Retiro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Buquebus Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Buenos Aires with a trip to Buquebus Ferry Terminal. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Buenos Aires with a trip to Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Palacio Paz
Find out about the history of Buenos Aires when you take a trip to Palacio Paz. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
Jorge Luis Borges’ Last Residence
Find out about the history of Buenos Aires when you take a trip to Jorge Luis Borges’ Last Residence. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
Museo de Armas
You can browse the exhibits at Museo de Armas, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Buenos Aires. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Activities
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Buenos Aires by Night Premium city tour
Our pick of the best Retiro Hotel Deals
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Nice staff
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
Our stay at Casa Lucia was excellent! The property is charming and centrally located within the city. A special acknowledgement to Grace in the bar and restaurant. She took exemplary care of us during our four day adventure. We highly recommend this hotel.🙂
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
El Conquistador Hotel
Great location with shops nearby cruise port maybe 10 minutes away
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Principado Downtown
Wifi was okay
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Almarena Puerto Retiro Affiliated by Melia
Clean, comfortable beds. Nice restaurant
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Park Tower, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Buenos Aires
Spotless room.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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.
Buenos Aires Central Business District
If you're spending time in Buenos Aires Central Business District, check out sights like Centro Cultural Kirchner or Casa Rosada 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. Gran Rex Theatre 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.
Recoleta
Consider a visit to Recoleta Cultural Center 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).
Barrio Norte
If you're spending time in Barrio Norte, you might enjoy attractions like Santa Fe Avenue and 9 de Julio Avenue. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Las Heras Station to see more of the city.
