Devote all 4 days to the capital, dividing your time into four themed routes—history, art, neighborhoods, and nearby suburbs—to minimize backtracking and enjoy a relaxed pace.
Plaza de Mayo → Casa Rosada and Buenos Aires Cathedral → San Telmo and Plaza Dorrego → San Telmo Antique Fair (Sundays). Watch a tango show in San Telmo in the evening.
La Recoleta Cemetery → National Museum of Fine Arts and Museum of Latin American Art → Palermo Parks and Rose Garden → Dinner in Palermo Soho. This route covers the cultural heart of the capital.
Caminito Street and La Bombonera Stadium in La Boca → Modern architecture and sunset in Puerto Madero → Dinner in Puerto Madero. It’s recommended to visit La Boca during the day and stick to the main streets.
Take a half-day boat tour of the Tigre Delta, or visit the town of San Isidro. Return to the city in the afternoon for shopping, and enjoy an evening performance at Teatro Colón or join an architectural tour. Advance booking is required for Teatro Colón tours.
In Buenos Aires, the metro and buses use the SUBE card, which is available at convenience stores for purchase and top-up. For getting around the city, ride-hailing apps are convenient for taxis. For accommodation, the areas of San Telmo and Palermo have a concentration of boutique hotels and guesthouses, with mid-range hotels costing around $70–$125 per night; more business hotel options are available in the city center. Most city attractions are clustered in a few districts, so it’s recommended to explore on foot by area and avoid peak hours on the subway. For day trips to the Tigre Delta or San Isidro, you can take a train from Retiro Station, with a journey time of about 30–60 minutes.
It’s advisable to book tango shows and Teatro Colón tickets online in advance, as they often sell out quickly during peak season.