Monserrat Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Casa Rosada
Take a free guided tour of this bright-pink palace and learn about the place from which the president of Argentina rules the country.
Plaza de Mayo
National government offices, imposing architectural landmarks and a nicely landscaped parkland mark Buenos Aires’ most significant square.
Cafe Tortoni
Enjoy a churro where Jorge Luis Borges once sat at this Argentine cultural hub, complete with twice daily tango shows.
Barolo Palace
Once South America’s tallest building, this strange office building still features some of Buenos Aires’ best aerial views.
Cabildo
Central to Argentina’s May Revolution of 1810, this colonial structure now hosts a historical museum, a patio café and a craft market.
Mayo Avenue
You can find out about the history of Buenos Aires with a visit to Mayo Avenue. Discover the entertainment choices in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Buenos Aires Premium City Tour
Tango show in La Ventana with optional Dinner
Aljibe Earlier Tango Show Skip the Line Ticket W/Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires: Palacio Barolo Entry Ticket and Guided Tour
4-Day Iguazu Falls with Luxury Resort & Airfare from Buenos Aires
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Other neighbourhoods around Monserrat
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.
Buenos Aires Central Business District
If you're spending time in Buenos Aires Central Business District, check out sights like Obelisco or Luna Park Stadium 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.
Microcentro
Florida Street and Gran Rex Theatre 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.
Comuna 1
If you're spending time in Comuna 1, check out sights like Obelisco or Casa Rosada and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cathedral Station or Catedral Station.
San Telmo
San Telmo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to San Telmo Antiques Fair or Plaza Dorrego.