How to Time Your Trip to Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires might be known internationally for the tango, but this city of 11 million has much more than fabulous dancing. Its appearance is strikingly European, but the immigrants from that continent have joined the indigenous population to create a unique society.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Luggage Sets
• Travel Clothes
• Foreign Language Phrase Books
• Local Guidebooks To Argentina
• Maps
• Airline Tickets
• Travel Services
• Cameras
• Film
• Maps
• Cameras

General Considerations

1. Keep in mind that the seasons of the southern hemisphere are opposite to those in the north. Buenos Aires is fairly temperate, with a superb spring and fall, a damp and somewhat cold winter (June through August), and hot summer (December through February). The average high in January is 87 degrees F and the average low in July is 41 degrees F.

2. Check out what festivals, attractions and live performances are happening.

3. Take care of your flight, transportation and accommodations (see Related eHows).

4. Check the weather forecast for Buenos Aires shortly before leaving.

Attractions and Seasonal Events

5. Learn about Argentina's culture and history at the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes and Museo Histórico Nacional. Also noteworthy is the Catedral Metropolitana, a beautiful cathedral containing the remains of Argentina's national hero, San Martín.

6. Catch performances of ballet, opera and classical music at the Teatro Colon.

7. Wander around the colorful houses of La Boca, Buenos Aires' vibrant Italian neighborhood, and home to Maradona, king of futbol (soccer). By night La Boca is a favorite tango and nightclub district. Free tango shows are performed on the street on weekends.

8. Examine fascinating handiwork at the weekend craft fair every weekend in the posh neighborhood of Recoleta.

9. Get your bearings at the Plaza de Mayo, downtown, or try to negotiate the nearby Avenida 9 de Julio, believed to be the world's widest street.

10. Find interesting cafes, restaurants, tango bars and cheap accommodations in the bohemian neighborhood of San Telmo. It hosts an antique fair every Sunday starting at 11 am.

11. Visit Argentina's stately second city, Cordoba. The third largest city, Mendoza, is famous for its local wine and outdoor activities, including skiing, rafting, hiking and biking.

12. See more of this fascinating and diverse country. During the summer head to a beach, such as the distant but popular Mar del Plata, or travel to the mountains of Patagonia; wildlife fans should head to the Peninsula Valdes. A visit during the winter makes trips to tropical destinations more desirable - such as the stunning Iguazu Falls in Misiones, featured in the film "The Mission."

Tips & Warnings

• Buenos Aires grinds to a halt on Catholic holidays (particularly during Christmas and Easter) and on May 25 (the May Revolution of 1810), June 10 (Malvinas Day) and October 12 (Columbus Day).

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on 6/11/2007 Here is a list of Wi-Fi Spots in Buenos Aires and some of the best pubs and restaurants.

http://www.itdirect.com.ar/wi-fi-en-buenos-aires-wifi.html

on 11/22/2005 Buenos Aires is one of the cheapest cities in the word. For example; a Big Mac is less than 3 dollars, and the best restaurants charge less than $10 for a good meal. Hotels run about $30 a night, a taxi from the airport is $20, Coca Cola is less than $1, a cup of coffee is $1, leather jackets cost less than $100, excursions are near $20, a very good wine in a bar is about $10. You have a lot of things to see, taste, do and smell in Buenos Aires!