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Tango, steak dinners at midnight and grand European boulevards

Buenos Aires feels like Europe with Latin American passion: long dinners that start at 10 p.m., tango in the streets and weekend markets. The city is social and late-night, and asados, milongas and football matches are made to share.

Best time to visit
September to December and March to May
Spring and autumn are mild and green; January and February are hot and many locals leave town.
Country
Argentina
Americas & Latin America

Where travelers stay in Buenos Aires

  • Pa

    Palermo

    Parks, restaurants, bars and the city's nightlife.

  • Sa

    San Telmo

    Cobbled streets, antiques and the Sunday market.

  • Re

    Recoleta

    Elegant avenues, museums and the famous cemetery.

  • La

    La Boca

    The colourful Caminito street and football at La Bombonera.

Things to do together

  • Take a tango class, then go to a milonga.
  • Share a parrilla dinner with Malbec.
  • Wander the San Telmo Sunday market.
  • Catch a football match with a local guide.

Staying safe in Buenos Aires

  • Watch for pickpockets on buses, the subway and in San Telmo.
  • Visit La Boca beyond Caminito only in daylight and with company.
  • Check the current exchange options for cards and cash before you go.

More advice in our safety guide.

How to find a travel buddy for Buenos Aires

  1. 1. Add your trip. Choose Buenos Aires from the city suggestions and set your dates.
  2. 2. See who overlaps. Your trip shows travelers heading to Buenos Aires on overlapping dates.
  3. 3. Connect. Like profiles you’re interested in; a mutual like opens a conversation.

Buenos Aires FAQ

How do I meet other travelers in Buenos Aires?

Add your Buenos Aires trip with dates in Travel Datings to find travelers on the same dates, then plan tango nights, asados or a match together.

What time do people eat dinner in Buenos Aires?

Late: restaurants fill up from about 9 or 10 p.m.

Where should I stay in Buenos Aires?

Palermo for nightlife and green spaces, Recoleta for a quieter, central base.

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