Neighbourhoods Full of Stories

“The afternoons in Buenos Aires have something special, you know?” as a well-known tango in this city says. And the song honours the cobblestone streets, the colourful tenements, the squares full of life and the aromas of home cooking with European influences that keep the neighbourhoods with history.

Here’s what you need to know.

Some peculiarities of the neighbourhoods 

In Buenos Aires, the myth of the “100 barrios porteños” has endured over time as a poetic expression that reflects its diversity and cultural richness.

However, the truth is that officially there are 48 neighbourhoods in the City. Each one, with its own history and unique character, shapes the city’s identity.

• Palermo, with its forests, parks and lakes, is ideal for nature lovers. In this neighbourhood, you can also enjoy a wide variety of international shops, bars and restaurants. The creativity of the people of Buenos Aires is reflected in the countless names that this neighbourhood receives:
  • Palermo Viejo: So called because it preserves old, low houses alongside the most modern buildings, which give it a unique character. Within this neighbourhood is Palermo Soho, with independent designer businesses, art galleries and bookstores, and Palermo Hollywood, which is characterized by its television and film studios.
  • Palermo Botánico, Chico, and Alto Palermo: the first is located around the Jardín Botánico. Then, Palermo Chico is a tree-lined neighbourhood with elegant buildings, and Alto Palermo is located around the shopping center that bears the same name.
  • Las Cañitas, Palermo Pacífico and Palermo Nuevo: The first, close to the Hipódromo de Palermo, in addition to its large number of bars and restaurants, is known for its sports activities related to polo, turf and golf. Palermo Pacífico refers to the bridge that links different parts of the city, and Palermo Nuevo is known for its office buildings, high-end jewelry shops, and gourmet delicatessens. Surely more will continue to be added to the list!

• San Telmo, with its cobbled streets and antiques, is perfect for those drawn to its vintage charm. You can attend the Antiques Fair every Sunday.
• La Boca , with its colourful houses and street artists, is a paradise for people who love art and bohemian life. Also located in this neighborhood, which still preserves its port heritage, is La Bombonera, one of the most iconic and oldest soccer fields in the City. Typical dishes that you will find here? Empanada, choripan and roast are the classics.
• Recoleta, with its famous cemetery and world-renowned museums, is ideal for those passionate about history and culture. There you can visit the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes or dine at an elegant restaurant.

Come to Buenos Aires and get to know its neighbourhoods, each one with a unique charm. Walk through its streets, try its food and experience its culture. You will fall in love with this City!