Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Chinatown
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.
Palermo Soho
Discover outstanding shopping, exquisite dining and energetic nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
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.
Colón Theatre
Inspired by French and Italian opera houses, this grand 1908 concert hall has some of the best sound in the world.
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
Social Dining & Cooking Around One Table at Argentine Experience
Boca Juniors Stadium and Museum Admission Ticket
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Hilton Buenos Aires
"Staff went above and beyond helping us with an emergency situation. Laura the general manager was super attentive and the people on the front desk as well."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Up Barrio Norte
"¡Trato excepcional desde el día uno! Nunca tuve ningún problema con nada. Recomendado 5/5"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
"property does not allow food or beverage in room! pillows were aweful"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Tango de Mayo Hotel
"Overall good hotel (nice decor) in a good location. Breakfast could be better and if they would turn on the heat in that room it would be comfortable coz it was +4 the other day and it was freeeeeeizing! :)"
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Alvear Palace Hotel
"Service is incredible they even handled a fed ex package we were sending to the US - great service beautiful grand hotel."
Reviewed on 17 June 2026
Principado Downtown
"Muy buena estadía. Hotel limpio , ambiente agradable y personal muy atentos . Buen desayuno y Super bien ubicado . Cerca de las atracciones teatrales. Zona segura y tranquila"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Chinatown
Palermo
Consider a visit to Palermo Soho 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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
