El Centro Travel Guide
Buenos Aires
Popular places to visit
Obelisco
Find out about the history of Obelisco, one of the top monuments in Buenos Aires. Make time for the shops and local tours in this vibrant area.
Casa Rosada
After visiting Casa Rosada, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Buenos Aires. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
Florida Street
During your trip to Buenos Aires, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Florida Street. Discover the entertainment choices in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Colón Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Colón Theatre during your trip to Buenos Aires. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Plaza de Mayo
You can find out about the history of Buenos Aires with a stop at Plaza de Mayo. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Plaza San Martin
After visiting Plaza San Martin, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Buenos Aires. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in El Centro
Gran Hotel Argentino
nice, grand hotel that has seen better days many many years ago
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Room were spacious, housekeeper were great. Hotel overall was good.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
The overall was great. However, the breakfast was so bad.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Tango de Mayo Hotel
Staff very helpful and friendly. Lovely big room
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Principado Downtown
Great location.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
The only draw back is that even though the bathrooms have a good size, the shower are minuscule. It is almost impossible for an average size person shower without hitting the sides or the faucet.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Centro
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.
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.
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.
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.
Retiro
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Retiro. Spend some time visiting top spots like Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal, and catch the metro at Retiro San Martín Station or Catalinas Station to see more of the area.
Avenida Corrientes
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Avenida Corrientes. If sightseeing is on the list, Abasto Shopping Center is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Pasteur Station or Pueyrredon Station to see more of the area.
