Buenos Aires: What NOT to Do in Buenos Aires, Argentina

What tourists should do and not do when they visit Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you are heading to Argentina you are most likely visiting Buenos Aires, and there are a few things that you should know before your Buenos Aires vacation. Whether you want to know about how to deal with the taxis, how to not get locked in a cemetery, and which soccer team to cheer for, we have you covered. Tourist information for travelers visiting the capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires.
Filmed in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Copyright Mark Wolters 2020
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[pablitopoxa]

que grandiosos son los argentinos. Saludos desde Argentina

[martingarciavaamonde]

Se ve que es un hermoso país Argentina.


Saludos desde Argentina.

[clintrichardsonclintfromny]

The night life is booming. They go to clubs late, party all night, and go to work the next morning. Its wild.

[bostero]

Another don't for the Recoleta cemetery; don't forget it's a working cemetery, be respectful of people in funeral processions, don't take pictures of the procession people in it aren't actors, they are mourning the loss of a loved one.

[samelmudir]

Also: Don't forget to bring a picture ID if you plan on using your credit card. they ask for it every time.

[mklinger]

Nicknames are a big thing in latin america. My girlfriend's grandma is "negra" (my girlfriend doesn't even know her real name), her grampa is "niño", I'm "rubio". Nothing is offensive. It's just how it is

[ami]

As an Argentine, I love when someone gives such accurate advice about my country. The good and bad. And don't be afraid to approach someone (especially merchants) if you are lost. We are very friendly when we see that someone is in trouble and can surely understand you.

[obregonariel]

As a "porteño" I can say this is very accurate. I should add don't miss pizza in famous "pizzerías" in Bs As. The quality standard is really high.

[stln]

If your friends tell you "estoy llegando" means that they are probably still taking a shower at their homes

[gabrieladanesi]

About the traffic, some cars may not stop as soon as the light turns red, and mind the bikes, NO BIKE WILL STOP!

[octaviosanchez]

Breakfast time here: 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Lunch 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM maybe 3:00 PM
Snacks 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Dinner 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM

Yeah, we eat really late at night.

[dimitrijensk]

Also, please don’t be offended at the nickname “gordo” (fat/fatty). It’s like when an older man calls you “son” it’s not meant to be derogatory.

And I cannot stress enough how important it is to heed his advice about not wandering at night. Unless you know what you’re doing, do not try it.

[ivanvaraschin]

If we call you "el gordo" or "el yanki" that means we like you. If an Argentine gives you a nickname is a sign of friendship!

[Ottoish]

I'm British but have lived in Buenos Aires for over 12 years. Recoleta, Palermo, Belgrano, Puerto Madero are all perfectly safe, even at night. I feel safer here than when I lived in London. It's certainly safer than most big US cities. But, as the video says, don't wear obvious jewellery, gold watches, or walk about with an expensive iPhone in your hand.

Just like any big city, there is petty crime, especially in tourist areas. And if you obviously dress and act like a tourist you will attract the wrong attention. Ditch the baseball cap if you come from the US. It makes you very obviously a tourist. Also be careful in the area around the Congress building and if you wander outside the very touristy part of La Boca.

The outskirts of the city are sketchy, but there's no reason for a tourist to visit those places. The rest of the country is mostly safe, except the odd city like Rosario.

[bradkrupsaw]

Actually, the SUBTE (subway) DOES go to Recoleta. Line H stops at Facultad de Derecho, which is directly in front of Plaza Francia, the heart of touristic Recoleta.

[alexmachines]

Argentinian guy here. Google Maps is your friend, for both public transportation and for finding places of interest. Don't wander around after dark unless you know what you're doing. Be mindful of crowds and empty streets, and keep an eye on your stuff at all times. Also, don't be scared of being rude if a street vendor or beggar aproaches you. Just say "no" and ignore them, they'll leave you alone that way, otherwise they'll stick to you and some of them may be criminals and you don't want that.

[gnomo]

16:07 most people go to bars at around 21hrs/22hrs, then go to a friend's house or to the park and drink, then go to the club drunk enough that you can get in and dance till 5am, have breakfast at some random McDonald and pass out in someone's couch or in a park near by, viva la vida loca

[guitejada]

Yes, taxi drivers are crazy indeed. I thought I was going to die once that I asked him to rush to the airport at 4:00a.m.

[lucianocolmenares]

As an Argentine, I can assure this is highly accurate. Even though I don't live in Buenos Aires (I live in Córdoba), I find this information pretty useful for somebody who wants to visit our beautiful country
Further advice: watch your cellphone or wallet when walking around in the street :)

[Kat-trig]

I'm an American expat living in a city 4 hours southwest of Buenos Aires. I moved here in 2002, after living off and on from 1997. I agree with everything you said! The ice cream, omg, yes. I always tell everyone that the ice cream is so, so, SO good. The nicknames, yes, I'm called Yanqui (Yankee). And oddly enough, Rusa (Russian, because they call everyone with blonde or light colored hair "ruso/rusa"). Winter is freezing. Don't dress like a tourist- check out how people dress first and buy clothes here. The city, and the country in general, is gay friendly, so if you're LGBTQ you usually won't have any problems. Don't expect people to know English- most don't, so learn some Spanish before coming. Avoid protests and marches, even though most don't get violent. Also, if you can, get out of Buenos Aires and visit the entire country. There's so much to see, seriously.