It is a city that hardly sleeps, with restaurants routinely serving until 2 or 3 am. There are no obvious slums and, unlike many US cities, the "downtown" areas are not decaying. In fact, they are the heart of the city, home to the best hotels, shops and restaurants. You'll spend much of your time downtown.
Soccer is a national passion; but, thanks to the British, polo is also first rate.
The city has many fine museums and a world-reknowned opera house. Shopping for fine leathers and furs can be fun and rewarding.
You can begin and end your stay in Buenos Aires. But why not see the rest of Argentina? The second largest country in South America, it covers an area of over one million square miles. If you can imagine South America resembling a lamb chop, Argentina and Chile share the bone.
No matter where you travel, take some simple precautions in order to avoid health problems, crime and other mishaps. Following are a few suggestions:
To avoid suspicion when passing through customs, always carry prescription medications in their original containers. Be sure to bring a few extra days worth of medication in case your return home is delayed.
Research the health risks of the areas you plan to visit and allow yourself time to update or get vaccinations and immunizations as necessary. You should also check on the availability of medical care.
Try to avoid tap water, ice cubes, local dairy products and raw or uncooked foods if you are traveling in rural areas or cities in lesser developed nations. Drink bottled water.
Carry a small medical kit with basic emergency supplies, including stomach remedies, band-aids, gauze, antiseptic, and neosporin or something similar for insect bites. If you have any allergies (insect bites, foods, etc.) or health conditions that require a special medication, include it in your medical kit. Check on the accessibility of medical assistance before you leave home.
Cruises
South America & Antarctica ~ 1/9-31, 2026 ~
Destination: South America
Ship: Oosterdam2025 - 20 Day Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands: Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $28,208.00 (USD)
Destination: Antarctic
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight Offers2025 - 20 Day Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands: Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $32,730.00 (USD)
Destination: Antarctic
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight Offers2025 - 13 Day Rhythms of the Brazilian Coastline: Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $12,503.00 (USD)
Destination: South America
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight Offers2025 - 13 Day Antarctica in Depth: Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $20,975.00 (USD)
Destination: Antarctic
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight OffersMiami Florida to Miami Florida on Seven Seas Mariner
From $101,199.00 (USD)
Destination: World
Ship: Seven Seas Mariner2025 - 16 Day Antarctica in Depth: Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $22,475.00 (USD)
Destination: Antarctic
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight Offers2025 - 12 Day Rhythms of the Brazilian Coastline: Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $11,988.00 (USD)
Destination: South America
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight Offers14-Day South America Passage
Destination: South America
Ship: Oosterdam2026 - 23 Day Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands: Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $29,285.00 (USD)
Destination: Antarctic
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight OffersRA250221010 - Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro
Destination: South America
Ship: Silver Ray2024 - 22 Day Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands: Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $32,668.00 (USD)
Destination: Antarctic
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight Offers2025 - 23 Day Antarctica, South Georgia & Falkland Islands: Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires aboard Scenic Eclipse (Combo)
From $32,973.00 (USD)
Destination: Antarctic
Ship: Scenic Eclipse
Flight OffersMiami Florida to San Francisco California on Seven Seas Mariner
From $90,699.00 (USD)
Destination: World
Ship: Seven Seas MarinerBuenos Aires Argentina to Miami Florida on Seven Seas Splendor
From $18,499.00 (USD)
Destination: South America
Ship: Seven Seas Splendor
Tours
GLOBUS 2025: Independent Brazil, Argentina, & Peru (ISG1)
From $4,539.00 (USD)
When my baby smiles at me, I go to Rio?and Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires, Lima, and Cusco!
Classic South America
From $8,975.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type: Americas Luxury Gold 2024 v2See the sights of Santiago, enjoy wine tasting in Casablanca Valley and get up close with Eva Peron's famous balcony in Buenos Aires-all on this immersive tour of South America.
Patagonia
From $9,390.00 (USD)
Explore the mysterious region of Patagonia as Tauck takes you through the southern Andes mountains, one of the most beautiful places on Earth...
Essence of South America
From $10,990.00 (USD)
From the eastern coast of Brazil by way of Patagonia and the Andes, through some of South America's most breathtaking scenery to the western coast of Chile, explore the essence of each destination with unique travel experiences you wouldn't have acce...
GLOBUS 2024: Independent Brazil & Argentina with Brazil's Amazon (ISI2)
From $3,289.00 (USD)
When my baby smiles at me, I go to Rio! You'll be smiling from ear to ear on this Independence by Globus vacation in Brazil and Argentina with plenty of much needed I-time in Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and the Amazon Rainforest.
GLOBUS 2025: Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World with Easter Island (SFQ)
From $8,479.00 (USD)
Whereas most fairy tales conclude with 'The End,' that is exactly where this one begins.
GLOBUS 2024: Independent Buenos Aires City Stay with Rio de Janeiro (ILB3)
From $1,609.00 (USD)
Buenos Aires is bursting at the seams with bold buildings, European energy, and bustling boulevards on this Independence by Globus South American tour.
Essence of South America
From $10,890.00 (USD)
From the eastern coast of Brazil by way of Patagonia and the Andes, through some of South America's most breathtaking scenery to the western coast of Chile, explore the essence of each destination with unique travel experiences you wouldn't have acce...
GLOBUS 2025: Brazil & Argentina Escape (K4)
From $1,809.00 (USD)
Leave real life behind in Rio where the samba plays, and days turn into Tango nights with an escape to Brazil and Argentina.
GLOBUS 2024: South America Getaway with Amazon & Santiago (SBY)
From $5,189.00 (USD)
Want to learn the scintillating samba-or the tantalizing tango? Sip sweet caipirinhas-or dry Argentine wines? Sunbathe on famous beaches-or soak in the beauty of neoclassical architecture?
Grand South America
From $16,375.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type: Latin America Luxury Gold 2025 v1Set out on the grandest of South American tours as you discover Lima, the City of the Kings, explore the salt pans of the Sacred Valley and see the mysterious Machu Picchu up close...
GLOBUS 2025: Independent Buenos Aires City Stay with Rio de Janeiro (ILB3)
From $1,709.00 (USD)
Buenos Aires is bursting at the seams with bold buildings, European energy, and bustling boulevards on this Independence by Globus South American tour.
Grand South America
From $15,550.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type: Americas Luxury Gold 2024 v2Set out on the grandest of South American tours as you discover Lima, the City of the Kings, explore the salt pans of the Sacred Valley and see the mysterious Machu Picchu up close, wit...
Classic South America
From $9,450.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type: Latin America Luxury Gold 2025 v1See the sights of Santiago, enjoy wine tasting in Casablanca Valley and get up close with Eva Peron's famous balcony in Buenos Aires-all on this immersive tour of South America.
GLOBUS 2025: South American Odyssey (SG)
From $5,959.00 (USD)
Triple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through three of the continent's most scintillating countries.
