Like the other major capitals of South America, Argentina's is huge, populous, noisy and full of life. For Europeans who landed in Buenos Aires, both as a gateway to the gigantic country it administers and as an opening to the entire continent, this destination will appear familiar and may seem, at first, a little like its Uruguayan neighbour Montevideo, to lack exoticism. However, we will soon have nuanced this first impression by mixing with the Porteños (city dwellers of Buenos Aires), a passionate people with a fine soul whose great men of culture are no longer to be counted. The streets of the city vibrate with a fervour that only the New World infuses into its inhabitants, and on the terraces of cafés, in restaurants (porteña gastronomy is worth a trip on its own!) and in parks, we talk about literature, cinema, architecture, while at night, theatre and music take over. Because there's a lot of dancing in Buenos Aires, and not just tango! And what about football, raised, as in Brazil, to the rank of religion? Buenos Aires' tourist guide offers orientation trails, each barrio (district) having its own character, from the modern Microcentro to the colourful houses of the Caminito, from the cobbled streets of San Telmo where the slammed steps of tango resonate, to Palermo and its hotels, boutiques and chic bars, not to mention the wealthy Puerto Madero, its skyscrapers, its casino and its quiet docks. Put your seatbelt on and hang on tight, because Buenos Aires is happening at full speed!

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The Essentials of Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is one of those cities that, simply mentioned, immediately make people travel. The Argentine capital with its 3 million inhabitants - the Porteños - is full of all kinds of wealth. Every year, it attracts tourists from all over the world to its nets. The capital of the eighth largest country in the world is seduced by its museums, its customs and, of course, its passion for football. But Buenos Aires goes even further and ...

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When to go to Buenos Aires?

When to go to Buenos Aires? Due to the southern hemisphere, the seasons are reversed. Our summer corresponds to winter and vice versa. In concrete terms, you make your Christmas presents in a T-shirt! Spring extends from late September to late December, summer to late March, autumn to late June and winter from late June to late September. When to go to Buenos Aires then? You can visit Argentina's capital all year round although from one season to the next, the stay will not have the same flavor. Buenos Aires empties of its inhabitants during the summer holidays (January and February) which migrate to the seaside resorts of Mar del Plata and its surroundings, or Punta del Este in Uruguay, generally crowded at this time of year. It can therefore be very pleasant to visit him at that time, even if the party people will be sorry to see the nightclubs in the capital deserted by students. To enjoy pleasant weather and a busy city, the best time to travel to Buenos Aires is certainly from September to December and during the months of March-April.

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Weather all year round

While Argentina has up to 7 major climatic regions, the weather in Buenos Aires is dependent on a humid subtropical climate. The annual average temperature is pleasant at 16.6°C, but there are many disparities. While it is generally between 8 ° and 15 ° C in winter, it is not uncommon to see temperatures in Buenos Aires approaching 0 ° C on some days in June. In summer, mercury hovers around 25°C, with peaks at 32°C in January.

January
17°C
29°C
February
17°C
28°C
March
16°C
26°C
April
12°C
22°C
May
8°C
18°C
June
5°C
14°C
July
6°C
14°C
August
6°C
16°C
Sept.
8°C
18°C
October
10°C
21°C
Nov.
13°C
24°C
Dec.
16°C
28°C
Budget

The country's official currency is the Argentine peso (AR$). Despite slow growth and high inflation, Buenos Aires remains an accessible destination without being cheap, and while Argentina is one of the Latin American countries where the cost of living remains high, the services offered are good value for money. Food and accommodation are very accessible, but the prices of tourist activities have increased significantly in recent years in Buenos Aires.

Procedures

To enter Argentine territory and travel to Buenos Aires, therefore, European Community nationals do not need a visa. A valid passport (at least six months' validity at the time of travel) must be presented when getting off the plane. A residence permit for a period of three months will then be stamped on the passport. It's free of charge! Only American, Canadian and Australian citizens are required to pay a tax when they get off the plane in Buenos Aires. It is called a "reciprocity tax".

Health

Some health characteristics exist in Argentina, but in general cosmopolitan diseases are more to be feared than tropical diseases. Temperatures are reversed compared to the northern hemisphere, and diseases follow the trend: viruses such as influenza also occur in winter. There is no mandatory vaccination to do before going to Buenos Aires. Vaccines against tetanus, diphtheria and poliomyelitis (although it is no longer observed in Latin America) are recommended. Water is safe to drink in Buenos Aires. For a longer stay (an internship in Argentina, for example) it is advisable to alternate with bottles of mineral water

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While there are many tourism specialists for South America, and even for Argentina in general, the agencies offering stays organized in Buenos Aires alone can be counted on the fingers of one hand. However, their services may be used if it is planned to combine the discovery of the Argentine capital with Montevideo and the coast, for example, or with other neighbouring regions. An organized trip then makes more sense.

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The best way to discover Buenos Aires is to organize your own tailor-made trip. The average price of a flight to Buenos Aires is around €700 (low season) and €1,300 (high season). Note that the price variation depends on the company borrowed, but especially on the time required to book. As far as accommodation is concerned, care should be taken to book your room in advance, but the offer is so wide in Buenos Aires that you can easily find it once you arrive.

Buenos Aires is equipped with six metro lines that connect many districts to each other. However, not enough to cover the whole city, a major effort will have to be made to understand how the bus system works. Once adopted, the bus makes it possible to travel anywhere in Buenos Aires and at any time of the day, at a very low cost. Taxis are also a good option for city driving, certainly better than a rental car.

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    When to go to Buenos Aires? Due to the southern hemisphere, the seasons are reversed. Our summer corresponds to winte...
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    While Argentina has up to 7 major climatic regions, the weather in Buenos Aires is dependent on a humid subtropical c...
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    Budget

    The country's official currency is the Argentine peso (AR$). Despite slow growth and high inflation, Buenos Aires rem...
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    Formalities

    To enter Argentine territory and travel to Buenos Aires, therefore, European Community nationals do not need a visa....
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    Health

    Some health characteristics exist in Argentina, but in general cosmopolitan diseases are more to be feared than tropi...
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