Comuna 5 Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Comuna 5
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.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Plaza San Martin
Relax in a park with a preserved lawn, trees, statues, a war memorial and a tower in the center of the city.
Activities
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Boca Juniors Stadium and Museum Admission Ticket
Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Our pick of the best Comuna 5 Hotel Deals
Hilton Buenos Aires
"We really like this hotel, the staff was very friendly, breakfast was good and was clean and quie"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
"More 3 star than a 4 star"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Up Barrio Norte
"I had a few worries after reading Google reviews just before check-in, but my 10-night stay was absolutely fine (and great value). I booked a single room and got a double - even better, it was at the end of the building with a window opening to the outside instead of into the hallway. The extra space ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Tango de Mayo Hotel
"Overall, hotel is just ‘ok’. The room was clean, bed comfy. Options for pillow preference was great. Breakfast was the minimum, and not good. The staff are stoic, so their energy is a put off. The location has restaurants and cafés nearby, but there’s better locations in the city. (Definitely stay ..."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Alvear Palace Hotel
"Amazing place! Thank you for everything!"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
"Todo fantástico!!!"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Comuna 5
Palermo
Consider a visit to Palermo Soho and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Palermo. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Palermo Station or Plaza Italia Station.
Recoleta
Consider a visit to Mariano Moreno National Library of the Argentine Republic and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Recoleta. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Las Heras Station or Pueyrredon Station (Santa Fe).
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.
El Centro
Enjoy the popular shops in El Centro. Obelisco is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Carlos Pellegrini Station or July 9 Station to see more of Buenos Aires.
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.
