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This is where the European immigrants, mostly Italian and Spanish, first established themselves. Today is famous for its colourful houses, its tango and the Boca Juniors club. What to see? Caminito pedestrian walkway, Boca Juniors stadium “La Bombonera” and the Fundación PROA museum (currently running a Malevich exhibition). Where to eat? El Obrero for tasty Argentinean classics in a traditional canteen, or Il Matarello for an amazing local interpretation of Italian food.
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La Boca
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This is where the European immigrants, mostly Italian and Spanish, first established themselves. Today is famous for its colourful houses, its tango and the Boca Juniors club. What to see? Caminito pedestrian walkway, Boca Juniors stadium “La Bombonera” and the Fundación PROA museum (currently running a Malevich exhibition). Where to eat? El Obrero for tasty Argentinean classics in a traditional canteen, or Il Matarello for an amazing local interpretation of Italian food.
It’s the oldest neighborhood in Buenos Aires. It has always been a very poor area, but it has slowly became a charming bohemian spot where you can get beautiful antiques and enjoy tango. In order to properly enjoy San Telmo, you really need to go there on a Sunday. What to see? Walk along Calle Defensa (between Avenidas San Juan and Independencia), get into San Telmo´s antique market and watch tango at Plaza Dorrego. Boulevard Caseros is also a trendy spot nowadays. Where to eat? La Brigada for a proper asado, Miramar or Caseros for a traditional older restaurant with lots of character, Aramburu for molecular argentinean food and the best wines, or Cafe Ribas for a coffee and an Argentinean pastry.
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San Telmo
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It’s the oldest neighborhood in Buenos Aires. It has always been a very poor area, but it has slowly became a charming bohemian spot where you can get beautiful antiques and enjoy tango. In order to properly enjoy San Telmo, you really need to go there on a Sunday. What to see? Walk along Calle Defensa (between Avenidas San Juan and Independencia), get into San Telmo´s antique market and watch tango at Plaza Dorrego. Boulevard Caseros is also a trendy spot nowadays. Where to eat? La Brigada for a proper asado, Miramar or Caseros for a traditional older restaurant with lots of character, Aramburu for molecular argentinean food and the best wines, or Cafe Ribas for a coffee and an Argentinean pastry.
Originally a port, today is the home to the highest buildings in Buenos Aires (and for sure in Argentina too) and the only place in the city to enjoy the riverside. What to see? Walk along the riverside´s promenade and the modern pedestrian bridge built by the famous Spanish architect Calatrava, visit Colección de arte Amalita Fortabat, get a quick scape into nature at the ecological reserve and enjoy the many bars and restaurants. Where to eat? Chila if you want to taste the best chef in Argentina, Cabaña Las Lilas for a fancy asado (but still one of the best in town), and the Faena Hotel for sophisticated drinks within a modern atmosphere.
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Puerto Madero
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Originally a port, today is the home to the highest buildings in Buenos Aires (and for sure in Argentina too) and the only place in the city to enjoy the riverside. What to see? Walk along the riverside´s promenade and the modern pedestrian bridge built by the famous Spanish architect Calatrava, visit Colección de arte Amalita Fortabat, get a quick scape into nature at the ecological reserve and enjoy the many bars and restaurants. Where to eat? Chila if you want to taste the best chef in Argentina, Cabaña Las Lilas for a fancy asado (but still one of the best in town), and the Faena Hotel for sophisticated drinks within a modern atmosphere.
The largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires, but currently subdivided into several contrasting and acutely individual areas. Not only a residential area, but home to the most lively spots of the city. What to see?/eat? Palermo Chico (also known as Barrio Parque): The most upmarket part of Palermo, and the perfect place to get lost along it´s beautiful streets full of european buildings and embassies. Don’t miss the MALBA museum (and its restaurant Marcello), and neither the Alto Palermo mall if you want to explore at first hand some Argentinean fancy shopping. Also check Casa Cavia for the most beautiful brunch place in town (also open for lunch and dinner). Palermo Soho: famous for its fashion and design boutiques, restaurants, and street culture. The atmosphere strives to be “alternative”, which makes this area of the city especially popular with young Argentines as well as foreign tourists. Calle El Salvador and Calle Gurruchaga are the most famous ones. You can have a nice asado at La Cabrera, or come back to have dinner at Dario Gualtieri Bistro for a perfect 7 pases meal. J.W. Bradley it’s also a good option for a more fashionable night. If you like trying new things, Grand Dabang or Proper are unbeatable options. Palermo Hollywood: so called for its number of TV and radio production houses, today is well known for its night life and cool restaurants. However, this part of Palermo still has its beauty during the day, as you can find many design stores and the famous Dorrego antique market. In terms of dinning, and if you are up for upscale food and great ambience, try La Mar for peruvian, Lusitano or Cucina Paradiso for italian, Osaka for japanese, Tegui for extravagant argentinean, or i Latina for a set menu. If you are looking for something more relaxed yet tasty, try Bar Du Marche for wine and cheeses, Siamo Nel Forno for italian, or Sunae or Sudestada for asian. This area is also great for a night out. El Nacional is a good option for beers, Festival for a more lively bar, and Tetuan if you also want to grab a bite. If you fancy a club, Makena and Niceto Club are the best. But if you are around during the day, don’t miss the cafes and patisseries, which also serve lunch and even brunch during weekends. The best are Birkin, Adorado and Oui Oui.
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Palermo
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The largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires, but currently subdivided into several contrasting and acutely individual areas. Not only a residential area, but home to the most lively spots of the city. What to see?/eat? Palermo Chico (also known as Barrio Parque): The most upmarket part of Palermo, and the perfect place to get lost along it´s beautiful streets full of european buildings and embassies. Don’t miss the MALBA museum (and its restaurant Marcello), and neither the Alto Palermo mall if you want to explore at first hand some Argentinean fancy shopping. Also check Casa Cavia for the most beautiful brunch place in town (also open for lunch and dinner). Palermo Soho: famous for its fashion and design boutiques, restaurants, and street culture. The atmosphere strives to be “alternative”, which makes this area of the city especially popular with young Argentines as well as foreign tourists. Calle El Salvador and Calle Gurruchaga are the most famous ones. You can have a nice asado at La Cabrera, or come back to have dinner at Dario Gualtieri Bistro for a perfect 7 pases meal. J.W. Bradley it’s also a good option for a more fashionable night. If you like trying new things, Grand Dabang or Proper are unbeatable options. Palermo Hollywood: so called for its number of TV and radio production houses, today is well known for its night life and cool restaurants. However, this part of Palermo still has its beauty during the day, as you can find many design stores and the famous Dorrego antique market. In terms of dinning, and if you are up for upscale food and great ambience, try La Mar for peruvian, Lusitano or Cucina Paradiso for italian, Osaka for japanese, Tegui for extravagant argentinean, or i Latina for a set menu. If you are looking for something more relaxed yet tasty, try Bar Du Marche for wine and cheeses, Siamo Nel Forno for italian, or Sunae or Sudestada for asian. This area is also great for a night out. El Nacional is a good option for beers, Festival for a more lively bar, and Tetuan if you also want to grab a bite. If you fancy a club, Makena and Niceto Club are the best. But if you are around during the day, don’t miss the cafes and patisseries, which also serve lunch and even brunch during weekends. The best are Birkin, Adorado and Oui Oui.

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NOT TO MISS

- Tango: La Catedral opens daily and offers tango classes. It’s a very authentic place to enjoy the tango world at first sight without a crowd of tourists. You can get decent food, but try to avoid the wine. - Local ice-cream: known to be even better than its Italian counterpart. Freddo, Volta and Perssico are the best ones and can be found all across the city. Dulce de Leche is for sure the most famous flavour. - Medialunas: sweet Argentinean pastries - Empanadas: made by folding dough over a stuffing, which may consist of meat, cheese, or other ingredient. - Choripan: local sausage cooked
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FURTHER TIPS

- Always take argentine cash (called Pesos) with you, as many places only take cash as payment. Foreigner currencies are rarely accepted. - Try to look for your destination on your phone before taking a taxi and show that you know where you are going. Taxis don’t accept credit cards, so better to use Cabify or Uber if you ran out of cash, even though it not as convenient as abroad. - Don’t carry anything you can’t afford to lose. - Be careful if going out of the recommended areas, as it can become a bit dangerous.