Tigre
Tigre is a riverside town on the Paraná Delta, about 30 kilometers north of Buenos Aires, and the place to go for boat rides, delta islands and a slower day on the water.
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Tigre is a town in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, about 30 kilometers north of the city of Buenos Aires. It sits on the edge of the Paraná Delta, where canals and river islands are reached by boat as often as by road. Visitors come from the capital for a day or a weekend to ride the river, walk the waterfront and see the delta up close.
The waterfront has a tradition of old rowing clubs and a riverside market, Puerto de Frutos, with craft and food stalls that fill up on weekends. The simplest way to see the area is by boat. Short river tours and public boats run out to the delta islands, where restaurants and guesthouses line the channels. Tigre suits a relaxed day trip, a weekend with friends or family, or a night on an island. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable months. Summer is hot and humid, and mosquitoes are common near the water. Plan one full day, or two nights if you want to stay on the islands.
Tigre in five
- Load a SUBE card before the trainThe Mitre line from Retiro to Tigre takes about an hour, and fares are paid with a SUBE card. Buy and load one before you board.Getting around
- Carry small peso notesMarket stalls, kiosks and some boat operators take cash. Small notes make change and tips easier.Money and costs
- Check the boat route at the river portBoats into the delta leave from the port beside Tigre station, and routes differ in length and stops. Ask which islands the boat visits and how long it stops at each.
- Pack repellent for the deltaMosquitoes are common near the rivers and wetlands, especially at dusk and in the warm months. Bring repellent and a light long-sleeved layer for the boat.
- Reach Puerto de Frutos early on weekendsPuerto de Frutos, the riverside market, fills up on weekends. Arrive before lunch to see the stalls with more room to walk.
Need to know
- Currency
- Argentine peso (ARS)
- Entry
- Varies by passport; check reciprocity rules before you fly Read more
- Emergency
- 911 for police, fire or ambulance in Buenos Aires Province
- Tipping
- Often 10% in restaurants when no service charge is added; round up for taxis
- Time
- UTC-3, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryHot, humid
- FebruaryHot, humid
- MarchWarm, easing
- AprilMild, clear
- MayCool, mild
- JuneCold, quiet
- JulyCold, quiet
- AugustCool, quiet
- SeptemberMild, warming
- OctoberMild, green
- NovemberWarm, pleasant
- DecemberHot, holidays
Right now in Tigre
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 28°
- Humidity
- 52%
- Wind
- 7 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 21%
Tigre
05:43 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today27°14°21%Monday: Fog. High 27°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 21%.
- Tue21°16°71%Tuesday: Rain. High 21°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 71%.
- Wed25°15°51%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 25°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 51%.
- Thu26°12°0%Thursday: Clear. High 26°, Low 12°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri23°13°67%Friday: Rain. High 23°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 67%.
- Sat17°9°24%Saturday: Drizzle. High 17°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 24%.
- Sun21°9°8%Sunday: Clear. High 21°, Low 9°. Chance of rain 8%.
Updated 02:25 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 1,537 ARS
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Buenos Airesabout 1 hour by trainReturn by the Mitre line from Retiro, the way most visitors get to Tigre.
- Olivosabout 30 minutes by trainRiverside stops on the Tren de la Costa, which runs to Tigre along the river.
- Delta islandsabout half a day by boatA half-day boat route with stops on the islands.
Before you go to Tigre
Rules for Tigre, checked
- Many passports need no visa for a tourist stay, but rules differ by country. Check the reciprocity rules for your passport on the national migration site before you fly.Source
- Declare food, plants and animal products on the arrival form, since fresh fruit and meat can be confiscated.
Plan around Tigre
Regions, entry rules, transport and money for an Argentina trip
Read the guideGetting around TigreTrains from Retiro, the river port and local buses
Read the guideMoney and cardsPesos, card use and tipping in Argentina
Read the guideEntry rules for ArgentinaWho needs a visa and what to check before you fly
Read the guideWhere to stayCompare bases in Tigre and the delta before you book
Read the guidePhones and dataCompare eSIM and local SIM options before you travel
Read the guideTigre FAQ
Is Tigre worth visiting from Buenos Aires?
Yes, for a day on the river, a delta boat ride and the riverside market. It is about an hour by train from Retiro, so a day trip works well, and a night on the water lets you see the delta at a slower pace.
How do I get from Buenos Aires to Tigre?
Take the Mitre line from Retiro station to Tigre, about an hour, and pay with a SUBE card. The train is the simplest option for most visitors.
How many days do you need in Tigre?
One day covers the river port, the market and a short boat ride. Stay one or two nights if you want a delta lodge, which is quieter once the day visitors leave.
Where should I stay in Tigre?
Stay in the center for the station, the port and restaurants, or on the delta for a quiet night on the water. Lodges on the islands are reached only by boat.
When is the best time to visit Tigre?
April to May and September to November, when days are mild and mosquitoes are less of a problem than in summer. Summer is hot and humid, and weekends are busiest all year.