There are enough sights and attractions in bustling Buenos Aires to keep you busy every single moment that you’re not in Spanish class. Here are a few suggestions for what to do after you’ve already checked out the most iconic Buenos Aires sights (Casa Rosada, Recoleta Cemetery, Museo de Bellas Artes, tango shows).
MALBA. The Museo de Arte Latinoamericano de Buenos Aires is a must-see for contemporary art lovers. Its small permanent collection provides a good overview of 20th century art history in Latin America. Most of the museum space is dedicated to temporary exhibits, so there is always something new and different to see here.
La Florida. A stroll along this bustling commercial avenue provides ample entertainment and people-watching opportunities. The intersection of Florida and LaValle is an especially popular spot to watch street entertainers, from live bands and tango dancers to mimes and human statues.
La Brigada. If you’ve tired of the traditional Argentine steak with chimichurri sauce, head to La Brigada restaurant in San Telmo to try some more obscure beef dishes, including blood pudding, sweetbreads, and liver.
El Ateneo Grand Splendid. Even if you hate reading, this fantastic bookstore is worth a visit. Formerly an opulent 1920s opera house, the building now houses over 120,000 books, plus a nice selection of classical and jazz music. Head upstairs to see a collection of vintage photos of famous tango dancers and the opera house in its heyday.
Nonna Bianca. If you need a treat, stop in at Nonna Bianca’s Gelateria in San Telmo to sample one of the 80 flavors of gelato handmade here. Pastries, quiche, paninis, and coffee can also be found here. Besides the great food and homey atmosphere, the really cool thing about this little cafe is that it was started by a 70-year-old lady and her family.