San Cristobal Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Cristobal
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.
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.
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.
Colón Theatre
Inspired by French and Italian opera houses, this grand 1908 concert hall has some of the best sound in the world.
Activities
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
Buenos Aires by Night Premium city tour
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Skip the Line: Tango Porteño Only Show Ticket
Our pick of the best San Cristobal Hotel Deals
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
No
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Friendly efficient staff
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Principado Downtown
Clean, modern, well located
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Buenos Aires
Highly recommend staying here. The staff was absolutely amazing and catered to every single one of our needs. The facilities are beautiful and the pool was definitely great. You also have to try nuestro Secreto the food was delicious. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Gran Hotel Argentino
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Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Marriott Hotel Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport
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Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Cristobal
Balvanera
Get to know Balvanera and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Abasto Shopping Center and Palace of the Argentine National Congress, and you can jump on the metro at Miserere Square Station or Once - 30 de Diciembre Station to get around the city.
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.
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 San Telmo Market.
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.
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.
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.
