Microcentro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Microcentro
Popular places to visit
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 de Mayo
National government offices, imposing architectural landmarks and a nicely landscaped parkland mark Buenos Aires’ most significant square.
Galerias Pacifico
During your trip to Buenos Aires, you can enjoy retail therapy at Galerias Pacifico. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral
This grand Catholic church at the heart of the city features an impressive Greco-Roman façade and tombs of Argentina’s most famous generals.
Cafe Tortoni
Enjoy a churro where Jorge Luis Borges once sat at this Argentine cultural hub, complete with twice daily tango shows.
Activities
Iguazu Falls from Buenos Aires Cruise Terminal or Downtown Hotel - no flights
Buenos Aires Premium City Tour
Piazzolla Tango Dinner & Show In Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires by boat: Hop-on Hop-off 48 h + Navigation
Secrets of Historic Buenos Aires: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk
Our pick of the best Microcentro Hotel Deals
El Conquistador Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
Exe Hotel Colón
Reviewed on 27 May 2025
La Fresque Hotel
NH City Buenos Aires
NH Collection Buenos Aires Jousten
Principado Downtown
Other neighbourhoods around Microcentro
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.
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.
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.
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.
Retiro
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Retiro. Spend some time visiting top spots like Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal, and catch the metro at Retiro San Martín Station or Catalinas Station to see more of the area.
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.