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 outstanding shopping, exquisite dining and energetic nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Cemetery
This beautiful cemetery in Buenos Aires is the final resting place of many 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 Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
From Buenos Aires: Tigre Delta Tour with Boat Ride
Premium Tigre Small Group Tour
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires by Night Premium city tour
Top hotels in Barracas
El Conquistador Hotel
Las fotografías publicadas de las habitaciones no se corresponden con la realidad del hotel. Existe una diferencia evidente entre lo que se ofrece en los medios de promoción y el estado real de las instalaciones, lo que genera una expectativa que no se cumple al momento de la estancia. Adicionalmente, ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Up Barrio Norte
Room was very small with very basic amenities. The location is good with shopping and restaurants close by and busses connecting 1-2 blocks away.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Clean room, courteous staffs
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
Mi experiencia en el GrandView Hotel Buenos Aires fue muy decepcionante. El hotel prohíbe ingresar con cualquier tipo de comida procesada, incluyendo comida de delivery, bajo amenaza de una multa de USD 100. Esto es, en la práctica, una venta atada (venta casada): obligan al huésped a consumir exclusivamente ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
A very clean hotel, nice rooms, great amenities, and a perfect location.
Reviewed on 17 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.
