Popular places to visit
Obelisco
This giant pillar was built to mark the 400th anniversary of the city’s inception. Now, it stands as the most famous icon in Buenos Aires.
Palermo Soho
Discover outstanding shopping, exquisite dining and energetic nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Cemetery
This beautiful cemetery in Buenos Aires is the final resting place of many of Argentina’s most notable politicians and public figures, including Eva Perón.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Casa Rosada
Admire the pink façade of one of Argentina’s most recognizable buildings, take a tour of its halls and galleries and visit a museum displaying political artifacts.
Colón Theatre
Visit one of the world’s finest theaters to watch operas, ballets and concerts or take a guided tour of the salons and auditorium.
Things to do
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English
Buenos Aires by Night Premium city tour
Top hotels in Barracas
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
La espera para hacer check in y check out fue bastante, solo hay 2 personas, podrían poner 4 o 6 sobre todo en temporada alta
Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Breakfast was very simple, which is understandable for the price. The rooms were small but clean.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Up Barrio Norte
All was as expected. Nice little hotel close to all. Small rooms but nice modern and clean. The staff was really good.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Principado Downtown
Staff are great! Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
The whole place was very clean. And what neat old building. Lots of marble. And I had a grest view.
Reviewed on 27 Dec, 2025
Hotel Pulitzer
Nice staff, good size room, nice bed with good linen.
Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barracas
San Telmo
San Telmo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to San Telmo Antiques Fair or Plaza Dorrego.
Puerto Madero
Puerto Madero is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Puerto Madero Casino and Port of Buenos Aires while you're in town.
Monserrat
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Monserrat. Make a stop by Barolo Palace or 9 de Julio Avenue while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Moreno Station or Lima Station to get around town.
San Nicolás
While you're in San Nicolás, take in top sights like Obelisco or Gran Rex Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at July 9 Station or Diagonal Norte Station.
Buenos Aires Central Business District
If you're spending time in Buenos Aires Central Business District, check out sights like Obelisco or Luna Park Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Correo Central Station or Leandro N Alem Station.
Microcentro
Florida Street and Lavalle Street are top sights in Microcentro, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Florida Station or Lavalle Station to see more sights in the area.
