Mataderos 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.
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.
Palermo Soho
Discover outstanding shopping, exquisite dining and energetic nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires.
Colón Theatre
Inspired by French and Italian opera houses, this grand 1908 concert hall has some of the best sound in the world.
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.
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 by Night Premium city tour
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Our pick of the best Mataderos Hotel Deals
Up Barrio Norte
Rooms are nice and modern looking. Staff is amazing! They kept my luggage for 3 days while I went to Uruguay. Location is perfect, close to SantaFe where bises are tunnong for east or west side. The closes metro station is 10-15 mon walk from the hotel. Many restaurants and coffee shops around.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
El Conquistador Hotel
Staff were excellent. Room was ok but not well air conditioned. Restaurant was awesome.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Bien ubicado
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Dazzler by Wyndham Buenos Aires Polo
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Nice breakfast. Close to public transportation. Nice neighborhood with plenty of cafes nearby. Only one small complaint and that is that the cord on the hairdryer was so short it made it difficult to use.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
The room was beautiful, and the staff was amazing and extremely friendly and helpful, definitely will stay here afain
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Room was spacious and clean. Staff was very friendly & helpful but language was a challenge- most did not speak English.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mataderos
Caballito
If you're spending time in Caballito, check out sights like Argentine Museum of Natural Sciences or Calesita del Parque Rivadavia and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Primera Junta Station or Acoyte Station.
Villa Crespo
Villa Crespo is well liked for its bars and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Movistar Arena and Palermo Soho are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Malabia - Osvaldo Pugliese Station or Villa Crespo Station to get around.
Balvanera
Get to know Balvanera and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Neverland and Abasto Shopping Center, and you can jump on the metro at Miserere Square Station or Once - 30 de Diciembre Station to get around the city.
Palermo Hollywood
Palermo Hollywood is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Braga Menendez Contemporary Art, a top place to visit in the area.
Palermo Viejo
Consider a visit to Palermo Soho and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Palermo Viejo. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Plaza Italia Station or Palermo Station.
Avenida Corrientes
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Avenida Corrientes. If sightseeing is on the list, Obelisco is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Pasteur Station or Pueyrredon Station to see more of the area.
