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Hop-on hop-off in buenos aires.

Book a tour on the Buenos Aires Hop-On Hop-Off bus and enjoy the best of the Argentine capital with a panoramic view of the most fascinating and important points of the city.

Hop On Hop Off in Buenos Aires Includes

• Choice of 24, 48 or 72 hour pass.
• Multilingual Audio guide (incl. earphones).
• Complimentary Map of the City with marked bus stops.

Monday to Sunday. First departure: 09:30 hs. Last departure: 18.00 hs. Buses every 30 mins.

Complete bus circuit (without stops) approx. 3.5 hours.

Buenos Aires City Tour: Experience the Magic of Buenos Aires on an Open Bus Tour

Buenos Aires , often referred to as " The Paris of South America ", is a city that combines European grandeur with Latin fervor. Its rich history , vibrant nightlife and passionate culture make it a must-see destination for any traveler.

Explore the vibrant city of Buenos Aires at your own pace with our Buenos Aires City Tour by open top sightseeing bus . This panoramic tour offers you the freedom to hop on and hop off at any of the 22 stops strategically located at the most emblematic points of the city.

With the hop on/hop off mode , you can choose the duration of your pass: 24, 48 or 72 hours, and during that time, get on and off the bus as many times as you wish. 

Travel comfortably on our modern double-decker buses with convertible roof, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of Buenos Aires with our audio guide system available in 10 languages .

Discover Buenos Aires, neighborhood by neighborhood :

Recoleta : Beyond its famous cemetery, this neighborhood is a living testimony to the Belle Époque, with its stately mansions and art museums.

San Telmo : A trip back in time to the colonial era. Its old markets, antique stores and nightly milongas evoke the soul of tango in every corner.

La Boca : A burst of color and culture. From the famous Caminito to the Boca Juniors stadium, it is a neighborhood that throbs to the rhythm of soccer and art.

Palermo : An urban oasis of parks, designer boutiques and unparalleled nightlife. It is the refuge of artists, designers and gourmets.

Microcentro : The financial and political heartbeat of the city. The imposing Avenida 9 de Julio , the historic Colon Theater , La Casa Rosada and the iconic Obelisk are just some of its jewels.

Why an Open Bus City Tour?

This tour gives you the unique opportunity to discover Buenos Aires from a panoramic perspective, allowing you to hop on and off at the places that interest you most. It is an invitation to explore, learn and fall in love with this multifaceted city at your own pace.

The Buenos Aires Open Tourist Bus Tour 

This panoramic City Tour of Buenos Aires has a total of 22 stops . 

It lasts approximately three and a half hours and you can choose any stop to take the bus. There is a waiting time of 30 minutes between each bus.

The tour includes a couple emblematic Plaza de Mayo square , where you will have the opportunity to admire the presidential palace , commonly known as the Casa Rosada . Don't miss the imposing Metropolitan Cathedral , which stands out for its neoclassical facade and houses the mausoleum of the illustrious General San Martin , a key figure in Argentine history.

The tour will take you through significant squares such as San Martín , Alvear and Plaza del Congreso . Stroll along iconic avenues such as Corrientes and Av. De Mayo . Immerse yourself in the diversity of Buenos Aires by visiting historic neighborhoods such as San Telmo and La Boca , chic Palermo and Recoleta , and contemporary Puerto Madero , among others.

Buenos Aires is more than a city; it is a living experience unfolding before your eyes. It is a tango dance on a cobblestone street, a coffee under the shade of a blooming jacaranda, a goal in the Bombonera . Hop On Hop Off bus offers you not only a tour, but an opportunity to experience every magical moment this city has to offer. Book now with Argentina4u and don't settle for just seeing Buenos Aires ; see it!

Important Notes

• Children policy : Up to 2 years old are free of charge. Between 3 and 11 years old, pay 50% for the tour.
• Special data request: In order to issue the tickets it is mandatory to send FOR EACH passenger: Passport, Full name, Gender, Country of origin, Date of Birth. Please fill in the form immediately after your payment, especially if the service is a last-minute booking.
• Tickets policy: Once your details are sent to our support team, we will send you an electronic ticket that should be printed in order to receive the service in any bus stop.
• Special cancellations policy:  50% refund up to 72 hours before the tour date. No refund for cancellations within the 72 hours before the tour date, unless a major force situation. In this case, passengers must present evidence that they cannot take the tour to our customer support in order to process the refund request from the Buenos Aires Bus Tour company.  Only allow modifications of 1 day before or after the tour date with prior notification via email to our support team .

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Is the bus tour accessible for people with reduced mobility?

Yes, our buses are equipped to be accessible for people with reduced mobility.

• Are discounts available for groups, students or seniors?

We offer discounts for large groups, students and seniors. Please see our website or contact us for more details.

• What languages are available on the audio guide system?

Our audio guide system is available in 10 languages, including Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Korean and Spanish.

• Can I hop on and off the bus at any stop?

Yes, with our hop on/hop off system, you can get on and off the bus at any of the 22 stops along the route.

• What is the frequency of the buses and how long does the entire tour last?

 Buses run every 30 minutes and the full tour lasts approximately three and a half hours.

• Does the tour operate every day of the year?

The tour operates every day, except for certain holidays. Please see our online calendar for details.

• Is there a place to store luggage on the bus?

Yes, there is limited luggage space on the bus. We recommend bringing only essential items for convenience.

• What safety and sanitary measures are being taken on board the bus?

We follow all recommended safety and sanitation guidelines, including regular cleaning of the buses and availability of hand sanitizer for passengers.

• Are pets accepted on the bus?

No, unfortunately pets are not accepted on board the bus.

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• Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour

Discover Buenos Aires with a 24-, 48-, or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket. Explore traditional and modern neighborhoods while learning about the area through a multilingual audio guide.

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• Explore Buenos Aires at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off bus
• Find out about the city and its landmarks with an included audio guide
• Benefit from a frequent service that runs every 25 minutes
• Enjoy free WiFi connection onboard the bus and at the bus stops

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• The first service starts at 9:30 AM from the first stop on Av. Pres. Roque Sáenz Peña 728, and after that buses run every 25 minutes The last bus starts from the first stop at 5:45 PM, with an approximate arrival time at the stop Teatro Colón (Stop 24) at 6:30 PM. Once you have purchased your ticket, you have 6 months to start using it. The use of the purchased time (24, 48 or 72 hours) will begin the first time you board the hop-on hop-off bus. If you want to change the date of the reservation, it is not necessary to process it through the website, unless this date change is greater than 6 months.

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Hop on Hop off bus Buenos Aires: worth the money?

Maybe you’re wondering if it’s worth the price to take the Buenos Aires city tour bus also known as the hop on hop off bus Buenos Aires. You see the yellow and red double-deck buses driving in the city and pretty tempting to sit on the upper deck in the sun. Hop on hop off!

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The tours of hop on hop off bus Buenos Aires

There are 2 companies that provide hop on hop off bus tours in Buenos Aires. The yellow tourist bus by “Buenos Aires Bus” and the red double-deck busses by “Grayline”. You can choose based on budget and route.

Both buses are a hop on hop off system. It means you can start wherever you want, hop off and start again at the stop of your choice. When you take the sightseeing city bus you will see most of Buenos Aires.

Both busses the yellow bus from Buenos Aires bus and the red from Grayline do have stops at Recoleta, the Teatro Colón, Avenida de Mayo, the Plaza del Congreso, Parque Lezama, Boca Juniors’ La Bombonera stadium, La Boca, the Puente de la Mujer and the Reserva Ecológica.

Exclusively for Secrets of Buenos Aires readers, I made a map of the bus routes.

Which hop on hop off bus should I take?

There is a difference in the routes between the yellow and red bus lines. For example, the yellow bus has a stop in Palermo Soho and runs to the National Congress of Argentina.

If you want to visit the River Plate stadium, the red bus line is the one to take.

There are small differences in route throughout the route, but they both have stops at the most famous places.

Where to start and buy tickets for the city sightseeing bus?

It’s possible to buy your tickets online on Buenos Aires Bus and Grayline . For your comfort, buy your tickets for the hop on hop off bus online and start wherever you want in Buenos Aires. The ticket is 24h or 48h valid from the moment you hop on for the first time on your tour.

The Buenos Aires tour bus operates every day from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.

The hop on hop off bus Buenos Aires: worth the money?

Depending on what type of tourist you are, it’s an easy way to discover the city. Buenos Aires bus 24h: 6000 ARS or approx. USD 40 Grayline Buenos Aires city bus: USD 35

The quality of the audio system is moderate with a choice of up to 10 languages (Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Hebrew, and Arabic). The seats are plastic but quite comfortable. A pair of small disposable earphones are provided by the company. The rooftop of the bus is divided into two parts: an open area and one cabin in front with air conditioning.

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Buy ticket for the hop on hop off bus

If you want to buy a ticket for the Buenos Aires bus, you have two options.

One, you head to the main office at Florida 948 and buy the ticket there.

Second, you can buy your ticket online in advance. i strongly suggest buying the hop on hop off Buenos Aires bus ticket on their website and not third-party websites. On the website of the bus company, you can print the ticket and hop on everywhere you want. When you buy the ticket on a third-party website, you need to go to the main office to turn the mobile pass into a paper one. Strange, but it’s like that?

For the Grayline city bus, you can buy your ticket online here.

• Don’t forget to put on a sun protector in spring and summer if you sit on the upper deck. It can be hot and sunny.
• Buy your tickets online here for the Buenos Aires tour bus.
• Take advantage of the hop-on and hop-off. Stop at some museums or places

I rate it a 3,5 star on 5. Taking a public bus will get you everywhere but the upper-deck has its advantages.

My roots in Buenos Aires started as a tourist. After some great adventures in Argentina, I moved in 2017 to the metropolitan city of Buenos Aires. I felt a need for correct and honest information for tourists. That's why I love to write to you. Sharing my discoveries in Buenos Aires. I hope you enjoy the city as much as I do! Buenos Aires ❤️

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I absolutely love the hop-on-hop-off bus experience in Buenos Aires! It’s such a fantastic way to explore the city’s vibrant culture and rich history at your own pace. I’ve had the pleasure of taking this tour myself, and it was a memorable adventure.

Hi Glen, Thanks for this helpful Web Seite. 2 questions: 1) How much is a private Tour just for one day? 2) If we go with the yellow bus and buy the Tickets online, can we hop on everywher when we want to Start the Tour, or do we have to go to the Main Office first to get an official Ticket?

Hi Leon, a private tour depends on how long you want to have the tour. Mostly its around 3 hours. But if you want to have a private guided tour? Please contact me at [email protected] 🙂

ABout the bus, you need to watch out for what the ticket mentions. For example on Get Your Guide you need to go to the head office to get the tickets after all. You can also book tickets directly on their website. Easier.

Hello Glenn

Thank you for your website.

I am trying to find maps and a list of stops the Hop On Hop Off buses in Buenos Aires.

Is there anywhere you can suggest?

Thank you Bernie

Hi Bernie, I tried to create the map on my website because of the same reason. The maps you find on Google are outdated. The only thing they have are paper maps. But don’t have them right now with me :-/

This is Rakesh Shah from Atlanta, GA, USA. My wife and I will be in Buenos Aires 12 PM May 16 to 2 PM May 18.

Can you help us plan the itinerary to use our time best while we are in your beautiful city?

Hi Rakesh, thanks for visiting my website. I can recommend a private guide for two days to get the most out of your stay if you prefer?:-)

We are very disappointed. We bought the tickets and had to wait more than 1h to get in the bus. Next stop we had no possibility anymore to get in the bus. So we can’t recommend the busses

I will arrive AEP airport around noon time and like to take the tour bus in afternoon. Any way I can get on the tour bus from airport?

If I analyzed the map well there is no stop at the airport. It passes there but doesn’t stop.

Hi Glenn, I am a portena living in the US. My son and his bride are visiting BsAs next week. They asked me to prepare an itinerary for them. I am a bit at a loss because I know where I want them to visit but I don’t know how to design a schedule. Of course the Hop on Hop off is an important first step.

Any comments you can offer me? They’ll be staying in Belgrano.

My email is [email protected] Thanks a lot for all your help.

Hi Vera! Great that you contact me. I suggest downloading my phone app (available on Google Play and Apple Store). In the left menu you find day plannings 😀

Hi Glenn, Thank you for the information. Can we purchase tickets from bus driver or somebody at the Teatro Collon stop? Can they accept cash payment? We are going to be in the city only one full day. Which line would you suggest to see the most? Thank you. Roman

Hi Roman, you can buy tickets at the stand near the Obelisco. Normally cash and card payments are accepted. Both lines are more or less equal. The red line goes a bit further to the stadium of River Plate.

Hi Glen, FYI it looks like the prices have terribly increased as it is now 6000AR$ for 24h and 7000AR$ for 48h. Prices found on the official website. Is it normal ? Thank you! 🙂

Hi Alex, Still with 100% inflation in Argentina… this is a big price increase. I updated the page. Thanks for letting me know.

How do you recommend to purchase the bus tickets online? I tried and its saying my card is invalid, and its an Americancard. Not sure what I am doing wrong.

Hi Christina, did you book online on the official website? Otherwise, Get Your Guide works too.

heyy editor, wat een mooie website!! dank voor uw tips. Ik zat naast je in het vliegtuig op weg naar BA. had natuurlijk even je whats app moeten vragen voor meer tips, maar natuurlijk vergeten…. mogelijk kan ik op deze manier nog met je in contact komen? Groetjes Antoinet uit Nederland.

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Official Buenos Aires Tourist Bus Ticket - Hop On Hop Off

• Disposable Headphones
• Passport of benefits- discounts
• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

• VonBadger 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Annoying Walked past a few of their bus stops on our first day and saw you could buy tickets on board the bus, which saved probably having to get something printed paying online. We got to Stop No. 5 jus after 10.00 the next morning, didn’t have to wait too long and got on the bus. Then the problems started… They don‘t take credit cards, only pesos! Virtually every small bakery or shop in the countryside, even some market stands, take credit cards, but not one of the big tourist attractions in the capital city! So, as we didn‘t have 60,000 pesos in cash, we had to get off the bus and find a bank. We then returned and managed to get on the next bus, which wasn’t very full and had room upstairs, although it got completely full by Stop No. 10. At some stops later on, there was not enough room and some people couldn’t get on. As per other reviews, the recorded text is OK but between commentary, it switches to very loud (and bad) music, so the whole bus turns the volume down until the next text and then turns it up again. Just annoying, but not as annoying as the bus changing route and going straight from Stop No. 10 to No. 14, missing out the other ones in the center of town, that we (and a lot of other people) wanted to get out at. The best was yet to come as at the next stop, they parked behind another (empty) bus and we were all told to get off and get onto the next one. We were lucky enough to get off relatively quickly and get another seat upstairs. Others weren‘t. One note if you are upstairs near Stop No. 18: Keep a look out as you will get a few low-hanging small branches in your face! Another small annoyance is that their website‘s online info on when the next bus is going to arrive is very inaccurate. Four minutes became 15-20 on a couple of occasions. Conclusion: Not that great anyway and just felt a bit disappointed with everything. Would probably take 5-6 Ubers and get everywhere quicker and cheaper. Read more Written March 4, 2024
• Peter W 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Very happy with the yellow bus We got impatient waiting to buy tickets to the Greyline hop-on-hop-off bus took a punt on the yellow Buenos Aires hop-on-hop-off bus instead. They follow a similar route and share many stops. Each time we stopped, a yellow bus arrived for us before a red one, and at some stops there were people with tickets for the red one and they’d been waiting quite some time and the red busses were too full for them to get on. We had no such trouble. The audio commentary (we listened in English) was good and timed perfectly as we passed points of interest. Read more Written January 9, 2024
• nicconesi 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Bad bad bad service Terrible service! Jan 1. The service was supposed to start at 12.00. Afrer 1 hour waiting, one bus arrived with NO SEATS AVAILABLE. I want my money back! Read more Written January 1, 2024
• Sherpa24848539958 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Awful, waste of money Please do not pay for this bus service I was charged 57€ for my husband and I, we got off at Recoleta, and could not get back on any other bus the entire day. Felt totally ripped off, staff on the buses were extremely unhelpful, waiting for over an hour in several places and could not get on buses, avenida de mayo, awful, had to take a taxi in the end, at least a boca - caminito, it was horrendous with queues down the street, again waited hours only having to pay for a taxi in the end. Dont waste your money Read more Written December 26, 2023
• I9700GEdaven 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Go smart The buses were always full sometimes we were waiting more than an hour I would NOT recommend this bus is a little cheaper but the red buses were better one time I couldn’t wait any more I took a taxi just suggestion to who ever read this if you change your dollar at exchanges places the taxis will coast very cheap it’s better and it’s won’t cost that much do not use your credit card it’s will cost you double Read more Written March 11, 2023
• RickimusMaximus 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great educational ride This is a fantastic way to get around, see the city, and learn a lot. Get off at the Boca stadium stop for some shopping and some good food. Whenever I take a group to BA, we always take one day to relax and do this tour. Read more Written May 26, 2020
• HFine 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Scam - Don't do it Terrible experience. My family bought tickets, four of us. We waited an hour for a bus. The bus was full. We waited again. The guide was not helpful, no info on next bus arrival time. They are taking money and not putting enough buses on the route. I complained in writing through their online for, telling them I wanted my money refunded of two free tickets tomorrow since I didn't get to half the places. Never heard from them. Read more Written March 6, 2020
• jackietrehorn 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Awful Don’t get on this bus, if you do get an uncovered one otherwise you can’t see very much. Also they don’t let you ride the whole loop. You have to get off in La Boca and queue up again! Read more Written February 29, 2020
• slitel 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles One of the worst I have ever done. We waited almost two hours for the bus. The web site says you can pay by credit card and the machine was broken. The audio in most of the seats on the bus did not work... I was on the bus tour and seriously have no idea what I saw... Oh yes lets not forget the bus that came by and they would not lets us get on cause they claimed it was full but we counted over a dozen empty seats on top deck. I have done these buses in over 40 cities and this was the worst. Should have gotten my money back Read more Written February 24, 2020
• JanN216 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Good way to see the entire city Good way to see the entire city - it’s a hop on and off system. Felt the commentary could be far more informative regarding history and culture of the city along with the sights. Lots of filler music was played. We did get off in La Boca- nice half way mark with a visit to the MBQM Museum- well worth the visit Read more Written January 30, 2020
• Patricia H 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Bad experience I had Bad experience with this bus. I was on time for the last bus of the day at stop 1 after rushing through a late lunch but it didn’t arrive. I saw one of these buses racing by without stopping. I ended up taking 2 taxis to try and catch it. One to stop 5 where it didn’t show and the next to stop 8 where I managed to catch it only to find out that the audio wasn’t working. So bad!! Read more Written January 27, 2020
• tron38 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Try this As in many world cities, this service is practical to see and understand them and get acquainted fast and cheap. Three lines has to be ride with connections on each of them to see the whole urban area. They make many interesting stops near places to be seen. Read more Written January 26, 2020
• MartinJLaws 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Very Rude Manager We walked quite a way from our hotel to the start point of the bus tour. We didn’t get an advance ticket as I had read here they sometimes are a problem. Well when we arrived we were told the tickets we’re all sold out and the manager couldn’t be bothered to Talk to a queue of people all upset including us. However it got worse as 5 busses all half full at most stopped and left, he didn’t care - they were sold out tough! His staff were embarrassed and all trying to talk to him about easing his restrictions. Also people with tickets from the internet were also getting turned away. I really would look for a different tour! Read more Written January 18, 2020
• jb079 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Nice time It wasn't my first visit but again I enjoyed myself very much. It is a great city for a few days when your travelling around Argentina or Chili. Read more Written January 17, 2020
• MannyG2000 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Wrong City for this Concept There are just not enough sites of general tourist interest to justify the hop-on hop-off concept in Buenos Aires. For about US$ 30 per head, you can go all around the city for a day. But don’t be fooled by the three separate routes covered by Buenos Aires Bus. Unless you are going to live here, at most you will be interested in two or three destinations out of the 30+ stops, and so you would be far better off taking taxis at about US$ 4 a trip, especially if there are two to four in your party. There are no compensating factors in the bus, which is inadequately air-conditioned, offers only the barest of audio commentary, has uncomfortable seats, and is often full of screaming, whining children. And most of the time you are in heavy traffic staring at bland city-scapes. Read more Written January 6, 2020

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July 11, 2018 · Buenos Aires , Travel

Sightsee Buenos Aires On A Double Decker

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The Yellow Bus. Hop-on hop-off Buenos Aires City Tour. 

Whether you are visiting Buenos Aires for just a few days or a few months, you won’t go wrong by taking the yellow bus , or officially the Buenos Aires Yellow Bus , as your first activity to get a feel of the city. It is a hop-on hop-off tour service on a double-decker bus organized by the city government.

Since its inauguration in 2010, the route has grown from 12 stops to 33 stops plus a separate extension of a 5-stop northern route. With the expansion of its fleet, the buses run much more frequently too at every 10-20 mins. The bus route covers all the must-see spots in the city and the whole tour lasts around 3-4 hours depending on traffic (we are in a busy city after all!). Audio guide in 10 different languages with headphones are also available on board, so you know what you are looking at when you are passing them by.

If you have the time to hop off, definitely get off to walk around and explore more. Even if you don’t, after this bus tour, you can check off, if not all, most of the attractions mentioned in your guide books. The roof is always off during good weather, and on a sunny day, it’s really a perfect way to cruise around town and get a tan. If you like the rain, or not, you don’t have to cancel your plan to take the yellow bus either because they will put the roof up. No uncomfortable poncho raincoat necessary.

Buenos Aires is a very walkable city but there are also a lot to cover (I know because I have entertained many visiting friends and family during the pre-yellow-bus era). So, whether you’re already or soon-to-be in town, check out the Buenos Aires bus, it’s an enjoyable way to get (re)acquainted with this beautiful city.

Keep in mind: boarding is by arrival order no matter whether participants booked in advance or not.

The route takes in a range of barrios, including La Boca, Costanera Sur, Plaza Italia and Recoleta, Plaza de Mayo, El Cabildo, Obelisco, Nacional Congreso Congres, Teatro Colón, La Boca, Puerto Madero,  Barrio Chino.

With complimentary audio commentary in a choice of 10 languages the route takes nearly 3 hours if you choose not to get off at one of the 33 stops. It is a great way to see many of the cities popular sights from the comfort of a specially designed tourist mover, complete with an open-air top level on sunny days. Buses run every 20-30 minutes, from 9am to 5pm

Recently, especially on weekends, the buses were leaving full from the first stop at the pedestrian street of Florida. Obviously, the company released they had a huge demand for the service and did what many would do in the same situation, increased the price.

What was once a bargain 50ARS in 2010 ticket will now set back a foreign tourist 670 ARS or USD 33 per person. Personally, I think, if you are only in Buenos Aires for short amount of time, the big yellow bus is still a good deal for a three-hour tour of the city, just no longer the bargain it once was.

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Bus amarillo Días y horarios: todos los días, de 9 a 20 h. Último servicio saliendo de parada 0, 17 h. Frecuencia:15 minutos. Desde Av. Quintana 596, Recoleta. Más información y tickets: buenosairesbus.com   Bus rojo Días y horarios: todos los días, de 9 a 19 h. Frecuencia: cada 30 minutos. Desde diagonal Roque Sáenz Peña 728, San Nicolás. Más información y tickets: buenosairescitybus.com

Todos los días, podés subirte al bus amarillo o al bus rojo y recorrer Buenos Aires en dos circuitos diferentes con los que vas a aprovechar al máximo tu tiempo en la Ciudad.

Este servicio tiene la modalidad hop-on hop-off, que permite que, dentro de la duración de tu ticket -hay pases de 24 o de 48 horas-, desciendas y vuelvas a subir tantas veces como desees y en cualquiera de las paradas.

Los buses pasan cada 30 minutos y los paseos duran aproximadamente unas 3 horas. Te van a llevar por las zonas más emblemáticas de Buenos Aires y, algo fundamental es que al subir, vas a recibir un par de auriculares a través de los que podrás seguir una audioguía (disponible en español, inglés, francés, alemán, portugués, italiano, chino, japonés y ruso). Eso hará que conozcas los detalles y curiosidades de cada atractivo.

Preparate para sacar las mejores imágenes del corazón de Buenos Aires, con vistas panorámicas de lugares históricos y espacios culturales. También, para llevarte una gran experiencia de barrios únicos. Además, estos vehículos cuidan el medioambiente: funcionan solamente con biodiesel.

Algunos de los puntos que vas a poder conocer son la Plaza Congreso, la Avenida de Mayo, el Paseo de la Historieta, San Telmo, la Bombonera, La Boca y Caminito, Costanera Sur, Puerto Madero, Galerías Pacífico, Plaza San Martín, Parque Thays y la Floralis Genérica, el MALBA, el Planetario, el Monumento de los Españoles y el Museo de Bellas Artes.

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Recoleta, Teatro Colón, Avenida de Mayo, Plaza del Congreso, Paseo de la Historieta, plaza Dorrego, La Bombonera, Caminito, Parque Lezama, Puente de la Mujer, Reserva Ecológica, Galerías Pacífico, av. 9 de Julio, plaza San Martín, Parque Thays, MALBA, Planetario, Plaza Italia, plaza Julio Cortázar, Distrito Arcos, Bosques de Palermo, Monumento de los Españoles y Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes.

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Diagonal Norte, Plaza del Congreso, Paseo de la Historieta, plaza Dorrego, Usina del Arte, La Bombonera, Caminito, Costanera Sur, Puerto Madero, Retiro, plaza San Martín, Floralis Genérica, MALBA, Planetario, Monumento a Cristóbal Colón, Parque de la Memoria, El Monumental, Barrio Chino, Campo Argentino de Polo, Monumento de los españoles, Museo Nacional de Arte Decorativo, Recoleta y Teatro Colón.

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10 Unique Hidden Gems in Buenos Aires: A Local's Guide

A re you visiting Buenos Aires, Argentina and looking for unique experiences and hidden gems to add to your itinerary? Then look no further! 

In this post, long-time resident Rebecca is sharing her ten favorite unique hidden gems in Buenos Aires. These are perfect for escaping the crowds at Caminito and the Recoleta Cemetery and exploring some more authentic and less-visited places in Buenos Aires!

You’ll find everything from hidden tango spots to international street art and secret gardens – there are so many things to do in Buenos Aires that you’ve probably never heard of!

Let’s explore the lesser-known hidden gems of Buenos Aires!

Unique Things to do in Buenos Aires, Argentina

#1 tango spirit and history in almagro.

At the top of every visitor’s list of what to do in Buenos Aires, Argentina is certainly experiencing the country’s famous tango culture. The Almagro neighborhood is the perfect place to explore the more authentic side!

Almagro is a busy neighborhood only a few subway stops from the city center of Buenos Aires. It has a less polished feel to it than Palermo or Recoleta, and few tourists seem to find their way to Almagro.

However, if you want to get a feel of what life in Buenos Aires is about, then consider a visit to Almagro! Try one of the local restaurants in the area or wander the streets to absorb everyday life in Buenos Aires.

Almagro is a great spot to learn more about tango. On the quiet street Jean Jaures in Almagro, you will find the museum and childhood home of Argentine tango legend, Carlos Gardel.

Down the street from the museum, there is a sidewalk called Pasaje Carlos Gardel . Here you will find traditional bars, tango-inspired street art, and a monument of Carlos Gardel.

Jean Jaures Street also showcases several houses covered in the iconic local way of decorating signs and windows, called fileteado porteño . The houses were made in an initiative to promote and preserve the classic way of decorating in Buenos Aires.

In Almagro, you will find the locally famous landmark, the Abasto Shopping Mall. The Abasto Shopping Mall used to be the central market for wholesale fruit and vegetables. However, today it is a modern shopping mall with clothing stores and a large cinema.

During the day there is no problem walking around Almagro. But if you are going for a tango show in the evening, you might want to be extra careful – and keep your phone and cameras in your bag!

#2 Street Art Tour in Coghlan

When people talk about street art in Buenos Aires , they normally highlight Palermo as the place to go. But have you heard about Coghlan?

Coghlan is a true hidden gem in Buenos Aires for street art lovers! 

The neighborhood of Coghlan is located in the northwestern part of Buenos Aires. The area is primarily residential but features an impressive international street art scene. 

You can find murals from international street artists such as Mexican artist Quack Zean, American artist Stacey Williams-Ng, and Italian street artist Alice Pasquini – to just name a few! 

The biggest and most famous mural in the area is by Argentine street artist Martin Ron. Martin Ron has contributed to many amazing murals around Buenos Aires.

Martin Ron’s mural in Coghlan dates back to 2013. The mural was made in collaboration between the local organization, Buenos Aires Street Art , and the local City Government of Buenos Aires. The mural showcases a young boy with sculpture-like features sitting on one edge of a skateboard and a cut-off head floating over the other edge.

Buenos Aires Street Art Tours offers an interesting guided walking tour around Coghlan where you visit the many amazing murals and hear the stories about them. It’s very affordable and a nice small group! If you don’t feel like doing the tour, you can always hop on the local train or subway and explore Coghlan on your own though you won’t get the history and context.

#3 The Mataderos Market

The Mataderos Market in Buenos Aires is a true hidden gem in the city and the perfect way to experience Argentine folk dance and gaucho culture.

A gaucho is the Argentine equivalent of a cowboy in the U.S. The gaucho culture is a very important part of modern-day Argentina’s cultural and historical heritage, especially in the countryside of Argentina.

At Feria de Mataderos , as the market is called in Spanish, you can find stalls with leather goods, beautifully decorated knives, and, of course, lots of different Argentine mate cups.

Mate is a traditional Argentinian tea-like drink with high levels of caffeine. The mate is closely associated with the gaucho culture, and a culturally important ritual for many people in Argentina today.

The Mataderos market is held in the neighborhood of Mataderos on the outskirts of Buenos Aires on Sundays from April to December. In case of bad weather, the market might cancel.

To get to the Matadors Market, you can take the bus, a taxi, or Uber. From the city center, it takes approximately 30 minutes by car. And from Palermo, it takes 45 minutes. By bus, it takes about an hour from both the center and Palermo. 

#4 Day Trip to the Local Winery Gamboa

Gamboa Winery is a perfect day trip from Buenos Aires if you love wine – or don’t have time to go to Argentina’s wine capital, Mendoza!

Bodega Gamboa is located in the Campana area of Buenos Aires province. Campana is around 65 miles from the center of Buenos Aires. When you arrive, it feels like you have driven out into the middle of nowhere. 

The visit to the winery consists of a small tour of the area. They introduce you to the history of the place and the wine they produce. Afterward, there is a delicious lunch with accompanying wine. The winery only recently opened its doors to the public, and it’s still a well-kept hidden gem in Buenos Aires.

The production of wine from Bodega Gamboa is still limited. So, you have to be lucky to hit a time when they still have some of their wine left. When I visited the place, Gamboa’s wine was sold out. The owners have sought out wineries around Argentina that supply them with high-quality wine.

You can book the visit directly with Bodega Gamboa or with an organized tour including transportation to the winery. If you book the visit yourself, you should bear in mind that you need to arrange a taxi or an Uber to get to and from Campana. There is no public transportation. At the winery, the staff speak limited English. If you book an organized tour, the tour organizers will arrange transport and an English-speaking guide for you.

#5 Buenos Aires’ Most Unique Church 

The architecture in Buenos Aires is well-known for its gorgeous mansions and impressive palaces dotted between skyscrapers and building blocks. 

However, if you want to experience a unique hidden gem in Buenos Aires’ architectural scene, then add the church Basílica de Maria Auxiliadora y San Carlos to your list! 

This church is properly Buenos Aires’ most unique church. With its lolly-pop stripped interior and beautiful details, it can take the breath away from most. 

Basílica de Maria Auxiliadora y San Carlos is located in the neighborhood of Almagro. From the city center, you can hop on the subway’s blue A-line to Castro Barros or the red B-line to Medrano and walk to the church.

You can easily visit Basílica de Maria Auxiliadora y San Carlos and the tango part of Almagro on the same day.

#6 Artis Bar in San Telmo

The neighborhood of San Telmo in itself invites mystery and hidden gems. And Artis Bar is no exception! 

This bar is located inside what once upon a time was a Jesuit convert. From the outside, it looks like any other restaurant in Buenos Aires. But as you walk through the main house towards the terraces in the back, a whole other experience is revealed before your eyes.

In the back, the terraces on multiple levels are covered with plants and sculptures. It creates the perfect atmosphere for a spectacular hidden gem in Buenos Aires.

The construction dates back to the 1890s. Over time, the building transformed from a convert to a tenement for European immigrants, and then a hotel, and a craft market. Since 2020, the mansion has been the bar and restaurant that you can visit today. 

#7 The Hidden Sidewalk in San Telmo, Pasaje de la Defensa

Many travelers visit Defensa Street when in San Telmo. The street is famous for hosting the popular San Telmo Sunday Market. However, most visitors overlook Pasaje de la Defensa , an old sidewalk just off the popular Defensa Street.

Pasaje de la Defensa , or translated Defense Passage, used to be the patio of the Ezeiza family’s mansion in San Telmo. The mansion was built in the 1880s and featured two floors with rooms facing the interior patios.

Today, the patios of the mansion have been turned into a shopping arcade of antique and handcraft shops. 

When you visit San Telmo, make time to explore both Artis Bar and Pasaje de la Defensa. 

#8 The Secret Gardens in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires has not always been the cosmopolitan big city that you experience today. Back in time, many of the neighborhoods used to be on the outskirts of the city featuring large country houses, estancias in Spanish, with beautiful green gardens.

While many of these country houses have been demolished and changed into large apartment or office buildings, some of them remain today. 

Around Buenos Aires, you will find some of these old mansions turned into museums of their previous owners. The best thing about these old mansions is that behind their tall walls, they hide beautiful secret gardens. 

Close to the city center in the neighborhood of Retiro, you can visit an old mansion, known as the Noel Palace. The mansion is well-preserved and features a beautiful Spanish-inspired garden. It’s a perfect spot to slow down while getting a feeling of what Buenos Aires used to be like.

In Palermo, you can visit the Richard Rojas Museum and explore its beautiful patio and secret garden. The mansion stands with many of the original artifacts from the previous owner, Ricard Rojas, an Argentine journalist.

Head to Belgrano, to check out the Larreta Museum of Spanish Art. Passing through the museum, you will find a beautiful Andalusian patio.

Not many international travelers have heard about these secret gardens in Buenos Aires , so you can be sure to explore these hidden gems in Buenos Aires mostly on your own!

#9 Local Food Court, Patio de los Lecheros

Patio de los Lecheros is a local food court located in the neighborhood of Caballito in Buenos Aires. 

The food court has been increasingly popular among locals but still remains a hidden gem for most tourists visiting Buenos Aires. 

Translated Patio de los Lecheros means the milkmen’s patio. The area used to be the train station where the milk arrived from the countryside to Buenos Aires. The train station worked until 1961 when it was closed down.

Today, the area has been turned into a colorful food heaven. In Patio de los Lecheros, you can try everything from local Argentine specialties to international classics.

The food court is open Sunday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m., Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., and Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 a.m.

Check the Instagram for Patio de los Lecheros for any updates or changes. 

#10 Bike tour to the Memory Park

The Memory Park is a large public park located by the river banks of Río de La Plata in the northern part of Buenos Aires. 

The full name of the park in Spanish is El Parque de la Memoria – Monumento a las Víctimas del Terrorismo de Estado, which translates to the Memory Park – Monument for the Victims of State Terrorism.

The park’s name refers to the state-sponsored terrorism during Argentina’s last military dictatorship. The epoch in Argentina’s history is also frequently referred to as the Dirty War. 

Throughout the park, you can experience different artwork and sculptures that tell the story of this dark time in Argentina’s past. The largest and most impactful piece is a wall with engraved names of all the victims. 

The military dictatorship in Argentina ended in 1983 after the defeat in the Falkland War ( Guerra de las Malvinas in Argentina). However, during most of the 1970s, the military dictatorship illegally kidnapped and detented political opponents. There are always two sides to a story, and up until today the Dirty War still politically divides Argentina. 

The Memory Park is an interesting place to visit to learn more about Argentina’s past while enjoying its off-the-beaten-path location by the river.

Rent a bike and take the waterfront path, Costanera, up to the Memory Park. On your way, you will also pass Buenos Aires’ second airport, Aeroparque Jorge Newberry. 

About Rebecca Hoffman

Rebecca grew up in Denmark and traveled the world before landing in Buenos Aires for a 6 month stint that turned into 7 wonderful years! You can follow her adventures at Becci Abroad .

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• Fierro Hotel Buenos Aires – Boutique hotel with included breakfast, a pool, spa and more
• Bulnes Eco Suites – Aparthotel with kitchenettes and rooms for up to 4 guests
• Arc Recoleta Boutique Hotel & Spa – Medium-sized hotel in a great location with outdoor breakfast and pool, and rooms for up to 4 guests
• Clayton Buenos Aires – Simple, budget-friendly option for 1 or 2 guests

Before you go…

For a truly unique experience in Buenos Aires, join this wonderful cooking class to learn how to make traditional foods like empanadas and alfajores. I promise it will be an unforgettable afternoon! Or if you’ll continue further south, start planning your trip to the incredible Patagonia region .

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