Opera Pampa
Cultural Space
2704 Sarmiento Avenida
Th-Sat 8pm 
mailto:infooperapampa@la-rural.com.ar     
http://www.operapampa.com.ar/index.htm   
4777 5557  

Opera Pampa offers one of Buenos Aires' most fantastic stage shows depicting the exciting history of Argentina from the Spanish conquest to the early 20th century. The stage lights up with over 50 dancers and horsemen, fantastic lighting effects and scenery. There is a traditional asado after the show were patrons can have dinner and making a reservation is strongly recommended. Note: May not be appropriate for small children due to the sad nature of certain scenes. Subte Plaza Italia Linea D

Museo de Arte Popular José Hernández  
Museum     
"Avenida del Libertador 2373
Wed-Fri 1pm-7pm; Sat-Sun 3pm-8pm
General: $1. Free on Sundays.
mailto:museohernandez@ciudad.com.ar      
4802 9967  

This museum houses one of Argentina's most important collections of criollo silver, a variety of regional crafts, and much sought after handcrafted ponchos. Bus: 10, 37, 38, 41, 59, 60, 67, 92, 93, 95, 102, 108, 110, 118, 128, 130.

Museo de Artes Plásticas
Eduardo Sívori     
Museum     
Avenida Infanta Isabel 555 
mailto:info@museosivori.org.ar     
http://www.museosivori.org.ar/     
4772 5628  

This museum celebrates Argentine art and features a wide collection of sculptures, drawings, paintings, and tapestries. Temporary exhibits show works by popular Argentine and Latin American artists. Visitors can take classes and attend workshops on sculpting, tapestry photography, restoration, drawing, painting, papier-mâché and video making. Subte Palermo Línea D

Jardín Japonés    
Outdoors   
2966 Casares     
mailto:informes@jardinjapones.org.ar
http://www.jardinjapones.org.ar/   
4804 4922  

Inaugurated in 1967 by Japanese immigrants, this 5-acre garden was designed by famed landscape artist Yasuo Onomata to resemble the surroundings of a Zen temple. The lush plant life includes over 150 different species, many of which have been brought directly from Japan.  "Subte  Scalabrini Ortiz linea D"

Jardín Zoológico  
Outdoors   
Avenida Las Heras esquina Avenida Sarmiento        
http://www.zoobuenosaires.com.ar/  
4011 9900  

Founded in 1874, the Zoo Garden still stands as one of the city's most gently preserved green spaces. The zoo is home to 2,500 animals belonging to 350 different species. In 1988 an aquarium and an air-conditioned penguin colony were added to the collection. Subte Plaza Italia Linea D

Alto Palermo Shopping   
Shopping   
Avenida Santa Fe 3251
Shops: daily 10am-10pm
Food Court: Sun-The 10am-11pm; Fri-Sat 10am-1am         
http://www.altopalermo.com.ar/shopping/  
5777 8000  

Alto Palermo is the main shopping centre in the city. Inaugurated in 1990, this mall houses over 180 shops, a food court for 750 people, and major brand name retail stores. There is also a large movie theater and kids play house. Subte Bulnes Línea D

Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo    
Sports Venue     
Avenida del Libertador 4101       
http://www.palermo.com.ar/   
4778 2800  

The Palermo Hippodrome was inaugurated 1876 and is a fine example of belle époque architecture. It has an elliptical shape that contours the three racetracks. Important events such as the Gran Premio República Argentina and the Gran Premio de las Américas are held here with grand elegance. Betting is encouraged and there is a cafe with excellent views of the main racetrack. Subte Palermo Línea D

Botanical Gardens    
Outdoors   
Av. Las Heras, at Plaza Italia                       

The Botanical Gardens is an ideal place to take respite from the city, while still being in the central neighborhoods. Besides discovering beautiful flora and fauna, the garden is the perfect setting for an afternoon picnic or an evening stroll. There is a main house with tourist information and guides. Subte : Plaza Italia Linea D

Planetario Galileo Galilei    
Museum     
Avenida Sarmiento and Figuera Alcorta
M-Th 9am-5pm, F-Su 1-7:30pm
mailto:contacto@planetariogalilei.com.ar 
http://www.planetario.gov.ar/
4771-9393  

The Planetarium in Palermo’s popular park district might remind visitors of Disney's Epcot Center. Since it's opening in the late 1960's, the Planetarium has been a popular attraction for both kids and adults. Check website for special exhibits and show times.      Bus : 130, 124, 152, 12 Subte : Plaza Italia Linea D

Tres de Febrero Park
Outdoors   
Avenida del Libertador and Avenida Sarmiento        
http://buenosaires.gov.ar/areas/med_ambiente/parque_3_de_febrero/rosedal/          

Built in 1914, Tres de Febrero Park (February 3rd Park) is the perfect location for sun-bathing, people-watching and walking. Visitors can rent a pedal boat, test their endurance on the mile-long running track that circles the garden or explore the Museo Sívori art museum.            Bus : 10, 37, 67

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