La Boca: Buenos Aires' Colorful Port District
Explore La Boca, Buenos Aires: a vibrant port district with colorful streets, tango history, and the legendary La Bombonera stadium.
La Boca, a vibrant neighborhood in Buenos Aires, is known for its colorful buildings, rich immigrant history, and as the birthplace of tango. Once a bustling port, it attracted immigrants, primarily from Italy and Spain, who shaped its unique character. Today, it's a popular tourist destination, offering a glimpse into the city's working-class past and artistic soul.
A brief summary to La Boca - Gral. Gregorio Aráoz de Lamadrid
- Gral. Gregorio Aráoz de Lamadrid Caminito, Buenos Aires, La Boca, Comuna 4, Buenos Aires, 780-800, AR
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during the day for the best experience and to ensure your safety.
- Explore El Caminito, the colorful street museum, but be prepared for crowds.
- Catch a tango performance in the streets or at a local restaurant.
- Visit La Bombonera, the Boca Juniors stadium, for a taste of Argentine football culture.
- Be aware of your surroundings and avoid wandering into less touristy areas, especially at night.
Getting There
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Walking
From San Telmo, a walk to La Boca is possible but not generally advised due to safety concerns. Instead, consider a short taxi or bus ride. Walking within the main tourist area of La Boca, particularly around El Caminito, is the best way to experience the neighborhood's colorful streets and atmosphere.
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Public Transport
To reach La Boca from downtown Buenos Aires, take bus 152. A SUBE card is required for public transport; these can be purchased and loaded at Subte stations and kiosks. A bus ride from downtown to La Boca will cost approximately ARS 25-28.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Cabify are readily available in Buenos Aires. A taxi from downtown Buenos Aires to La Boca typically costs between ARS 6,000 and ARS 8,000 and takes around 20-25 minutes, but prices may vary depending on traffic and time of day. Be sure the driver turns on the meter.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
La Boca Walking Tour
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Puerto De La Boca
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Antiguo Mercado De la Boca
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Estación de Promoción e Interpretación Ambiental - La Boca (La Boca)
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Museo histórico de La Boca
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Transbordador de la BOCA
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Paseo Mural "Tangueros Argentinos"
0.9 km
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of tango at Paseo Mural Tangueros Argentinos, a stunning open-air mural gallery in La Boca, Buenos Aires.
Usina del Arte
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Monumento a la cordialidad Argentino - Uruguaya
1.4 km
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Conventillo Histórico
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Maqueta Barrio La Boca
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Museo Histórico Nacional
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La Casa De Los Leones
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Galeria Del Asombro
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Monument to Spain
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Unmissable attractions to see
Centro Cultural de Los Artistas
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Caminito
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Artes luz la boca
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Historical Wax Museum
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El Conventillo de los Sueños
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Calle Caminito
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Visit Caminito
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Mural República de la Boca
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Monumento al General Don José de San Martín
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Museum of Fine Arts Outdoor - Caminito
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La Yunta
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Mural esgrafiado homenaje a Quinquela Martín
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Mural a Don Benito Quinquela Martín
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Fundación Proa
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Constitución Galería
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Essential places to dine
El Gran Paraiso
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El Rinconcito
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Patagonia Sur
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Puerto Viejo
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La Glorieta de Quique.
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Il Matterello La Boca
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Bodegón La Buena Medida
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Bar Portuario
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El Obrero
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Nápoles
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Cafè San Juan
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El Puentecito
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Sagardi Argentina
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Il Sorpasso
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Saigón Noodle Bar
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Artesanía Caminito
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Souvenirs
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Solo Boca Tienda
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Paseo de Compras Caminito Shopping
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Shopping Caminito
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Brandsen Pasion Souvenirs
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Todo Boca
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Tienda PARAISO XENEIZE
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Boutique Fedra
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Boca Shop
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FERIA ARTESANAL SAN TELMO 1300
1.9 km
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Tienda de Curiosidades
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Los Ezeiza
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San Telmo Antiques Fair
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Argentina Gifts - tienda de regalos
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Café Bar de los Artistas
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Encuentro Nativo
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Boca Es Pueblo
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El último DIEZ (10)
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Bar El Estaño 1880
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Boca a Boca - Restaurante Show
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MARGAL CERVECERIA
1.2 km
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Radio Bar
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Bar Don Cosme
1.3 km
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Bar Britanico
1.7 km
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Doppelganger Bar
1.9 km
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Guebara Bar
2.2 km
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Anselmo Lounge & Wine Bar
2.3 km
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Bar Chin Chin
2.5 km
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The Gibraltar
2.5 km
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