Barracas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Casa Rosada
Take a free guided tour of this bright-pink palace and learn about the place from which the president of Argentina rules the country.
La Bombonera
The stadium of the illustrious soccer team Boca Juniors is renowned for its superb atmosphere. It is uniquely shaped like a box of chocolates.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Activities
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Buenos Aires by Night Premium city tour
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Buenos Aires Bus Hop On-Hop Off and Exclusive Benefits
Our pick of the best Barracas Hotel Deals
Up Barrio Norte
Overall stay was super great! Room and common areas were nice and clean, staff was friendly and supportive, and the location was spectacular! I would definitely return!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
Great place
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
nice, grand hotel that has seen better days many many years ago
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hilton Buenos Aires
Fantastic
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
This property is almost perfect! The location, room, breakfast and amenities were excellent. Staff were attentive and friendly. Security was very good and the value for money was very good. We stayed for a few days before a cruise and the accessibility to the port by Uber/taxi was very close. The ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
We stayed at thus hotel 15 years ago. The age is showing. Whike still nice it isn't up to the standards i expected. Also, be aware that the pillows are terrible. I woke up throughout the night and had a terrible back ache each morning.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 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 Centro Cultural Kirchner 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 Gran Rex Theatre 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.
Barracas Travel Guide
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