With its lively atmosphere, cosmopolitan buildings, and colossal steaks a visit to the “Paris of the South” will surely impress you. Spend your mornings walking down the cobblestone streets and sipping coffee at quaint cafes. Spend your evenings dancing the tango to the beat of the music in the city that never sleeps. Learn how to spend two days in Buenos Aires.
My family was able to have the pleasure of stopping through this magnificent city on our parents’ 60th birthday trip. We loved the beautiful buildings, the captivating energy, and the intriguing history of Buenos Aires. I wish we could have had longer to explore the city, but if you’re also short on time then this itinerary will allow you to get a great glimpse into the heart of Buenos Aires.
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Two Day Buenos Aires Itinerary
Day 1
Explore the Recoleta Neighborhood
Spend your first morning in the city walking around the elegant Recoleta Neighborhood. Start by walking down Alvear Avenue where you will find upscale boutiques, luxury hotels, and austere buildings. Along the way, you can stop both the Brazilian and French embassies, which are architecturally stunning, or shop in one of the stores.
Meander your way down the Avenue and end up at the Recoleta Cemetery. Here you will find mausoleums and monuments dedicated to some of the most famous celebrities in Argentina’s history, including Evita Perón. You can book a tour if you want to learn more about the fascinating history.
Visit the San Telmo Market
Every Sunday the streets come alive at the San Telmo market where you can find street vendors, artistic crafts, and performers. Watch as locals put on a fantastic tango show or sing famous Argentinian songs.
The market is a great way to spend a few hours and find souvenirs to bring home. Even if it’s not Sunday there is plenty to see in this lively area. Walk through the cobblestone streets of San Telmo, the oldest neighborhood in Buenos Aires, admire the street murals and take in the bohemian vibe.
Admire the El Ateneo Grand Splendid
Book lovers will rejoice when they walk into El Ateneo Grand Splendid. This former opera house was turned into the most beautiful bookstore in the world according to National Geographic. Bookshelves line the various seating areas and the stage was turned into a quaint cafe. If you stop to look around you will see the original ceiling, carvings, and curtains from the opera house. This bookstore will surely put all others to shame.
Enjoy a Steakhouse Dinner
Eating steak is a way of life in Argentina and you can’t spend two days in Buenos Aires without eating some. Plenty of locals have weekly asados where they grill up juicy pieces of meat on the barbecue. However, tourists may have to go to a parilla (steakhouse) to dine on the local fare.
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Day 2
View the Highlights
On your last day in Buenos Aires, you can make sure to see all of the famous sights. You can take a walking tour or catch a hop-on hop-off bus to see these landmarks. Start in the famous Plaza de Mayo, which is the central square in Buenos Aires and one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city.
Here you will find famous historical buildings and statues. From the Plaza make your way down Avenue 9 de Julio to see the Obelisk and Teatro Colón. The Teatro Colón is known as being one of the best opera houses in the world, so if you have the time you should book tickets for a show.
See La Boca Stadium
After your morning tour, head to La Boca Stadium. The stadium is home to the Boca Juniors and when it’s game day the stadium comes alive. Fans fill the seats, cheers roar through the crowd, and players dazzle with their soccer skills. You should definitely try to see a game if you can, but if not you can tour the stadium and museum.
Boat Down El Tigre
Head out of the busy city and head to the peaceful town of Tigre. Named after the tigers that used to roam the area, the town is situated on the Parana Delta.
Once you get there you will find plenty of boats and cruises ready to take tourists around the area. The boat will take you past the colorful riverside homes, yacht clubs, and tiny islands. On your cruise you will learn about how the locals live and you may even spot a grocery or school bus boat!
See a Tango Show
You can’t leave Buenos Aires without going to see the tango. The Tango was invented in the 18th century on the streets of Buenos Aires. Go to one of the famous Tango Club in town and enjoy dinner and a show.
You will be amazed at the quick movement of the dancers’ feet and the stunning costumes. Spending your last night at a tango show is a great sendoff from this wonderful city.
Final Thoughts
Two days is not enough to see everything in Buenos Aires, but it will give you a great taste. You will hopefully leave the city with a full belly and wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.
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