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 world-class shopping, fine dining and vibrant nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighborhood in Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Cemetery
This city cemetery contains the graves of some of Argentina’s most notable politicians and public figures, including Eva Perón.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Colón Theatre
Visit one of the world’s finest theaters to watch operas, ballets and concerts or take a guided tour of the salons and auditorium.
Casa Rosada
Admire the pink façade of one of Argentina’s most recognizable buildings, take a tour of its halls and galleries and visit a museum displaying political artifacts.
Things to do
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Buenos Aires Bus Tour with Free Stops and Exclusive Benefits
Skip the Line: Tango Porteño Only Show Ticket
Buenos Aires: La Recoleta Cemetery Guided Tour in English
Sailing on the Rio de la Plata Postcards from Buenos Aires
Premium Audio Guided Navigation to Tiger roundtrip
Top hotels in Barracas
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Perfect room clean . Staff helpful and friendly!!!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Up Barrio Norte
Very clean and tidy room, very curteous and helpful staff and in a great location.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
The whole place was very clean. And what neat old building. Lots of marble. And I had a grest view.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
La espera para hacer check in y check out fue bastante, solo hay 2 personas, podrían poner 4 o 6 sobre todo en temporada alta
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Marriott Hotel Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport
Staff was very nice. Room was clean. Pool area was nice and clean. We didnt get to use the indoor hot tub area because no one told us this amenity was available, and when we finally found it, the area was apparently already closed for the day. Ordered a pepperoni pizza at the restaurant and only ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
A beautiful boutique hotel in the Retiro central quarter of Buenos Aires. Very walkable to many other destinations and the hotel itself is absolutely lovely. It pays to ask for a junior suite otherwise the other rooms are too small and have no views
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barracas
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 Plaza Dorrego.
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.
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 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.
Buenos Aires Central Business District
If you're spending time in Buenos Aires Central Business District, check out sights like Obelisco or Luna Park Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Correo Central Station or Leandro N Alem Station.
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.
