, home to the famous Caminito Street with colorful houses and tango dancers. Visit the La Bombonera Stadium if a football game is on.
  • Lunch at Los Saladeros (Caminito 465) - try local dishes such as empanadas and milanesa.
  • Visit the Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires (MALBA) for contemporary Latin American art.

Evening:

  • Enjoy a tango show at El Viejo Almacén (Caminito 463) or La Confitería Ideal (Sante Fe Avenue and Bolívar Street).
  • Dine at Paris Latino (Arévalo 2079) - an upscale restaurant with live tango music.

Day 2: Recoleta & Palermo

Morning:

  • Start your day with breakfast at Hugo’s (Juan León Felipe 456) in the Palermo neighborhood.
  • Explore the upscale neighborhood of Recoleta. Visit the Cementerio de la Recoleta to see the tombs of Eva Perón and other notable Argentines.
  • Check out Plaza Francia, where you’ll find street performers, vendors, and sometimes art exhibitions.

Afternoon:

  • Lunch at El Jardin del Tango (Arévalo 2578) - enjoy traditional Argentine food with a view of the Palermo gardens.
  • Visit Japanese Gardens for some peace and tranquility.
  • Explore the trendy boutiques and art galleries in the Palermo Soho district.

Evening:

  • Dinner at Casa Cruz (Arévalo 6578) - an elegant restaurant with a seasonal menu.
  • End your day with drinks and live music at La Marón (Guatemala 4921) or Vegas Palace (Thames 360).

Day 3: San Telmo & Puerto Madero

Morning:

  • Breakfast at Buenos Aires Kitchen (Defensa 875) in the San Telmo neighborhood.
  • Explore the antiques fair on Feria de San Telmo, held every Sunday.
  • Visit the Plaza Dorrego for live music and tango shows during the weekend.

Afternoon:

  • Lunch at La Casa de la Abuela (Defensa 970) - try their famous milanesa a la napolitana.
  • Head to Puerto Madero, the city’s modern district with trendy restaurants and waterfront promenades. Visit the iconic ** Puente de la Mujer** (Woman’s Bridge).

Evening:

  • Dinner at Cabaña Las Lilas (Avenida Pedro de Mendoza 1925) - enjoy seafood with a view of the river.
  • Stroll along the Puerto Madero waterfront and check out the modern architecture.

Day 4: Modern & Off-the-Beaten-Path

Morning:

  • Breakfast at El Sanjuanino (San Juan 376) - try their famous croissants and pastries.
  • Visit the Museo de Arte Moderno de Buenos Aires for contemporary Argentine art.
  • Explore the Palacio Preturo, a beautiful Art Nouveau building with an art gallery, cinema, and bookstore.

Afternoon:

  • Lunch at El Obrero (Avenida Casares 2608) - try their traditional Argentine dishes like asado or parrillada.
  • Visit the Parque de la Memoria to learn about Argentina’s human rights history during the Dirty War.
  • Explore the Museo de Arte Popular Argentino (MAPA) for folk art and crafts from around Argentina.

Evening:

  • Dinner at Casa Coupage (Humahuaca 1639) - a cozy restaurant serving Argentine wines and cheeses.
  • End your trip with a nightcap at La Cigale (Jujuy 1745), an iconic bar with live music and tango shows.

Transportation:

  • Subte (Underground) - Buenos Aires’ subway system is the cheapest way to get around the city. Buy a rechargeable SUBE card at any subway station.
  • Bus - Colectivos, or buses, are another affordable option for getting around the city. Look for the destination written on the windshield of each bus.
  • Taxi - Taxis are readily available throughout the city. Make sure to use a reputable company like Radio Taxi (3314-4444) or Teletaxi (4332-3333).

Tips:

  • Argentines usually eat dinner late, around 9 pm, so keep this in mind when making reservations.
  • Buenos Aires is known for its cafe culture, so take time to relax and people-watch at one of the city’s many cafés.
  • Learn some basic Spanish phrases before your trip to make interactions with locals easier.
  • Tipping in restaurants is expected - around 10% is standard.