Location: Balvanera
Top Things to do in Balvanera
What to do and see in Balvanera, Capital Federal District: The Best Sights & Landmarks
The birthplace of the tango is, like the dance itself, captivating, seductive and bustling with excited energy. Atmospheric old neighborhoods are rife with romantic restaurants and thumping nightlife, and Buenos Aires' European heritage is evident in its architecture, boulevards and parks. Cafe Tortoni, the city's oldest bar, will transport you back to 1858, and the spectacular Teatro Colon impresses just as it did in 1908. Latin America's shopping capital offers the promise of premium retail therapy along its grand, wide boulevards.
Restaurants in Buenos Aires
1. Bien-Gaucho
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Only 30min from Buenos Aires out in the nature, next to the Gauchos house and the green polo field, we will enjoy an unforgettable day, eat delicious asado, ride into the sunset, learn everything about polo and get to know the secrets of the Argentine culture.Our horses are well-trained polo horses, personally chosen by our trainers, also non-riders or still-nonriders are very welcome.You will get to know some of the secrets of Argentina:- how to stay on a horse- how to play polo- how to prepare a good mate- how to cook the best asado: we enjoy a real criollo asado in the middle of nature, see the menue below!Our Menue:A typical gaucho picada with salami, cheese, olives and farmer bread Argentine Malbec wineA fancy asado with grilled vegetables, chorizos (sausages), cheese, beefSeasonal fresh fruit, for example melons and strawberries.Beverages: water, soft drinks, wine, liquour, coffee, mateBien-Gaucho-excursions take place 3x per week, just ask for the next one!How to get there?We will pick you up from your hotel in Buenos Aires and take you there.Our polo field lies only 30 min from the centre of Buenos Aires, heading west towards Moreno, well-hidden in the pampas of Argentina.What should I bring?Take firm shoes (i.e.trainers), long trousers (i.e. jeans) and comfortable cloths.And bring your good mood and your camera, it will be a very exciting day!
2. Casa de los Pavos Reales
3. Casa Calise
4. Plaza Francia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 934 reviews
Reviewed By WorldTravelers34 - Chicago, United States
We visited this beautiful plaza/park during a recent visit to Buenos Aires. Plaza Francia (Spanish: "France Square") is a public square in the barrio of Recoleta in Buenos Aires. The nearby Plaza Intendente Alvear is commonly but mistakenly known by the same name. It was created by a Municipal Ordinance on October 19, 1909, as part of the changes introduced in the urban landscape on the occasion of the Argentina Centennial.
5. Palacio de Aguas Corrientes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,630 reviews
Reviewed By IN_Travelers47906 - West Lafayette, United States
You have spent a lot of time and money getting to Buenos Aires. Do you really want to spend more visiting the waterworks? In this case, yes! It is just a 5-minute walk from El Ateneo Grand Splendid bookstore (an absolute must-see) and 15-minutes from the Opera House (Teatro Colon), also a must see. The three together make for an excellent morning or afternoon self-guided walking tour. The beautiful Water Company Palace (Museo del Agua) occupies an entire city block. Walk completely around the exterior and, if time allows, enter the main doorway on the Riobamba Street side to take the ancient elevator up to the History of Sanitation Museum, which is worthy of a few minutes of your time. The museum is a handy-man’s paradise displaying histories of the toilet and sanitation piping, plus other interesting displays about the evolution of the Buenos Aires sanitation system. You also have an opportunity to see some of the mega-plumbing inside the system. Beautiful on the outside and interesting on the inside. 1-hour well-spent. TIP: We created our own walking tour and it turned out to provide us a wonderful day seeing much of Buenos Aires. Most hotels can provide you a city map. 1. Take a taxi (probably less than $10 USD from any location) to Floralis Generica. 2) Walk 15 minutes to the Recoleta Cemetery, stopping by the Claustros Históricos Basílica del Pilar along the way. 3) Walk 20 minutes to El Ateneo Grand Splendid which has to be the world’s most ornate and interesting bookstore. 4) Walk 5 minutes to the beautiful Water Company Palace (Museo del Agua) which occupies an entire city block. 5) Walk 15 minutes to the Opera House (Teatro Colon) where there is a nice park across the street for resting. The outside of the Opera House is nice, but not magnificent, so make sure you go inside. It is worth going on line ahead of time to reserve tickets for the tour either on this stop or at a later time. Don’t miss this tour! 6) Walk 5 minutes to the Obelisk and before you get there go to the top of the steps provided for viewing. The base of the Obelisk is a perfect location for a Christmas Card photo. You will probably see a line there, where those waiting will gladly take pictures of those whose turn is next. Cross the magnificent 18-lane Avenue 9 Julio (9th of July) and you will be surrounded by cheap places offering almost any meal you want. We ate at the Tostado Café and took our food to the second floor for a window view of the crowds below. Very pleasant with great food at reasonable prices. 7) Walk 15 minutes to the Cathedral of Buenos Aires(Pope Francis’ cathedral) and take a look inside. This will put you at the famous Plaza de Mayo where you can sit, people watch and stroll around what is probably the most historic site in Buenos Aires. 8) Finish with a short 10-minute walk to the wonderful Puerto Madero. The place to be late afternoon/early evening with street performers and endless choices for a meal.
