Bar Sur
Bar  
Estados Unidos 299 
mailto:info@bar-sur.com.ar  
http://www.bar-sur.com.ar/
4362 6086  

This is the quintessential "tanguería" of Buenos Aires. In this intimate setting live bands and dazzling dancers show locals and tourists alike the true essence of the dance that put Argentina on the map.       Bus: 126, 45, 24, 86, 22           

Manzana de las Luces  
Historical Site 
Peru 200
mailto:iihml@yahoo.com    
http://www.manzanadelasluces.gov.ar/     
4342 9930  

The clandestine underground tunnel system, Manzana de Las Luces, is a fantastic example of 17th century architecture. No one can say for sure what the initial purpose for the construction was, but it is said that it was related Church of San Ignacio and the Jesuit monks.      Bus: 86, 29, 64       

Museo Histórico Nacional   
Museum
Calle Defensa 1600
Tue-Fri 11am-5pm; Sat 3pm-6pm; Sun 2pm-6pm
mailto:museohistoriconacional@hotmail.com      
4307 1182  

One of the most important museums in Argentina's history, the National History museum was once the summer home of the Italian Lezama family. The museum's 33 rooms and three galleries show off Argentinean tell-tale artifacts. Personal belongings from explorers and conquerors are the highlight of the collection. Items such as swords, Juan de Garay's land maps, Spanish flags captured in the Suipacha Battle and in Montevideo in 1814, uniforms, and furniture of Gral. San Martín, are on display.  Bus: 29, 24, 53, 186, 61          

La Ventana 
Music Bar  
Balcarce 431
Tue-Sun 8pm-3am  
mailto:info@laventanaweb.com     

 

http://www.la-ventana.com.ar/  
4334 1315  

Eat, drink and watch tango! At La Ventana (The Window), locals and tourists alike come to enjoy the prestigious atmosphere and fine dancing. Subte: Bolívar Línea E          

Plaza Dorrego    
Outdoors   
Defensa 1000                       

This plaza was the historic sight of the swearing of National Independence in 1816. Now, it is home to the San Telmo street fair which offers visitors a kaleidoscope of colors, crafts, music and dancers to watch and soak in. Bus: 86, 29, 64         

Basílica de Santo Domingo    
Religious  
Defensa 422            
4331 1668  

This church, inaugurated in 1783, used to be the Natural History Museum and astronomic observatory under the Presidency of Rivadavia. An atrium houses the Mausoleum of Gral. Manuel Belgrano who is responsible for creating the Argentine flag. Bus: 24, 45, 86, 2          

Parroquia San Pedro Telmo
Religious  
Humberto Primo 340
Mon-Sat 8am-noon & 4:30pm-8pm; Sun 4pm-8pm            
43611168   

Built by Jesuits in 1734, the Parroquia San Pedro Telmo has a statue of Saint Pedro Telmo and two important bell towers. Visitors should note the intricate interiors with a Latin American cross and three ships emphasize the image of Our Lady of Bethlehem and San Rafael of Archangel.   Bus: 10, 86, 24, 45, 28           

El Viejo Almacén    
Tango Bar  
Avenida Independencia y Balcarce 1064
daily 8pm-1:30am     
mailto:valmacen@infovia.com.ar     
http://www.viejo-almacen.com.ar/  
4307 7388  

This is a famous tango-circuit dancing hall where from 10pm on visitors can see a lively show and enjoy free drinks. Dinner is also served with an international flare. This venue also hosts the 'Gran Show del Tango’ which is an excellent dinner show for tourists.  Bus: 152, 10, 129, 64    

Tango Taconeando 
Tango Bar  
Balcarce 725.
Dinner: The-Sat 9pm, Show Thu-Sat 10:30pm
mailto:info@taconeando.com 
http://www.taconeando.com/   
4307 6696  

Taconeando is one of Buenos Aires' most beloved tango halls and is still full of action today. Visitors to the pub will enjoy drinks and dinner accompanied by traditional music, dance and song. This venue is especially interesting in the owners manner of relating the history of Tango to the audience. Bus: 126, 45, 24, 86, 22           

Trastienda 
Theater    
Balcarce 460
Tue-Sat 9am
mailto:trastien@ssdnet.com.ar
http://www.latrastienda.com/index.htm    
3427 650   

La Trastienda is a universe within itself where musicians, dancers, poets and artists come to display their talents. This is a venue for popular national actors as well as young digital artists where mutual sharing and enjoyment takes place over empanadas and beer sold for 4 pesos.      Subte : Perú Línea A          

Parque Lezama     
Outdoors   
Defensa 1600                       

Lezama Park has a monument to Pedro de Mendoza (one of early founders of Buenos Aires). This is a smashing green space with huge sculptures. Just across the Lezama Park is The Russian Orthodox Church of the Sacred Trinity: Built by Russian migrants fleeing Bolshevism and poverty in the early XX century. Bus : 10, 24, 46, 53, 65, 143. 195

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