How To Spend 2 Days In Buenos Aires, Argentina Travel Itinerary Arriving At The International Airport, Short History, 10 Things To Do

May 9, 2026

Two days in Buenos Aires allows for exploring iconic neighborhoods, tasting world-class steak, and experiencing tango. Arrive at Ezeiza International Airport (EZE), take an Ezeiza Taxi or Uber to the center (approx. 45-60 min), and focus on Plaza de Mayo, Recoleta Cemetery, and Palermo.

Short History

Founded in 1536 by Pedro de Mendoza and re-founded in 1580 by Juan de Garay, Buenos Aires, nicknamed the “Paris of South America,” was originally a modest port city. It grew rapidly in the 19th and 20th centuries due to massive European immigration—primarily Italian and Spanish—which created a unique, vibrant, and cosmopolitan culture.

10 Things To Do in Buenos Aires

	Activity	Description
1	Caminito in La Boca	Wander the famous, brightly painted, and historic streets.
2	Recoleta Cemetery	Explore ornate 19th-century mausoleums, including Eva Perón’s grave.
3	Teatro Colón	Tour or see a show at one of the world’s top opera houses.
4	Plaza de Mayo & Casa Rosada	Visit the political heart of Argentina, featuring the iconic pink palace.
5	San Telmo Market	Visit the 19th-century market for antiques and food (best on Sundays).
6	Palermo Soho	Enjoy trendy boutiques, street art, and café culture.
7	Ateneo Grand Splendid	Visit a bookstore housed in a magnificent former theatre.
8	Try Argentine Steak (Parrilla)	Dine at a traditional steakhouse (parrilla) for asado.
9	Watch/Dance Tango	Experience authentic tango at a local milonga or show.
10	Puerto Madero Walk	Walk the renovated docks, perfect for an evening stroll.

2-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Historic City Center & Tango

Morning (La Boca & San Telmo): Start at Caminito in La Boca to see colorful houses. Take a taxi to San Telmo for coffee and explore the antique market.
Afternoon (Plaza de Mayo): Walk to Plaza de Mayo and take photos of the Casa Rosada.
Evening (Tango): Have dinner at a steakhouse in Puerto Madero and attend a tango show.

Day 2: Elegant Parks & Culture

Morning (Recoleta): Tour the Recoleta Cemetery and visit the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes nearby.
Afternoon (Palermo): Explore Palermo Soho boutiques and murals, followed by coffee at a cafe.
Evening (Dining): Experience top-tier dining in Palermo Hollywood.

10 Examples of Things to Experience

Choripán: Enjoying a chorizo sandwich from a street cart.
Mate: Trying the local herbal tea in a park.
Bares Notables: Drinking coffee at a historic, landmark café.
Heladerías: Sampling rich, Italian-style artisanal ice cream.
Subte Ride: Taking the historic subway (Subte) Line A.
Bookstore Hopping: Visiting El Ateneo, ranked among the world’s most beautiful.
Palacio Barolo: Viewing the city from this architecture-rich building.
Floralis Generica: Seeing the giant mechanical flower sculpture in Recoleta.
MALBA Museum: Viewing masterpieces of Latin American art.
Football Game: Watching a match at La Bombonera stadium.

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