Corrientes Avenue is the city's cultural centre. Lining its sidewalks are most of Buenos Aires' theatres, restaurants, pubs, bookshops and much else, including CD stores that specialise in tango music.

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This natural area, located at the confluence of the Paraná and La Plata Rivers, has maintained its charm over the decades. El Delta is a popular venue for water sports and holds much history. Aristocratic families used to spend their weekends by the river here. You can sail among hundreds of islands and channels, and visit many local attractions such as a local market, open on Saturdays and Sundays, and the Rowing Club.

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Located inside the Pacific Galleries Shopping Mall, this cultural centre features a permanent exhibition in honour of the great Argentinian writer Jorge Luis Borges, which includes photographs, videos and manuscripts.

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This aristocratic neighbourhood is a must-see for tourists, with its distinguished avenues, verdant trees and well-tended gardens. The heart of the area is the Recoleta Cemetery, with its ostentatious mausoleums, symbols of the lineage of traditional Buenos Aires society. Elegant Quintana and Alvear Avenues reflect a Parisian influence, with renowned designer boutiques. The area around the Plaza Francia is known for its cultural establishments and acclaimed restaurants, as well as the local handicrafts market that takes place every weekend.

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Situated by a river, the prestigious Madero Port neighbourhood combines beautifully restored modern architecture with excellent cuisine. Most buildings still maintain their original exterior appearance. The area features nearly 40 restaurants and a complex with eight movie theatres. More than 20,000 people visit the area every weekday, and this figure doubles over the weekend, since walking down the boulevards that face the river has become popular for both local families and tourists.

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Bordered by Moreno Alsina, Bolivar and Peru Streets, this square is located in the area of San Telmo. Once the intellectual centre of old Buenos Aires, it was home to the Jesuits in the 18th century. Guided tours of the square include San Ignacio Church (the oldest church in the city), Buenos Aires National School (the city's first university), the Lighting Market (antiques and handicrafts) and 18th-century tunnels.

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Built over 80 years ago, this architectural masterpiece still delights locals and visitors alike with its history. Overlook the city from the top floor, and enjoy the magnificent view of Buenos Aires.

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Palermo is one of Buenos Aires' classic green spaces – the lungs of the city! It is a favourite spot for Porteños, who come here on weekends to catch some sun, go for boat and bike rides and enjoy inline skating or other exercise. The area contains a man-made lake with bridges, Rosedal Park and the delightful Andalusian Courtyard, with its majólicas donated by the Sevilla City Council. Palermo Viejo, still an unexplored area for many travellers, is the trendiest spot to see the latest local designers' shops for clothes and furniture, and to sample the newest restaurants.

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Within walking distance from the Hotel, in the luxurious Recoleta area, this cultural centre offers a great variety of activities and exhibitions, including painting, photography, sculpture, plastic arts, video, music festivals and concerts.

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The charm of cobblestone streets is preserved in San Telmo, the oldest neighbourhood in the city. The first immigrant families settled here in colonial-style houses. Every Sunday, Dorrego Place, which is 10 blocks from the Plaza de Mayo, hosts an antique flea market, where you can find old records, glasses, porcelain, silver spoons and clothes. Antique stores, the tango street performers and the restaurants and bars located around the square add to the area's attractiveness.

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This Buenos Aires landmark is 67 metres (220 feet) tall and was built in 1936 to commemorate several historical events: the foundation of Buenos Aires by Pedro de Mendoza 400 years ago, when the national flag was raised for the first time, its second foundation by Juan de Garay and, thirdly, the city's proclamation as the federal capital.

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Visit the most attractive areas of Buenos Aires, such as Colòn Theatre, 9 de Julio Avenue, the Obelisk, Plaza de Mayo, Congress and Casa Rosada. This tour is arranged by a local tour company.

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Take a train ride through this elegant residential neighbourhood, located in the northern section of the city. Touring the neighbourhood takes about 5 hours.

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Enjoy a morning or afternoon of horseback riding at one of the most beautiful parks in Buenos Aires. Located just 30 minutes away from the Hotel, you will be able to get in touch with nature and view beautiful vistas.
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The Palais de Glace exhibits a variety of artwork, including paintings, sculpture and photography. It is open when there is an exhibit – the schedule varies.

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Located in a modern building, Amalia Lacroze de Fortabat exhibits masterpieces of international and Argentinean artists. The collection includes pieces by Salvador Dalí, Antonio Berni, Xul Solar, Raúl Soldi, Pérez Celis, Marc Chagall, Auguste Rodin and Joseph Mallord William Turner as well as some Egyptian sculptures.
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Located in the neighbourhood of Palermo, this museum houses 220 works from the Eduardo Constantini collection, which is considered one of the most important private art collections in the world. It includes work by Antonio Berni, Fernando Botero, Frida Khalo, Diego Rivera, Emilio Pettorutti and Guillermo Kuitca, among others. Admission is free on Wednesdays.

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In colonial times, El Cabildo was the home of the city administration, presently located in the Government Palace. Built in 1725 on the edge of Plaza de Mayo, it has since been remodelled several times. The building now houses a museum dedicated to preserving the city's past through an exhibition of colonial furniture, everyday objects and pieces of artwork.

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This museum, located in the Palacio Noel, was built in a neo-colonial style and features Spanish-inspired gardens. It offers a collection of furniture, tapestries, religious artefacts and silver objects from the colonial period.

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This museum, one of the most prestigious in South America, is located in the Recoleta neighbourhood, just 10 blocks from the Hotel. The museum's collection includes 19th- and 20th-century sculptures and paintings by local artists, as well as a permanent collection of works of art by such European masters as Renoir, Monet, Rodin and Van Gogh.

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This museum is situated in the southern portion of the city, near the Riachuelo in the area of La Boca. It has a permanent collection of Argentinian art, including works by Benito Quinquela Martín and artists from La Boca.

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This museum is dedicated to the life and work of the most influential woman in Argentinean history: Eva Duarte de Perón. Personal objects and archives can be found at this museum. In 1948, Eva Perón’s foundation turned the building into an orphanage, and it was turned into a museum in 2002.
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Located in the downtown area, the National Historic Museum shows the different periods of Argentina’s history through an exhibition of iconography, furniture, civilian clothes, weapons, medals and decorations, coins, flags, military trophies, art pieces and everyday objects.

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This museum is housed in the Errázuriz Palace, a French neo-classical mansion. Its rooms exhibit furniture, tapestries and porcelain dating from the 16th to the 18th centuries.
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Spend a full day (approximately seven hours) touring a rural area and enjoy a delicious barbecue while watching folk dances and listening to music. Take in hoop races on horseback, as well as a horseback riding show. If you wish, you may also try horseback riding yourself as part of the tour. The trip is arranged through a local tour company, and reservations can be made at the concierge desk.

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