30 days in Buenos Aires Itinerary

Cultural capital of South America, Buenos Aires remains one of the largest cities on the continent, serving as a point of departure for exploring the rest of the country.

Do your shopping at Puerto Madero and Recoleta. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Basilica de Lujan and Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales Bernardino Rivadavia. Change things up with these side-trips from Buenos Aires: Tigre (Museo de arte Tigre, Trilenium Casino, &more), Barco Bruma (in San Fernando) and La Plata (Planetario Ciudad de La Plata, Curutchet House, &more). There's lots more to do: explore the different monuments and memorials at Cemiterio de Recoleta, wander the streets of Calle Defensa, admire the architecture and history at Plaza de Mayo, and appreciate the extensive heritage of La Boca.

For ratings, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Buenos Aires online trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from South Africa, the closest major aiports are Jorge Newbery Airpark and Ministro Pistarini International Airport. In January, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.