Retiro Travel Guide
Buenos Aires
Popular places to visit
Plaza San Martin
Relax in a park with a preserved lawn, trees, statues, a war memorial and a tower in the center of the city.
Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Buenos Aires with a trip to Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Museo de Armas
You can browse the exhibits at Museo de Armas, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Buenos Aires. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Palacio Paz
Find out about the history of Buenos Aires when you take a trip to Palacio Paz. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
La Recova de Posadas
You can do some window-shopping at La Recova de Posadas during your stay in Buenos Aires. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Brazilian Embassy
Brazilian Embassy is just one of the places to see in Buenos Aires, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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
Buenos Aires Bus Hop On-Hop Off and Exclusive Benefits
Buenos Aires: Madero Tango Show with Optional Dinner
El Viejo Almacen Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Top hotels in Retiro
Efe Hotel & Cowork
The lobby is nice, the rooms are very small.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Principado Downtown
Breakfast menu was excellent however, area is small and staff had trouble keeping up with cleaning and resetting tables in a timely manner.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
The in room air conditioner was not working
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
El Misti Suites Buenos Aires
Great location close to major atractions and points of interest
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Up Retiro
Check in was easy, friendly staff. Room was nice and clean.. in all honesty a bit in need of a freshen up is needed, but was absolutely fine for me. Local area is safe, with plenty of transport options, shops for room.supplies, bars and places to eat... Easy to get around to other areas.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
Loved this hotel. Great location, staff was awesome and so attentive and helpful. Definitely I will be staying there next time I go to BA
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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.
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.
El Centro
Enjoy the popular shops in El Centro. Obelisco is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Carlos Pellegrini Station or July 9 Station to see more of Buenos Aires.
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.
Recoleta
Consider a visit to Recoleta Mall and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Recoleta. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Las Heras Station or Pueyrredon Station (Santa Fe).
Barrio Norte
If you're spending time in Barrio Norte, you might enjoy attractions like Santa Fe Avenue and 9 de Julio Avenue. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Las Heras Station to see more of the city.
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