Retiro Travel Guide
Buenos Aires
Popular places to visit
Plaza San Martin
Relax in a park with a preserved lawn, trees, statues, a war memorial and a tower in the center of the city.
Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Buenos Aires with a trip to Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Museo de Armas
You can browse the exhibits at Museo de Armas, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Buenos Aires. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
La Recova de Posadas
You can do some window-shopping at La Recova de Posadas during your stay in Buenos Aires. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Palacio Paz
Find out about the history of Buenos Aires when you take a trip to Palacio Paz. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
Torre de los Ingleses
Find out about the history of Buenos Aires when you spend time at Torre de los Ingleses. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
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
Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Top hotels in Retiro
Principado Downtown
"Great location, friendly staff, very clean room and bathroom, and a healthy and delicious breakfast. Comfortable and beautiful hotel."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
"Well located in downtown Buenos Aires and within walking distance of major sites and Puerto Madero. Breakfast was basic but good. Room was basic but clear and comfortable. Staff was very attentive and helpful."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
"Beautiful inside and out with the friendly and attentive staff. Great location with simple access to many places of interest."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Up Retiro
"Great location and helpfull staff."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
El Misti Suites Buenos Aires
"Me molestó no tener en claro lo que se me iba a cobrar de más al llegar al lugar (creo que es la comisión de Expedia? O algún concepto que no estaba especificado en el anuncio cuando reservé). El lugar tiene una inmejorable ubicación y ofrece las comodidades básicas necesarias para unos días en Bs ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
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.
Buenos Aires Central Business District
If you're spending time in Buenos Aires Central Business District, check out sights like Obelisco or Centro Cultural Kirchner and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Correo Central Station or Leandro N Alem Station.
El Centro
Enjoy the popular shops in El Centro. Obelisco is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Carlos Pellegrini Station or July 9 Station to see more of Buenos Aires.
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.
Recoleta
Consider a visit to Mariano Moreno National Library of the Argentine Republic and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Recoleta. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Las Heras Station or Pueyrredon Station (Santa Fe).
Barrio Norte
If you're spending time in Barrio Norte, you might enjoy attractions like Santa Fe Avenue and 9 de Julio Avenue. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Las Heras Station to see more of the city.
