Comuna 5 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.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
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.
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.
Things to do
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off City Bus Tour
Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour
Buenos Aires: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus w/ Audio Guide & City Pass
Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide
Argentine Experience Interactive Dining and Cooking
Buenos Aires Bus Hop On-Hop Off and Exclusive Benefits
Top hotels in Comuna 5
Konke Hotel Buenos Aires
Conveniently located, many restaurants and pizza places and coffee shops around. The hotel is modern, nice rooms and facilities, very good breakfast. The staff are very nice! Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
El Conquistador Hotel
Las fotografías publicadas de las habitaciones no se corresponden con la realidad del hotel. Existe una diferencia evidente entre lo que se ofrece en los medios de promoción y el estado real de las instalaciones, lo que genera una expectativa que no se cumple al momento de la estancia. Adicionalmente, ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Up Barrio Norte
Nice modern boutique Hotel in the city. Great location and wonderful staff
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
It’s a decent hotel, but it’s not a 4 stars hotel. The staff was courteous though.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
Great stay with plenty of restaurants nearby and shopping
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
The room is in need of a refurbishment. It looks like it’s from the 1970s and the furniture is quite worn and damaged. Around the bath there are areas of black on the sealer.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Comuna 5
Balvanera
Get to know Balvanera and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Neverland and Abasto Shopping Center, and you can jump on the metro at Miserere Square Station or Once - 30 de Diciembre Station to get around the city.
Caballito
If you're spending time in Caballito, check out sights like Argentine Museum of Natural Sciences or Calesita del Parque Rivadavia and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Primera Junta Station or Acoyte Station.
Avenida Corrientes
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Avenida Corrientes. If sightseeing is on the list, Obelisco is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Pasteur Station or Pueyrredon Station to see more of the area.
Villa Crespo
Villa Crespo is well liked for its bars and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Movistar Arena and Calle Thames are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Malabia - Osvaldo Pugliese Station or Villa Crespo Station to get around.
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.
Palermo Viejo
Consider a visit to Palermo Soho and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Palermo Viejo. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Plaza Italia Station or Palermo Station.
