Buenos Aires, Argentina 5 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Downtown Buenos Aires

  • Morning: Check-in at your hotel in the Microcentro district, central Buenos Aires. Have a traditional Argentine breakfast at a nearby café like El Ateneo Grand Splendid or Café Tortoni.

  • Afternoon: Visit the iconic Pink House (Casa Rosada), the presidential palace, and the Mayor Square (Plaza de Mayo) where you can witness the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo demonstration. Don’t miss the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo Museum.

  • Evening: Stroll around the colorful streets of San Telmo. Visit its antique markets, especially on Sundays. Enjoy a dinner at Los Salineros for delicious seafood empanadas or La Brigada for classic Argentine dishes.

Day 2: La Boca & Caminito

  • Morning: Head to La Boca neighborhood and visit the famous Caminito Street, known for its colorful houses, tango music, and street art. Visit the Emanuel de Falla museum.

  • Afternoon: Take a short ferry ride from La Boca to Isla Martín García for a unique experience. Alternatively, explore the modern neighborhood of Puerto Madero with its stylish bars and restaurants.

  • Evening: Attend a tango show at El Viejo Almacén, Tango Porteño or Rojo Tango. Followed by dinner at a parrilla (steakhouse) like Don Julio or La Carnicería.

Day 3: Recoleta & Palermo

  • Morning: Visit the famous Recoleta Cemetery, where Eva Perón’s grave can be found. Then, explore the adjacent neighborhood of Recoleta with its luxurious buildings and parks.

  • Afternoon: Head to Palermo district and visit the Rose Garden (Jardín Japónico), Palermo Chico, and Palermo Hollywood. Grab lunch at a local eatery like Los Inkas or La Guerrita.

  • Evening: Explore Palermo Soho’s trendy shops, bars, and restaurants. End your day with dinner at Casa Felix for Argentine fusion cuisine or Buen Ayre for vegetarian options.

Day 4: Day Trip to Tigre & Delta

  • Morning: Take a train from Retiro station to Tigre, a charming town on the Paraná Delta. Visit the Tigre Island with its colorful houses and attractions like the Museum of Navigation or the Russian Orthodox Church.

  • Afternoon: Take a boat tour in the delta for a unique experience. You can see beautiful houses on stilts, wildlife, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

  • Evening: Return to Buenos Aires and have dinner at El Galpon in Puerto Madero, offering a wide variety of Argentine dishes.

Day 5: Shopping & Departure

  • Morning: Visit the modern shopping mall Abasto for clothing stores or the antiques market in San Telmo for unique finds.

  • Afternoon: Spend your last hours exploring any missed sights, grabbing a bite at a favorite spot, or relaxing in one of Buenos Aires’ many parks like Plaza San Martín or Plaza Dorrego.

  • Evening: Depart from Ezeiza International Airport. Until next time, Buenos Aires!