Useful information for visitors from exterior

TRAVEL

Ways to get from and to the airport:

Ministro Pistarini International Airport, known as Ezeiza International Airport, is Argentina’s international airport located 32 km from the centre of Buenos Aires city.

  • Taxi – request taxi in advance or contact with one at the airport: Taxi Ezeiza Oficial.
  • Private shared transfers – Manuel Tienda Leon: runs every half an hour every day of the week. It will take you to the Tienda Leon’s terminal in Retiro.
  • Private transfers – request a car in advance or contact with one at the airport: Transferencia Express.

Aeroparque Jorge Newbery is Buenos Aires’ domestic airport located in the middle of the city and 15-30 minutes ride away from the city centre.

  • Private transfers – request a car in advance or contact with one at the airport: Transferencia Express.
  • Private shared transfers – Manuel Tienda Leon: runs every half an hour every day of the week. It will take you to the Tienda Leon’s terminal in Retiro.

Friendly TIPS to travel around Buenos Aires:

  • UBER is an option but CABIFY works better. It is safe and inexpensive to go around the city.
  • Be aware of pick pockets in touristy areas.

ACCOMODATION

Hotels

  • Alvear ICON Hotel - Aimé Painé 1130, Puerto Madero.
  • Hotel MADERO - Rosario Vera Peñaloza 360, Puerto Madero.
  • SLS Buenos Aires Puerto Madero - Juana Manso 1725, Puerto Madero.

AIRBNB

For those who like to feel at home and are looking for a more local experience AirBnB is the best option. Here are some of our top picks neighborhoods:

  • Puerto Madero is the waterfront neighborhood and the most modern barrio in Buenos Aires. Best place for modern architecture, an international vibe and luxurious restaurants.
  • Palermo is the l greenest neighborhood in Buenos Aires, with parks, lakes and a nightlife hotspot with many of the best restaurants, bars and clubs in the city. If you like to relax during the day and hit some chic bars and nightclubs at night, Palermo is a great option.
  • Recoleta is a classic and elegant neighborhood with many of the city’s most upscale hotels and stores. It’s a beautiful place to stay, with plenty of history and culture.

You will also find a great variety of upscale, midrange and budget hotels in our top pickneighbourhoods!

TOURISM

Things to do:

  • Cementerio de la Recoleta
  • Teatro Colon
  • Enjoy a good “asado”
  • Try Dulce de Leche and Alfajores (if you are brave enough drink Mate as well)
  • La Boca / La Bombonera / Caminito
  • Plaza de Mayo / Casa Rosada / Catedral
  • Tango show (Faena Hotel has its own show)
  • El Rosedal
  • Go shopping in Palermo Soho
  • Night out in Palermo Holywood
  • El Obelisco
  • San Telmo Neighbourhood and its market
  • MALBA
  • El Ateneo

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