Villa Ocampo: A Literary Sanctuary
Explore the historic Villa Ocampo in Buenos Aires, once home to Victoria Ocampo and a gathering place for renowned intellectuals and artists.
Villa Ocampo, located in Béccar, Buenos Aires, was the residence of Victoria Ocampo, a prominent Argentine writer and intellectual. Today, this UNESCO-protected site serves as a museum and cultural center, offering visitors a glimpse into the life of Ocampo and the vibrant literary scene she fostered.
A brief summary to Villa Ocampo
- Elortondo 1837, Béccar, Buenos Aires Province, AR
- +54114732-4988
- Visit website
- Friday 12:30 pm-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-7 pm
- Sunday 10 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Purchase tickets online in advance, as they are required for entry.
- Check the Villa Ocampo website for the most up-to-date information on opening hours and special events.
- Consider taking a guided tour in English or Spanish to learn more about the history of the house and its famous residents.
- Allow ample time to explore the gardens surrounding the villa.
- Note that the Villa is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Buenos Aires, take the Mitre train line towards Tigre from Retiro station. Get off at Beccar station. From there, Villa Ocampo is approximately an 800-meter walk. Follow Elortondo street from the station; the Villa will be on your right. A SUBE card is needed for train travel; the train fare from Retiro to Beccar is approximately ARS 700-3200.
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Taxi/Ride-share
From Buenos Aires, a taxi or ride-sharing service to Villa Ocampo will take approximately 25 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated cost is ARS 28,000-34,000. Ask the driver to take you to Elortondo 1837, Béccar.
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Driving
From Buenos Aires, take Av. del Libertador to Elortondo in Béccar. The drive is approximately 25 km and takes about 25 minutes. Villa Ocampo has a parking lot available for visitors. Driving cost is estimated to be ARS 2,513–3,629.
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