Barracas Travel Guide
Buenos Aires
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.
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.
La Bombonera
The stadium of the illustrious soccer team Boca Juniors is renowned for its superb atmosphere. It is uniquely shaped like a box of chocolates.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Things to do
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
El Viejo Almacen Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires: Madero Tango Show with Optional Dinner
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Barracas
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
Great place
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Up Barrio Norte
A clean and comfortable place to stay. Great location. Good value!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hilton Buenos Aires
Great experience overall 👌
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Alvear Palace Hotel
It’s hard to imagine that there is a better place to stay in Buenos Aires. The Palace is a beautiful hotel with incredible service and attention to detail. The concierge staff helped take our trip to a higher level. The hotel is also in a high-end neighborhood and within walking distance of quite ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
We first got given a room where the bathroom door was tilted of the hinges and wouldn't even close. After asking reception to swap room the staff said there was no rooms left regardless of all the availability I could see online and that the maintenance man would come fix it tomorrow. The next day ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Tango de Mayo Hotel
Excelente localización, buena atención, lindo edificio, buen servicio
Reviewed on 26 Apr 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 Gran Rex Theatre 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.
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