San Nicolás Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A neoclassical building with columns and a central pediment, surrounded by a grassy area and a tree.
A street market with a variety of fresh produce and goods for sale.
A multi-level library with ornate architecture and numerous bookshelves.
A busy outdoor market with people shopping and sitting at tables.
A colorful building with a statue on the balcony and a sign reading "Camino".

Stay near popular San Nicolás attractions

A cityscape with a prominent obelisk, a Pepsi billboard, and the Panamericano building.

Obelisco

9.0/10 (5,628 reviews)
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.
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Activities

a clock tower at the center of a park in Argentina

Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour

AU$55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English

Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English

AU$17
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English
Buenos Aires: Madero Tango Show with Optional Dinner

Buenos Aires: Madero Tango Show with Optional Dinner

AU$36
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Buenos Aires: Madero Tango Show with Optional Dinner
Piazzolla Tango Dinner & Tango Show

Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English

Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English

AU$19
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English
three small boats along the channel in Argentina

Premium Tigre Small Group Tour

AU$108
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
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Our pick of the best San Nicolás Hotel Deals

Gran Hotel Argentino

Gran Hotel Argentino

3 out of 5
Carlos Pellegrini 37 Buenos Aires BUE
The price is AU$67 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$67
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Gran Hotel Argentino
NH Collection Buenos Aires Jousten

NH Collection Buenos Aires Jousten

4 out of 5
Av. Corrientes 280 Buenos Aires Capital Federal
The price is AU$245 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$245
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (627 reviews)
"I’ve really enjoyed the two days I’ve stayed there. Recommend this location,"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

NH Collection Buenos Aires Jousten
Grand Brizo Buenos Aires

Grand Brizo Buenos Aires

4 out of 5
Cerrito 180 Buenos Aires
The price is AU$258 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$258
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this spa hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (897 reviews)
"Superó mis propias espectativas, una excelente decisión haberlo escogido para nuestra estadía en Buenos Aires, recomendadísimo."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Grand Brizo Buenos Aires
Regis Orho Hotel

Regis Orho Hotel

3 out of 5
Lavalle 813 Buenos Aires Capital Federal
The price is AU$48 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$48
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Obelisco and Palermo ...
Regis Orho Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Puerto Madero by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Puerto Madero by IHG

4 out of 5
Ave. Leandro N. Alem 770, Puerto Madero Buenos Aires Capital Federal
The price is AU$192 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$192
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (680 reviews)
"Very good service"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Express Puerto Madero by IHG
Marriott Buenos Aires Downtown

Marriott Buenos Aires Downtown

5 out of 5
Av Carlos Pellegrini 551 Buenos Aires Capital Federal
The price is AU$358 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$358
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Stay at this luxury hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Marriott Buenos Aires Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in San Nicolás

Find the best San Nicolás areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Recoleta

Consider a visit to Recoleta Mall 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).

A modern spherical building with a glass facade and a unique architectural design.

Palermo

Consider a visit to USA Applicant Service Center 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.

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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.

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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.

A large equestrian statue, a domed building, and a cityscape at dusk.

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.

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