Recoleta is the most elegant neighborhood in Buenos Aires. It is filled with shops, restaurants, and charming cafes.
Check out some attractions and things to do in the neighborhood.
Things to do and see in Recoleta Buenos Aires
1. Recoleta Cemetery
The Cemetery of Recoleta is one of the attractions of Buenos Aires. It is located in the heart of the neighborhood in a beautiful square.
The place is famous for being the resting place of rich and famous Argentineans, including Eva Perón.
2. Faculty of Law of the University of Buenos Aires
Faculty of Law of the University of Buenos Aires is located at Av. Pres. Figueroa Alcorta in a building from the 1.960s.
3. Floralis Generic
Floralis Generica is a huge steel and aluminum flower in the middle of the United Nations Plaza.
4. Museum of Fine Arts
The National Museum of Fine Arts located on Avenida del Libertador has the largest Artistic Patrimony in the country and is one of the main in Latin America.
5. Buenos Aires Design
Buenos Aires Design is a mall with articles and home furniture. The place also has several restaurants.
6. Recoleta Mall
The Recoleta Mall is a shopping mall located next to the cemetery. On-site shops and brands like Rapsodia, Levi’s, and Lacoste are found.
7. Sorveteria Volta
The Sorveteria Volta has been producing handmade ice cream for more than 30 years. The ice cream shop serves a variety of flavors, including various types of “Dulce de Leche” ice cream.
8. Patio Bullrich and Posadas Street
The elegant Calle Posadas is located at Patio Bullrich Mall.
Stores like Zara, Diesel, Lacoste, and Salvatore Ferragamo are found.
9. Avenida Alvear
Avenida Alvear is the most exclusive avenue in Buenos Aires.
On the avenue are located the luxury boutique Hermès and the hotels Alvear Palace Hotel and Park Hyatt Buenos Aires.
Itinerary
Begin the tour by visiting the Cemetery of Recoleta and continue to the Faculty of Law. After visiting the university go to Floralis Generica.
Visit the Museo de Bellas Artes and have lunch at the Hard Rock Cafe located in Buenos Aires Design or at the Strada Restaurant located in Recoleta Mall.
After lunch, go to Avenida Callao and have ice cream at the Volta Sorveteria. Follow Avenida Alvear and go to Posadas Avenue and finish the afternoon having coffee at Francesca at Patio Bullrich.
Hotels in Recoleta Buenos Aires
- Alvear Palace Hotel
- Park Hyatt Buenos Aires
- Dazzler Recoleta
- Melia Recoleta Plaza
- Hotel Etoile
- Art Suites & Gallery
- AQ Tailored Suites
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