Guidebook for Buenos Aires
Arts & Culture
La Viruta Tango
1366 ArmeniaMilonga, tango, tango classes.
Milonga, tango, tango clases.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fulgor Club of Villa Crespo
828 LoyolaMilonga, tango, tango clases.
El Motivo Tango
5064 Av. CórdobaTango, milonga, clases.
La milonga mas linda de Buenos Aires!
80 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Milonga Parakultural - Tango
365 Raúl Scalabrini OrtizLa milonga mas linda de Buenos Aires!
Great, authentic tango place, often with live music. Excellent food. Absolutely worth the cab ride to La Boca. Check-out their program and website before.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar Los Laureles
2290 Av. Gral. IriarteGreat, authentic tango place, often with live music. Excellent food. Absolutely worth the cab ride to La Boca. Check-out their program and website before.
Villa Malcolm
5064 Av. CórdobaMilonga, tango, tango classes.
La Catedral Club
4006 SarmientoJust go there, enjoy! :)
Riobamba 416
416 RiobambaTango / Milonga
Classes, practicas, milongas, fashion and shoes...
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
DNI Tango
1011 BulnesClasses, practicas, milongas, fashion and shoes...
Food Scene
Excellent food throughout the day and a little bakery where you can get whole grain bread, alfajores with dulce de leche, cake etc.. Free wifi.
87 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Malvon
789 SerranoExcellent food throughout the day and a little bakery where you can get whole grain bread, alfajores with dulce de leche, cake etc.. Free wifi.
For us, the best coffee in the neighborhood. You can also buy freshly ground coffee there to take home.
70 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Full City Coffee House
1535 ThamesFor us, the best coffee in the neighborhood. You can also buy freshly ground coffee there to take home.
High end Argentinian parilla place - something special. Probably the best parilla place in town for the combination of menue, ambiance, service and quality of the meat. Reservation recommended.
404 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Cabrera
5127 José A. CabreraHigh end Argentinian parilla place - something special. Probably the best parilla place in town for the combination of menue, ambiance, service and quality of the meat. Reservation recommended.
Very nice breakfast and lunch place with French touch. Impressive bakery selection (including different kinds of medialunas, cake etc.).
82 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Le Blé
999 Av. DorregoVery nice breakfast and lunch place with French touch. Impressive bakery selection (including different kinds of medialunas, cake etc.).
SuSHi, sUsHI, SUshI… They also deliver to your door.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Itamae Sushi SOHO
1626 ThamesSuSHi, sUsHI, SUshI… They also deliver to your door.
High-end sushi and cocktails in intimate, stylish and fine atmosphere - a romantic place, perfect for special occasions. Reservation is a must.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Little Rose
1672 ArmeniaHigh-end sushi and cocktails in intimate, stylish and fine atmosphere - a romantic place, perfect for special occasions. Reservation is a must.
They say their pizza is the best pizza in Argentina…we say, it is indeed difficult to prove the opposite!
289 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pizzería Güerrin
1368 Av. CorrientesThey say their pizza is the best pizza in Argentina…we say, it is indeed difficult to prove the opposite!
Delicious, Italian style pasta!! Try the ones with salmon… And be there when the place opens at 20.30h - otherwise, very difficult to get a table!
76 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Salgado Alimentos
401 Juan Ramírez de VelascoDelicious, Italian style pasta!! Try the ones with salmon… And be there when the place opens at 20.30h - otherwise, very difficult to get a table!
Very popular Armenian restaurant. Be there once it opens or be sure to have a reservation - this place is always full of people!
Thames 1101
1101 ThamesVery popular Armenian restaurant. Be there once it opens or be sure to have a reservation - this place is always full of people!
Veeeeery tasty parilla (Argentinian BBQ) place…make sure to get there early (not later than 21.30h), as tables are limited and the meat will be fresh from the parilla (grill). Try the asado!!
Serrano 956
956 SerranoVeeeeery tasty parilla (Argentinian BBQ) place…make sure to get there early (not later than 21.30h), as tables are limited and the meat will be fresh from the parilla (grill). Try the asado!!
Very tasty Argentinian empanadas. They also deliver to your door. Highly recommendable!
Av. Córdoba 6213
6213 Avenida CórdobaVery tasty Argentinian empanadas. They also deliver to your door. Highly recommendable!
If you need a little spice or a break from steak, this is the place to go. Mexican food and Margaritas!
49 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Taco Factory / Mexican food
5062 GorritiIf you need a little spice or a break from steak, this is the place to go. Mexican food and Margaritas!
Best seafood place (shop on ground floor, restaurant upstairs) we have come across so far…muy rico!! Make a reservation beforehand, to be on the safe side, they just have a few tables.
La Marisquería
2745 Av. Gral. Las HerasBest seafood place (shop on ground floor, restaurant upstairs) we have come across so far…muy rico!! Make a reservation beforehand, to be on the safe side, they just have a few tables.
Av. Corrientes 4853
4853 Avenida CorrientesOne of the best PIZZAs in town!
Delicious homemade pasta à la Pippo! Traditional and authentic place, absolutely worth trying.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pippo Paraná
356 ParanáDelicious homemade pasta à la Pippo! Traditional and authentic place, absolutely worth trying.
Tasty, juicy, BIG hamburgers (and also a busy, loud expat meeting place). After ordering, they literally scream your name through the whole place once the burgers are ready…don't be intimidated!
Jorge Luis Borges 1776
1776 Jorge Luis BorgesTasty, juicy, BIG hamburgers (and also a busy, loud expat meeting place). After ordering, they literally scream your name through the whole place once the burgers are ready…don't be intimidated!
Relaxed, quiet coffee place with a variety of teas and different cakes. Wifi available.
Jorge Luis Borges 1685
1685 Jorge Luis BorgesRelaxed, quiet coffee place with a variety of teas and different cakes. Wifi available.
Everything we tried was delicious…from freshly juiced juices to eggs benedict and hamburgers. Highly recommendable, even if a bit pricey. Perfect place for a relaxed weekend brunch with friends!
64 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ninina
4738 GorritiEverything we tried was delicious…from freshly juiced juices to eggs benedict and hamburgers. Highly recommendable, even if a bit pricey. Perfect place for a relaxed weekend brunch with friends!
Famous for its "chocolate con churros" and "submarinos" (= hot milk with melting chocolate bar diving inside), this "café notable" is a great place for a coffee or sandwich stop any time of the day.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Giralda
1453 Av. CorrientesFamous for its "chocolate con churros" and "submarinos" (= hot milk with melting chocolate bar diving inside), this "café notable" is a great place for a coffee or sandwich stop any time of the day.
"Pick Up The Fork - A Serious Eater's Guide to Buenos Aires & Beyond" is not an actual address, but a website absolutely recommendable (restaurant, shopping guide etc.). Check it out!
Loyola 1361
1361 Loyola"Pick Up The Fork - A Serious Eater's Guide to Buenos Aires & Beyond" is not an actual address, but a website absolutely recommendable (restaurant, shopping guide etc.). Check it out!
Everything Else
Argentina is, amongst other things, very famous for its ice cream. After extensive research over the past years, we find that THIS place has the BEST ice-cream. They also deliver to your door.
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
OCCO Helados
1581 Av. DorregoArgentina is, amongst other things, very famous for its ice cream. After extensive research over the past years, we find that THIS place has the BEST ice-cream. They also deliver to your door.
This little park is always worth a stop on a sunny day - either on the way to or from the subway station, or simply for a little run. Watch the parrots or play chess.
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Los Andes
4451 Santos DumontThis little park is always worth a stop on a sunny day - either on the way to or from the subway station, or simply for a little run. Watch the parrots or play chess.
German Hospital (http://www.hospitalaleman.org.ar)
49 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hospital Alemán
1640 Av. PueyrredónGerman Hospital (http://www.hospitalaleman.org.ar)
Hospital Británico de Buenos Aires
74 PerdrielBritish Hospital (http://www.hospitalbritanico.org.ar)
Italian Hospital (http://www.hospitalitaliano.org.ar)
49 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires
4190 Tte. Gral. Juan Domingo PerónItalian Hospital (http://www.hospitalitaliano.org.ar)
Beautiful park for hanging out and having a mate with friends on hot summer afternoons. Also good for rollerblading!
291 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Centenario
Avenida Díaz VélezBeautiful park for hanging out and having a mate with friends on hot summer afternoons. Also good for rollerblading!
On the corner of Loyola & Serrano. Closest pharmacy. If this one is closed, the one on Corrientes is open (see list).
Loyola 808
761 AguirreOn the corner of Loyola & Serrano. Closest pharmacy. If this one is closed, the one on Corrientes is open (see list).
Big pharmacy and cosmetics store. You will find everything from medicine to nail polish.
Av. Corrientes 5288
5288 Avenida CorrientesBig pharmacy and cosmetics store. You will find everything from medicine to nail polish.
Yoga studio and shop. No previous announcement necessary. Check the website for the current offers on classes.
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Yoga en Palermo | Valletierra
4562 Costa RicaYoga studio and shop. No previous announcement necessary. Check the website for the current offers on classes.
Yoga & Pilates Studio. Previous announcement via email required. Check their website for current offers on classes.
Urban Lotus Yoga & Pilates Studio
Yoga & Pilates Studio. Previous announcement via email required. Check their website for current offers on classes.
Some of our Airbnb guests used Che Bikes to explore the city by bike! BsAs bike map, helmet, lock and insurance available. Check out their website for more up-to-date information: www.chebikes.com
Av. Córdoba 5801
5801 Avenida CórdobaSome of our Airbnb guests used Che Bikes to explore the city by bike! BsAs bike map, helmet, lock and insurance available. Check out their website for more up-to-date information: www.chebikes.com
Drinks & Nightlife
One of the city's so called "bares notables" - very special, wooden interior and great food. Go visit for breakfast or dinner/drinks.
28 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cao
2400 Av. IndependenciaOne of the city's so called "bares notables" - very special, wooden interior and great food. Go visit for breakfast or dinner/drinks.
Bohemian, industrial style cocktail bar… If you enter the bar, don't get deceived - walk through the curtain…enjoy!
109 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cullen Henderson Bar
1106 Av. Álvarez ThomasBohemian, industrial style cocktail bar… If you enter the bar, don't get deceived - walk through the curtain…enjoy!
Free popcorn with beer! Quiet, pub-like, "Hemingway"-style atmosphere. (Bus 65 from Corrientes goes right there.)
Subasta
Free popcorn with beer! Quiet, pub-like, "Hemingway"-style atmosphere. (Bus 65 from Corrientes goes right there.)
Paraná 1048
ParanáHighly recommendable bar with garden.
Sightseeing
If you feel like taking a break from the speed and noise of the city, visit the beautiful Japanese garden.
706 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Jardín Japonés
3450 Av. CasaresIf you feel like taking a break from the speed and noise of the city, visit the beautiful Japanese garden.
Museum dedicated to 20th century Latin American art - impressive collection, characterizing the region’s art in all its mediums. An absolute must visit!
1268 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
MALBA
3415 Av. Pres. Figueroa AlcortaMuseum dedicated to 20th century Latin American art - impressive collection, characterizing the region’s art in all its mediums. An absolute must visit!
El Obelisco…what more to say…take a moment to realize that you are in Buenos Aires…and take pictures. Worth a visit at any time of the day.
823 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Obelisco
s/n Av. 9 de JulioEl Obelisco…what more to say…take a moment to realize that you are in Buenos Aires…and take pictures. Worth a visit at any time of the day.
Evita Museum. A great place to learn more about her and her work. Museum visit can be perfectly combined with a lunch at the museum restaurant - great menus ejecutivos!
290 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Evita
2988 LafinurEvita Museum. A great place to learn more about her and her work. Museum visit can be perfectly combined with a lunch at the museum restaurant - great menus ejecutivos!
Carlos Gardel Museum. Check current opening hours on their website before going there!
67 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Museo Casa Carlos Gardel
735 Jean JauresCarlos Gardel Museum. Check current opening hours on their website before going there!
Teatro Colón
1171 CerritoMust visit!
Absolutely recommendable for its selection of masterpieces. And the perfect place to visit on a rainy day.
1166 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
1473 Av. del LibertadorAbsolutely recommendable for its selection of masterpieces. And the perfect place to visit on a rainy day.
The place that many postcards feature! You will enjoy the colorful houses and get to see street tango performances! Do not leave the touristy area and, if possible, take a cab for security reasons.
372 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Caminito
1900 CaminitoThe place that many postcards feature! You will enjoy the colorful houses and get to see street tango performances! Do not leave the touristy area and, if possible, take a cab for security reasons.
Shopping
Shopping centre/mall. There is a shop called "Hausbrot" at the entrance, where you can get quality bread.
1056 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Alto Palermo
3253 Av. Santa FeShopping centre/mall. There is a shop called "Hausbrot" at the entrance, where you can get quality bread.
Abasto de Buenos Aires
3120 Av. CorrientesShopping centre/mall.
Around Plaza Serrano, you will find many exquisite shops (clothes, designer ware), cafés, bars and restaurants. On the weekend, there is a market.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
TAZZ Palermo
1556 SerranoAround Plaza Serrano, you will find many exquisite shops (clothes, designer ware), cafés, bars and restaurants. On the weekend, there is a market.
Tango - Picture
606 Dr. Tomás Manuel de AnchorenaBeautiful selection of tango shoes and fashion.
Comme Il Faut
1239 ArenalesGreat variety of high quality, beautiful tango shoes (for her).
Neo Tango
1938 SarmientoGreat selection of tango shoes and fashion.
Between Gurruchaga and Aguirre, Avenida Córdoba, Lavalleja and Serrano you will find plenty of outlet stores. Leather ware can be found between Acevedo and Av. Scalabrini Ortiz.
Murillo
MurilloBetween Gurruchaga and Aguirre, Avenida Córdoba, Lavalleja and Serrano you will find plenty of outlet stores. Leather ware can be found between Acevedo and Av. Scalabrini Ortiz.
Essentials
The biggest supermarket in the area.
There are smaller, well sorted supermarkets about two or three blocks from the house, too. But this one has many more options.
Av. Córdoba 6107
6107 Avenida CórdobaThe biggest supermarket in the area.
There are smaller, well sorted supermarkets about two or three blocks from the house, too. But this one has many more options.
This little place (painted in purple) seemingly has no name and certainly does not catch attention easily, BUT: it is the closest internet cafe, with print and scan possibilities. Friendly staff!
Loyola 1170
1170 LoyolaThis little place (painted in purple) seemingly has no name and certainly does not catch attention easily, BUT: it is the closest internet cafe, with print and scan possibilities. Friendly staff!
Closest supermarket, well sorted, has everything you may need for your daily life. A great bakery is right next door!
Thames 888
888 ThamesClosest supermarket, well sorted, has everything you may need for your daily life. A great bakery is right next door!
Closest bakery - very tasty media lunas (croissants), pastafrola (typical Argentinian cake), salads, breads,...
Thames 880
880 ThamesClosest bakery - very tasty media lunas (croissants), pastafrola (typical Argentinian cake), salads, breads,...
Serrano 1321
1321 SerranoShop where you can buy organic, dry food (seeds, cereals, teas, spices), honey etc.
Very well sorted supermarket and winery! They have excellent freshly cut ham and cheese, too.
El Sirio
Very well sorted supermarket and winery! They have excellent freshly cut ham and cheese, too.
Av. Córdoba 5101
5101 Avenida CórdobaSupermarket with basic sortiment.
Internet and printing facilities (no scanning!). They sell mobile phone credit here, too.
Av. Corrientes 6141
6141 Avenida CorrientesInternet and printing facilities (no scanning!). They sell mobile phone credit here, too.
Internet, printing and scanning facilities. They sell the SUBE Card (metro card) here, too.
Locutorio Dorrego 815
815 Av. DorregoInternet, printing and scanning facilities. They sell the SUBE Card (metro card) here, too.