Barracas
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.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
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.
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
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Top hotels in Barracas
El Conquistador Hotel
Yes, the room spot was and yes, the staff is very polite and helpful
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Up Barrio Norte
Clean room, great location, I'd stay here every time I visit
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Bien ubicado
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
Such a beautiful place, feels secluded even being in the Centro area. Showers were 10/10. Great buffet breakfast too.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Huinid Obelisco Hotel
Very clean, nice rooms, helpful staff. The breakfast was good and the lobby bar served some food in off hours, which was appreciated. The hotel was located centrally, but in an area that was less appealing to walk, especially in the evening.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 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.
Barracas
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