La Boca Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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La Bombonera
La Boca
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Walk amongst colourful buildings and tango dancers in this historic port side district. Then, watch a game at one of Argentina’s most important soccer stadiums.

Tango dancers spin along cobblestone streets, cartoonish mannequins look down from balconies and brightly coloured houses are stacked like building blocks in the vibrant port neighbourhood of La Boca. The rich heritage of one of Buenos Aires’ oldest districts is on display in its central waterfront street, “el Caminito”. Walk along the cobblestones to find multicoloured cafés, shops, galleries and more. Then head north to the neighbourhood stadium to watch soccer, one of Argentina’s favourite pastimes.

Allegedly, the wild colour scheme of La Boca’s houses comes from its working-class background. Poor immigrants who settled here painted their “conventillos” (tenements) using the various paints found at the nearby docks, resulting in a wide spectrum of colours.

Throughout the streets, crowds gather around professional dancers, who tango in the open air. Watch them from the terrace of one of the many cafés, which serve regional cuisine. Try a “parilla”, which is meat, such as steak, blood sausage or an organ, barbecued on a coal fire.

La Boca features several museums, including the Museo Histórico de Cera, where you can see scenes in Buenos Aires history shown in wax sculptures. See contemporary Argentine and international art at the Fundación Proa Museum and Cultural Centre. Visit the café for a view of the Plata River and the Buenos Aires port.

La Bombonera stadium in La Boca is legendary in Argentine soccer. Many of Argentina’s most famous soccer players were discovered here, like Diego Maradona and Carlos Tevez. If you are visiting during soccer season, watch a Boca Juniors game in the stadium. Otherwise, tour the complex and browse its museum, which features trophies, uniforms and other soccer memorabilia.

Take a taxi or a tourist bus to reach La Boca, which is located southeast of the city centre. To ensure you have a safe and enjoyable time here, stay around crowds and avoid backstreets, especially if you are in the area at night.


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Hilton Buenos Aires

Hilton Buenos Aires

5 out of 5
Av Macacha Guemes 351, Buenos Aires
The price is AU$399 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
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El Conquistador Hotel

3.5 out of 5
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Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection

Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection

5 out of 5
Arroyo 841, Buenos Aires, Recoleta
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Hotel Madero Buenos Aires

Hotel Madero Buenos Aires

4.5 out of 5
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El Misti Suites Buenos Aires

El Misti Suites Buenos Aires

3 out of 5
880 Maipú, Buenos Aires, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires
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NH Collection Buenos Aires Jousten

NH Collection Buenos Aires Jousten

4 out of 5
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Other neighbourhoods around La Boca

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San Telmo

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

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.

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Puerto Madero

5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Puerto Madero
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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.

Monserrat
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Buenos Aires Central Business District

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

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.

Buenos Aires Central Business District
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Microcentro

Sociedad Rural Argentina and Florida 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.

Microcentro
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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.

San Nicolás


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