Things to do in  Buenos Aires Province

The main cities in Buenos Aires province include Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina; La Plata, the capital city of the Buenos Aires province; and Mar del Plata, on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. Another key town in the province is Tigre perched on the banks of the Tigre Delta.

Many of the main attractions in the Buenos Aires Province are in the capital; highlights include the historic neighborhood of San Telmo, the colorful La Boca, and Recoleta Cemetery (Cementerio de Recoleta), often hailed as one of most beautiful in the world. Don’t miss the pink Casa Rosada—Argentina’s presidential palace—in the center, too.

If you’re short on time in Argentina, dedicate most of your sightseeing to Buenos Aires, as there’s so much to see and do. Three days is a brief yet satisfying amount of time in the capital, but if you have another day spare, consider travelling to a gaucho ranch or exploring Tigre.

The best day trips in the Buenos Aires Province include wine tasting in the countryside or a river cruise along the Tigre Delta. You can even pop over to Uruguay for the day from Buenos Aires; ferries depart regularly throughout the day to Colonia de Sacramento, a charming town home to cobbled streets.

Argentina is world-famous for its beef, so one of the main things to do in the Buenos Aires province is eat. Must-try dishes include bife de chorizo, a cut of steak with a thick rind of fat; milanesa, lightly breaded chicken or pork; and provolone cheese, served grilled on an asado.

Accommodation options in Buenos Aires Province range from luxury 5-star hotels in the capital's Downtown and Palermo neighborhoods to traditional gaucho ranches in Las Pampas. Find mid-range and budget options in La Plata, while Mar del Plata is a little more expensive due to its coastal position.