BUENOS AIRES...
The Most Fascinating City
In South America

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On the southern shore of the Rio de la Plata, right in front of Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, lies the most charming capital in South America: Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Elegant, stylish and sophisticated, it has an universal influence attached to it.
Its architecture and lifestyle it's markedly more European than any other South American city, often called the "Paris of South America".

The world is pouring to Buenos Aires.
Last January, we happened to be back as we've done it for the last three decades or so and counted up to six different cruise ships docked at its port, on a single day.

Well, no wonder.
Millions of visitors come to Argentina on a yearly basis attracted by its natural beauties and the city's superb cultural scene and nightlife.

Whether you're backpacking South America on your way to Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego, or come for a romantic escape, the city has something to everyone.
Even its Gay and Lesbian scene can be compared with any European or North American city.
Check this Gay Guide to learn more about it.

And if you love tango, soccer and Polo, you're in for BIG times...

The spirit of tango inhabits the soul of every Porteño - so are called locals that populate the city, which means "inhabitants of the port".
Tango is the national dance, danced in ballrooms, parks, dance halls, open spaces and even in the streets.

Tango conveys much more than a mere dance, and nowhere in the world you will perceive that as markedly as here.
Whatever you do, don't miss a tango-show next time you're around.

And talking about tango-shows...would you like to have a taste of it?...

Porteños are fashionable and sophisticated, with a rich and elaborate culture identity.
They could even be acknowledged as contemptuous or perhaps too image-conscious for their own good, but don't get fooled by it.
Underneath that "skin" lies the warmth and welcoming attitude innate to every Porteño.

Nightlife doesn't normally takes off until around midnight, when the bohemian latin spirit awakes and casts its spell well into the morning hours.
Clubs, restaurants, discos, dance halls, theaters, jazz or blues joints are but some of your options.

As for museums - day time only - the list is huge. Find here the List of Museums (in Spanish and English).
And if you love opera, check world's famous Teatro Colon.

The list of things for you to see and to explore in Buenos Aires are countless.
From the bright colored red, yellow and blue tin houses of La Boca district, superbly painted by Benito Quinquela Martin - by the way, don't miss its museum in front of the Riachuelo - to the charm of Caminito and Vuelta de Rocha...

San Telmo, bohemian district of Colonial architecture, cobblestone streets lined with lanterns, and filled with bars and antique shops.
Visit Defensa and Balcarce streets, Santo Domingo church and of course, Plaza Dorrego, where San Telmo fair is held every sunday.
And talking about fairs, here's a list of the most renown throughout the city...

• Parque Lezama:
  Defensa & Av. Leandro Alem, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11am to 9pm
• Plaza Francia:
  Av. Libertador & Av. Alvear, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11am to 9pm
• Plaza Italia:
  Av. Sante Fe, across the street from the zoo, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 10am to 7pm
• Parque Centenario:
  Av. Angel Gallardo & Días Vélez, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11am a 9pm
• Plaza General Belgrano:
  Av. Juramento & Echeverría -Belgrano district - Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 10am to 9pm
• Feria de Mataderos:
  Av. Lisandro de La Torre & Av. De Los Corrales - Mataderos district - Sundays and holidays from 11am to 8pm

Montserrat was the heart of the commercial, social and cultural life of Buenos Aires during Colonial times.
Its splendor started shortly after the city's second founding by Juan de Garay, in 1580.
The port was named "Santa Maria de los Buenos Aires."
The first founding, carried out by Pedro de Mendoza in 1536, it didn't succeed mainly due to natives ferocity and food scarcity.

Don't skip the underground tunnels, Manzana de las Luces, the old Cabildo, Plaza de Mayo and Casa Rosada (Government Palace).
Stroll along Avenida de Mayo (May avenue) and visit Cafe Tortoni - most famous meeting point for writers and artists since 1860 approximately.

Recoleta is the most elegant district, with many palaces reflecting Argentine aristocracy, upscale boutiques and filled with restaurants- Buenos Aires Design.
Recoleta cemetery, where Evita is buried, Plaza Francia, Centro Cultural Recoleta and Palais de Glace are not to be missed while in the area.

Puerto Madero is the newest and most exclusive district.
Officially inaugurated in 1998, it used to be a section of the port pretty much abandoned, but today hosts fashionable offices, restaurants and movie theaters.
Check out boulevard Azuzena Villaflor and Vera Peñaloza streets.

Palermo has magic attached to it.
From Palermo Chico - Embassy area par excellence together with Belgrano district - to Palermo Hollywood and Palermo Soho.

Our heart lies in Palermo Viejo, where we used to live years back, before the place changed into an upscale, trendy and a bit expensive district to live at.
Plaza Serrano is filled with bars and charming restaurants.
Go jogging or just stroll around Palermo Park and Rosedal (Rose Garden), visit the Zoo, Planetarium and Japanese Gardens.

The list goes on and on, and we could talk to you forever about it.

Did we mention to you that we love Buenos Aires?..

For a more detailed and specific list of options, visit Whats Up, or the official tourist site of the city: BUE

Buenos Aires is a fascinating place, and a most unique South America travel experience...

How to Get There:

By Air:

International flights arrive to Aeropuerto Internacional de Ezeiza, some 35 km south of the city.
Aerolineas Argentinas has regular flights to/from Buenos Aires, as well as a good number of other international airlines such as Iberia, British Airways, Lufthansa, etc. The list is HUGE so check with your Travel Agent from your point of departure in order to get the best connextion or direct flight according to your needs.

Domestic and Uruguay flights use Aeropuerto Jorge Newbery - within city limits.
Both are connected through shuttle services, buses and taxis.
Within Argentina there are other airlines to choose from. Líneas Aéreas del Estado (LADE)and Líneas Aéreas Privadas Argentinas (LAPA) are some options available.

By Bus:

Estación Retiro is the main bus terminal in Buenos Aires to/from anywhere within the country as well as neighbouring countries: Uruguay, Brazil, Chile and Bolivia.
A well run bus system with long distance buses that usually provide meal service and toilets.
You could also choose to eat at restaurants along the way if not meal service is provided.

By Water:

From Dársena Norte (Buenos Aires Port) there is a regular hydrofoyl and ferry service to Montevideo and Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay.
From Tigre (1/2 by train from Retiro train station) you could also get a boat to Carmelo, Uruguay.

Where to Stay:

From luxury accommodation to hostels, the city has them all.
We'll soon provide you with an hotel search engine to choose and book online according to your needs and budget.

For the time being, here's a small list of hostels for the independent/solo traveller...

• Sandanzas Cultural Hostel
• Che Lagarto Buenos Aires
• El Firulete Downtown
• Hostel Suites Obelisco
• Hostal de Granados

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