Barracas Travel Guide
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 world-class shopping, fine dining and vibrant nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighborhood in Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Cemetery
This city cemetery contains the graves of some of Argentina’s most notable politicians and public figures, including Eva Perón.
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.
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.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Things to do
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Boca Juniors Stadium and Museum Admission Ticket
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Buenos Aires Bus Hop On-Hop Off and Exclusive Benefits
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
Top hotels in Barracas
Up Barrio Norte
Nice staff
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
Great place
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Gran Hotel Argentino
nice, grand hotel that has seen better days many many years ago
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hilton Buenos Aires
Very good hotel
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Room were spacious, housekeeper were great. Hotel overall was good.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Alvear Palace Hotel
Everything was top notch. If you are looking for grand and classic this is the spot. Great staff. Patricio and Sebastian were great. The breakfast is amazing. Room service was a delight had the burger and ceaser salad. Rooms are huge. Hotel was built in 1932 and a lot of the original build remains ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 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 Centro Cultural Kirchner 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 Lavalle Street 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.
