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 Palermo. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Basilica de Lujan and Museo River Plate. Change things up with these side-trips from Buenos Aires: Barco Bruma (in San Fernando), La Plata (Planetario Ciudad de La Plata, Curutchet House, &more) and Tigre (Museo de arte Tigre, Trilenium Casino, &more). There's lots more to do: admire the natural beauty at Parque 3 de Febrero, admire the masterpieces at Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires, browse the different shops at Galerias Pacifico, and get a new perspective on nature at Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales Bernardino Rivadavia.

To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, use the Buenos Aires journey maker app.

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