Buenos Aires
Argentina’s capital pairs a historic center and busy theater scene with parks, museums and neighborhoods shaped by European immigration.
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Buenos Aires is Argentina’s capital and largest city, on the southwest shore of the Río de la Plata. Its historic center gathers around Plaza de Mayo, near the Casa Rosada, Metropolitan Cathedral and Cabildo. Palermo and Recoleta are traditional art districts, and the city has museums from small specialist collections to major institutions. Teatro Colón is an internationally rated opera house, and live theater runs across the city. You may also hear the city called Capital, or see it abbreviated as Bs.As., B.A. or CABA.
Plan time for neighborhood walks, parks and cultural sights. Palermo is the city’s largest district; San Telmo and Montserrat are among its most visited neighborhoods. The city has more than 250 parks and green spaces, including Parque Tres de Febrero and the Japanese Gardens. Spring and autumn are good seasons to visit. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are cool and often foggy. Buenos Aires suits travelers interested in urban culture, architecture and nightlife. Ferries connect the city with Uruguay, including Colonia del Sacramento and Montevideo. How many days you need depends on how many neighborhoods and museums you want to visit.
Buenos Aires in five
- Know which airport you land atInternational flights use Ezeiza (EZE), about 45–60 min from the center by road. Aeroparque (AEP) sits by the river near Palermo and handles domestic and some regional flights.
- Get a SUBE card for the subte and busesOne rechargeable card pays for the subway, city buses and suburban trains. Buses do not take cash.
- Eat late, book ahead on weekendsMost parrillas fill from about 9pm, and popular ones take bookings days ahead for Friday and Saturday.
- Visit Recoleta Cemetery in daylightThe cemetery closes in the late afternoon. Go in the morning, then walk to the museums on Avenida del Libertador.
- Take the ferry to Uruguay for a dayFast ferries cross the Río de la Plata to Colonia del Sacramento. Bring your passport; it is an international crossing.
Things to do in Buenos Aires
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Need to know
- Airport
- Ezeiza (EZE) international, Aeroparque (AEP) domestic
- Getting there
- Flights to EZE; ferries from Uruguay; long-distance buses to Retiro
- Getting around
- Subte, buses and trains with a SUBE card; taxis and ride apps
- Best base
- Palermo for food and parks, Recoleta for museums
- Time needed
- 3–4 days, plus a day trip
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryClear9 rainy daysHigh29°Low22°Hot, humidJanuaryClear
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 91 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, humid
- FebruaryClear8 rainy daysHigh28°Low21°Hot, humidFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 103 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, humid
- MarchRain9 rainy daysHigh26°Low19°WarmMarchRain
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 171 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm
- AprilClear9 rainy daysHigh22°Low16°Mild, clearAprilClear
Best
- High
- 22°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 133 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, clear
- MayPartly cloudy7 rainy daysHigh18°Low12°CoolMayPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 12°
- Precipitation
- 99 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool
- JunePartly cloudy7 rainy daysHigh15°Low9°Cool, grayJunePartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 52 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, gray
- JulyPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh14°Low9°ColdestJulyPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 75 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Coldest
- AugustClear6 rainy daysHigh16°Low10°CoolAugustClear
Good
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 68 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool
- SeptemberPartly cloudy7 rainy daysHigh18°Low12°Jacarandas soonSeptemberPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 12°
- Precipitation
- 82 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Jacarandas soon
- OctoberClear8 rainy daysHigh21°Low14°Mild, greenOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 14°
- Precipitation
- 106 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, green
- NovemberClear8 rainy daysHigh25°Low17°JacarandasNovemberClear
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 98 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Jacarandas
- DecemberClear8 rainy daysHigh27°Low20°HotDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 94 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot
Average daily high and low in Buenos Aires, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Buenos Aires
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 24°
- Humidity
- 54%
- Wind
- 7 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 100%
Buenos Aires
05:43 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today25°16°100%Monday: Rain. High 25°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Tue21°17°73%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 21°, Low 17°. Chance of rain 73%.
- Wed25°15°33%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 25°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 33%.
- Thu24°13°0%Thursday: Partly cloudy. High 24°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri22°14°94%Friday: Drizzle. High 22°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 94%.
- Sat17°9°53%Saturday: Drizzle. High 17°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 53%.
- Sun19°8°7%Sunday: Clear. High 19°, Low 8°. Chance of rain 7%.
Updated 02:42 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 1,537 ARS
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Day trips by train
- Colonia del Sacramento, UruguayAbout 1–1.5 hours by fast ferryA walled colonial quarter on the river. Passport needed.Read the guide
- Tigre and the deltaAbout 1 hour by train from RetiroRiver islands, boat rides and a fruit market.
- San Antonio de ArecoAbout 2 hours by busGaucho town with silversmiths and estancias.
Before you go to Buenos Aires
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Plan around Buenos Aires
Entry rules, money and the regions
Read the guideUruguayColonia by ferry, Montevideo beyond
Read the guideIguazú National ParkA two-hour flight to the falls
Read the guideMendozaA flight west to wine country
Read the guideEl CalafateA flight south to Perito Moreno
Read the guideMoney in ArgentinaCards, cash and what to carry
Read the guideTravel insurancePhone theft and medical cover
Read the guideBuenos Aires FAQ
How many days do I need in Buenos Aires?
Three to four days covers Palermo, Recoleta, San Telmo and a tango night. Add a day for Colonia or the Tigre delta.
Where should I stay in Buenos Aires for a first trip?
Palermo. It has the most restaurants and bars, green space for walks, and a short ride to Recoleta and the center.
Can I pay by card in Buenos Aires?
Yes, in most restaurants, shops and hotels. Carry some pesos for small cafés, markets and tips, and check your card's foreign transaction fee.
What time do people eat dinner in Buenos Aires?
Late. Most restaurants get busy from about 9pm, and 10pm is normal on weekends. Some open earlier for visitors.
Is Buenos Aires safe for tourists?
Most visitors have no trouble in Palermo, Recoleta and the center. Phone and bag snatching is the common risk, so keep devices out on the street and use ride apps or radio taxis at night.