Argentina’s capital city is a haven of arts, culture, and unbelievable food.
There are some cities where, just walking down the streets, you feel like you’re somehow experiencing the past and present at once. Buenos Aires is one of those cities.
The capital of Argentina is probably best known for its steak, tango, and Lionel Messi — all worthy features — but it’s so much more. It’s a metropolis that contains multitudes, with many identities and cultures coming together. You can see it in the cobblestone streets and historic beginnings of San Telmo, the colorful buildings and fútbol fandoms of La Boca, and the chic hotspots of Palermo and Recoleta.
“Argentina is often in the news for its economic woes, but Buenos Aires remains a remarkably upbeat, thriving city,” says Peter Schlesinger, the associate director of digital content at membership-based luxury travel company Indagare, an Equinox Circle partner. “For many travelers, it’s already high on their lists for specific reasons, be that seeing an opera at Teatro Colón, visiting sites associated with Eva Perón, or learning to tango. [But] anyone who loves cities and all the complexities of them will love Buenos Aires. What sets it apart for — and surprises — most visitors is its architectural beauty, fascinating history, cultural sensibilities, and world-class restaurants.”
You’d have to settle in long-term to see and do everything, but even if you have only four or five days, you can experience some of the best Buenos Aires has to offer. Start here.
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