Puerto Madero
Puerto Madero
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By day, this riverfront area is a booming business and shopping district and by night, a hip neighborhood with pricey restaurants and fashionable clubs.
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Neighbourhood: Puerto Madero
From its refurbished red brick buildings and port cranes to its modern skyscrapers and luxurious apartment buildings, Puerto Madero is the perfect combination of old and new. The river provides a quiet, relaxing atmosphere that contrasts with the hustle and bustle of heavy traffic just blocks away. Across the river, flanked by skyscrapers, are beautiful parks and quiet streets that make this neighbourhood a unique destination in a city as busy as Buenos Aires. The restaurants, bars, and nightclubs on the docks make it a prime spot for nights out and have come to symbolise this area. Puerto Madero is even more striking after dark, when the lights from the docks and skyscrapers glow against the night sky.
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- Try2TravelSustainablyHamilton, Canada401 contributionsA waterfront area worth a visit if you are museumed outA great place to walk around. A large restaurant area on the water on both sides. Two places to cross. Historical ship in port to view when open. Not accessible by subway so you have to walk from the last stop or take a taxi. We had trouble finding a taxi to take us there during dinner time.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 14 October 2023
- gl0baltraveller201974 contributionsCool vibesReally cool vibe and plenty of choices to eat and drink. We even got the bonus of a traditional tango dance on the bridge which was brilliant. Places to try include a restaurant called Chana (very cool and relaxed seating) and Juan Bautista Parrilla Gaucha for a decent steak restaurant (but can be busy so plan ahead)Visited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 12 November 2023
- ken KNashville, Tennessee30 contributionsPleasantly surprised.Great, atmosphere and food. Attentive staff very friendly. Food was plentiful and delicious. Drinks were cold and refreshing. Ordered the veal and it filled in entire plate. One of the largest I’ve ever ever had. Rest of the party had steaks all pleasantly surprised.Visited January 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 31 January 2024
- Giuseppe CincindellaRosyth, United Kingdom2,120 contributionsBeautifulNice walk through the new buildings, born on the old constructions. The newest part of BA, high and beautiful buildings, expensive apartments, fashionable shops. One of the best parts of BAVisited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 3 March 2024
- Eaton_OutGreenville, South Carolina640 contributionsGreat waterfront area of Buenos AiresWe really enjoyed visiting this area of Buenos Aires. Please note that the waterway is a CANAL and not a river or harbor. That said, be sure to visit the Woman's Bridge that has a part that looks like a woman's leg during a Tango.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 21 March 2024
- Michael BBellflower, California24,492 contributionsPuerto Madero is a revamped dockside area.Its converted redbrick buildings contain upscale steakhouses popular with tourists and business lunchers. Sleek 50 stories high skyscrapers house multinational corporations and high-value apartments, facing the Rio de la Plata. Most of them are concentrated along the Dock 3 of Puerto Madero; these include Alvear Tower 784 ft, Renoir II 561 ft, Mulieris Towers 528 ft, El Faro Towers 520 ft, Repsol-YPF Tower 520 ft, Le Parc Tower 518 ft, and Chateau Tower of Puerto Madero 512 ft. Currently under construction the 649 ft tall Harbour Tower, set to be completed in 2024 as the second tallest skyscraper in Argentina. There are also in the neighbourhood several museums and art galleries, among them the Faena Arts Center, the Fortabat Art Collection, the De la Cárcova Museum, and the museum ships ARA Uruguay and ARA Presidente Sarmiento. Trails loop around several lakes at the wildlife-rich Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve, which is nice for families and joggers. Check out the new Puente de la Mujer a graceful suspension bridge, against the old Puente Transbordador bridge Nicolás Avellaneda. TIP: Nice place to walk around. Please Tick the box below if you find this review helpful or interesting. Thank you.Visited March 2024Travelled with familyWritten 30 May 2024
- RaminjaafarianLos Angeles, California154 contributionsBeautiful and safe place to visit.We spent half a day walking around and enjoying the river banks and Puente des las mujeres bridge. In the evening we went to Sky Bar located at top floor of hotel Alvear. Food, drinks, views and DJ were the best. Lovely nightlife.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 August 2024
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IN_Travelers47906
West Lafayette, IN4,718 contributions
Jan 2020
We arrived late afternoon for our stay at the Hilton Buenos Aires and we asked the concierge for a suggestion of how to best stretch our legs and see a bit of BA. He told us to go out the door turn left, go ½ block and walk along the canal. How far I asked? It depends on how far you want to walk. It makes a loop and there are five bridges that allow you to cross over whenever you want. We had no idea what to expect and could not possibly have been more pleased.
As is true with most of the world’s major ports, Buenos Aires outgrew its original port due to the creation of super tankers etc. and BA has done a wonderful job of preserving the old while building out to create the new. The old port (now Puerto Madero) has been refashioned into a canal that serves small yachts, sailboats and motorboats on its water, while converting old warehouses into upscale shops and restaurants. Additionally international hotels and business have surrounded the canal with architecturally-tasteful skyscrapers that make the area even more inviting. The whole lace really comes alive in the evenings with street performers and lots else to see and enjoy.
Well lit, safe and spotlessly clean, visitors can spend hours or even an entire day just along the Puerto Madero. Staying in this immediate area also places you within walking distance of Plaza de Mayo, the Teatro Colon, the Ecological Reserve and the Boat Terminals. We stayed at the Hilton for 7 nights, saw almost every major tourist site in the city and only used a taxi twice. However, taxis are exceedingly cheap as you can go from the Puerto Madero to almost anywhere else in the city for less than $10 US.
If you stay in this area, you will be glad you did. If you do not, be sure to set aside at least an afternoon and early evening to walk the area and soak in the ambiance.
As is true with most of the world’s major ports, Buenos Aires outgrew its original port due to the creation of super tankers etc. and BA has done a wonderful job of preserving the old while building out to create the new. The old port (now Puerto Madero) has been refashioned into a canal that serves small yachts, sailboats and motorboats on its water, while converting old warehouses into upscale shops and restaurants. Additionally international hotels and business have surrounded the canal with architecturally-tasteful skyscrapers that make the area even more inviting. The whole lace really comes alive in the evenings with street performers and lots else to see and enjoy.
Well lit, safe and spotlessly clean, visitors can spend hours or even an entire day just along the Puerto Madero. Staying in this immediate area also places you within walking distance of Plaza de Mayo, the Teatro Colon, the Ecological Reserve and the Boat Terminals. We stayed at the Hilton for 7 nights, saw almost every major tourist site in the city and only used a taxi twice. However, taxis are exceedingly cheap as you can go from the Puerto Madero to almost anywhere else in the city for less than $10 US.
If you stay in this area, you will be glad you did. If you do not, be sure to set aside at least an afternoon and early evening to walk the area and soak in the ambiance.
Written 29 February 2020
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SelectTraveler
San Diego, CA208 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
During our week in Buenos Aires we visited Puerto Madero several times and were struck by what a contrast it is with the rest of the city.
This neighborhood is built on reclaimed land and sits adjacent to the river. It is filled with soaring skyscrapers which are a mix of residential and commercial use buildings. The area is connected to central Buenos Aires by several bridges, one of which is the iconic Puente de La Mujer (Women’s Bridge).
There are numerous restaurants and bars all along the strip which makes the place come alive after hours. This is a trendy, cool spot that definitely deserves a visit.
Insider tip: All the street names in Puerto Madero are feminine.
This neighborhood is built on reclaimed land and sits adjacent to the river. It is filled with soaring skyscrapers which are a mix of residential and commercial use buildings. The area is connected to central Buenos Aires by several bridges, one of which is the iconic Puente de La Mujer (Women’s Bridge).
There are numerous restaurants and bars all along the strip which makes the place come alive after hours. This is a trendy, cool spot that definitely deserves a visit.
Insider tip: All the street names in Puerto Madero are feminine.
Written 27 February 2020
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rachnmike2014
Christchurch, New Zealand13 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We enjoyed this area and ended up moving accommodation from the central city to Puerto Madero because it had an easy going and safe feeling, even at night.
Lots of restaurants to choose from but even if your not hungry just wondering around is nice. Shame the water is so polluted - this is the only negative.
Easy walking distance to the neighbourhoods tourists usually want to see.
Lots of restaurants to choose from but even if your not hungry just wondering around is nice. Shame the water is so polluted - this is the only negative.
Easy walking distance to the neighbourhoods tourists usually want to see.
Written 3 April 2020
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karla94598
Buenos Aires, Argentina11 contributions
Dec 2019
Definitely recommend La Parolaccia Trattoria for the best pasta I have ever had, as well as their sister restaurant Mare. Lobo Cafe (on the riverfront) or Le Bie' for coffee or breakfast, and Le Pain Quotidien for anything in between. The movie theatre has English movies (with Spanish subtitles) for all titles. Great place to experience Buenos Aires from.
Written 8 January 2020
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Ray B
Monterey, CA74 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Wife and I started an evening stroll along the bridge. Tango dancers, street musicians and street vendors were part of the ambiance. Most of the adjacent bars and restaurants seemed over priced and under rated.
Written 20 January 2020
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holidayneeded72
Guildford119 contributions
Feb 2020
We had half a day at the end of our trip in Buenos Aires. We had visited the main areas of BA except for this one. The Reserva Ecologica was free, a pleasant walk where you could spot some interesting birds and a nice place to spend a few hours once you have seen and explored most other places. It is not what you go to BA for but was a lovely way to end the holiday before a long flight home.
Written 12 March 2020
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James V
Makawao, HI181 contributions
Jan 2020
This area of Buenos Aires is located on the Rio La Plata which separates Argentina and Uruguay. It contains the port for the ferry boats to both the capital city of Montevideo and the touristed town of Colonia in Uruguay. The trip to Montevideo takes about 2 1/2 hours aboard a luxurious three story ferry boat which also transports vehicles. The ferry has three classes of passage, several cafeterias, and an enormous upscale duty free shop.
Written 22 January 2020
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kaet79
melbourne71 contributions
July 2023
Nice enough but really not sure why this gets such high ratings and the number 2 place to visit in Buenos Aires?? It wouldn't make my list. It has nothing on the amazing old city and attractions such as Teatro Colon, Recoleta Cemetary, La Boca, and just walking around the old areas. We ate here but generally restuarants were more expensive and there wasn't anything special about the location.
Written 24 July 2023
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Raja R
Berkeley Lake, GA9 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
This place is full of life with music and lots of eat outs. There is a floating museum out of an old frigate for history buffs. If you’re lucky you may get to see some Tango dancers too.
Written 24 February 2020
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Skaramoosh
Edmonton, Canada4,011 contributions
Mar 2023
We were on the hop on hop off bus and got off at Puerto Madero. It's a modern city built on reclaimed land.
Lots of skyscrapers housing both businesses and high end apartments. Also, lots of eateries and waterholes. Be prepared to pay a wee bit higher prices at these establishments in Puerto Madero.
The suspension bridge, Puente de la Mujer, is supposed to represent a couple doing the tango.
Was told to come visit in the evenings, when it's all lit up but we never got a chance to.
Maybe the next time we're back in Buenos Aires.
Recommended!
Lots of skyscrapers housing both businesses and high end apartments. Also, lots of eateries and waterholes. Be prepared to pay a wee bit higher prices at these establishments in Puerto Madero.
The suspension bridge, Puente de la Mujer, is supposed to represent a couple doing the tango.
Was told to come visit in the evenings, when it's all lit up but we never got a chance to.
Maybe the next time we're back in Buenos Aires.
Recommended!
Written 26 March 2023
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Gostaria de indicações de restaurantes nessa região para o almoço, que não seja com preços exorbitantes.
Written 15 October 2022
Alguien sabe de donde es la mĂşsica rara una melodĂa rara que suena por la noche en el puerto?
Written 18 October 2021
Hola podras expecificar la zona?abarca desde av Cordoba hasta Av Brasil mas de 20 cuadras,.Si aclaras podre ayudar.
Fernando
Written 18 October 2021
Hola Luis, te comento que vengo haciendo una investigación sobre el barco hundido, el de las tortugas tomando sol, que mencionás como "Antoine S E".
Me interesa mucho la información que mencionás, y te consulto si tenés fotos, o algún link con más información.
Gracias desde ya. Eduardo
Written 26 January 2021
Olá pessoal, eu gostaria de saber aonde eu poderia trocar Lempiras Hondurenhas em São Paulo - Brasil ?! boa noite!
Written 2 October 2020
Hola ¿me preguntaba si era seguro caminar por la noche por ah� Resulta que en enero estaré de transito me hospedo cerca, y tengo que salir las 5:30 am para ir a buquebus¿se pude ir caminando atravesando o hay algún problema?
Written 14 November 2019
Ciertamente Puerto Madero es todavia uno de los lugares mas seguros tanto de dia como de noche , aunque ya no tanto como años atras . Especialmente de noche tarde o a la madrugada , Hay poca gente circulando en esas circunstancias . A pesar de la excelente Vigilancia de la Prefectura Naval Argentina, mediante su Sistema Electronico de Monitoreo por video camaras y los patrullajes diurnos y nocturnos . Pero los tiempos han cambiado y como en todos lados, especialmente en este año de pandemia la delincuencia ha crecido considerablemente en cantidad y en violencia . Los delincuentes estan a la pesca de turistas distraidos o confiados . A pesar del control especial y sistematico de motos y vehiculos . No es buena idea transitar de noche tarde o de madrugada . Hay que tomar o pedir taxis reconocidos ( no truchos) En general para transitar seguro de noche hay que evitar hacerlo en horarios de poco transito peatonal y en zonas solitarias . Evitar mayormente la costanera especialmente la zona Sur del Dique 1 . La salida del casino Flotante . La Zona de Darsena Norte hacia Retiro. La cronica policial registra en los ultimos 18 años , solamente dos ataque graves a turistas. Uno nocturno en 2.003 a la salida del casino flotante donde tres turistas europeos inadvertidos y confiados imprudentemente se fueron caminando los 4 Km que los separaban de su hotel en Retiro . Y el otro caso diurno el año pasdo 2.019, a turistas "marcados " en su llegada al Aeropuerto y al ingreso al hotel. Realmente en tantos años la estadistica de alta seguridad en el barrio es indiscutible, salvo pequeños arrebatos de descuidistas oportunistas . Puerto Madero es el lugar mas seguro a pesar de todo, disfrutelo. Una ultima consideracion valida para todos , turistas y locales y en cualquier lugar del pais : No resistirse jamas a un robo, puede ser muy peligroso .
Written 13 December 2020
Alguém poderia me dar informações sobre os shows de tango? Qual a melhor opção , preço estimado e onde comprar?
Written 15 January 2018
Se quiser um show completo, com comida e bebida incluĂdos, vá ao Puerto Madero mesmo. Mas Ă© carĂssimo. Para uma boa apresentação e de graça (entre aspas por que vocĂŞ irá consumir), vá ao CafĂ© Torloni, na Avenida de Mayo, perto da Casa Rosada. Shows de 2 em 2 horas.
Written 15 January 2018
Cual restaurant me recomiendan en puerto madero
Written 3 January 2018
Andrea, en verdad la oferta es amplia. La Parolaccia, El mercado y Happening, son sĂłlo algunos. No son econĂłmicos, la zona no lo es. Sin embargo si te haces unos metros hacia la zona de la Reserva EcolĂłgica, hay puestos instalados de comida al paso. Dependiendo del dĂa, hay zonas de baile tropical o brasilera. Puedes aprovechar para degustar nuestro famoso choripan, o una bondiola o un churrasquito.
Written 4 January 2018
Onde compensa mais trocar real por peso , Brasil ou no aeroporto de Buenos Aires ?
Written 28 December 2017
Não troque no Brasil. Sai muito caro. Ficamos com medo de trocar na rua Florida pois é muito movimentada e parece q tds estão te observando. Trocamos no shopping Recoleta onde o câmbio era bom e o lugar bem discreto.
Written 14 January 2018
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