French's Mansion

El Solar de French

Located at Defensa 1062 in San Telmo.

Domingo French was born in this house; he fought in the English invasions of 1805. The mansion was built in 1762. The patio of this house was turned into a gallery with many small antique shops. Do not forget to visit the Market of Arts and Handcrafts on the first floor. You may choose to take the Subway Line C exit at Estacion San Juan.

San Lorenzo Passage

Pasaje de San Lorenzo

At Defensa 700, until the second half of the last century this Passage was the physical border of San Telmo, as there, it used to run a stream. Once entering this magical street you will see many examples of last century Argentina architecture. Curiously: at number 380, you'll find the Minute House, built around 1850 with a facade of only 2.30 meters and a tiny balcony in its upper floor. Also, at number 319 you will find the beautiful patios of San Telmo (patios with the workshops of artisans and artists). Take Subway Line C exit at Estacion Independencia.

San Telmo Market

Mercado de San Telmo

Access through Bolivar St., Estados Unidos St., Defensa St. and Carlos Calvo St.

This market was opened in 1897. It is important for its excellent iron structure with metal sheet and glass roof, being the last one operating in the city. Open everyday, it offers stands with beed and fresh fish, and antiques and work of art. Access through Subway Line C exit at Estacion San Juan.

Bar Sur

Balcarce y Estados Unidos - Phone: 4362-6086

Located in one of San Telmo's houses, this bar/cafe is synonymy with tango and pioneer in night shows. It also offers exclusive food and picadas. Tip for film lovers: the movie Wong Kar-Wai "Happy Together" (1997) was filmed here. You may get there by Subway Line C exit at Estacion San Juan.

Lezama Park

Parque Lezama

Brasil y Paseo Colon

It used to be the lands of Salteño trader Gregorio Lezama; its pond, fountains, and sculptures make the Park an attractive place to visit. Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 8pm there is a handcraft fair and live shows. At its side it is located the National Historical Museum. Access by Subway Line C exit at Estacion Constitucion.

San Telmo Museum, Saint Pedro Telmo Parish

Museo San Telmo, Parroquia de San Pedro Telmo

Humberto 1o. 340 - Phone 4361-1168
Services: Sunday 9, 10, 11am., and 7pm. Monday to Friday at 8am and 7pm.

Opening hours from March: Saturdays 10am to 1pm; Sundays 3:30pm to 6:30pm. Guided tours: Sundays at 4pm. The tour covers atrium, cloisters, excavations, sacristy, Sibyls collection, the temple and its altars, organ and Foundation Chapel.

It was built in 1734 by Jesuit architects (among them: Andres Bianchi, Juan Primoli and Jose Schmidt, as well as Antonio Masella). At first, it was called the Church of our Lady of Bethlehem and it was in 1806 that it was named after the patron saint of sailors, San Pedro Gonzales Telmo Parish Church. There is a marble table in the sacristy that Bethlehemites would use for operations. This order run the church from 1800 to 1822. They used to live in a building across from the church, where the first School of Medicine was opened, and they attended the sick and wounded during the English Invasions and the epidemic outbreaks.

The Sibyls are a collection of 12 oil paintings dating back to the XVIII century influenced by a Cuzco art school and they are a unique piece in Argentina. In 2005, they were restored and and they are tart of the church's historic and artistic legacy.

While you are renting an apartment in Buenos Aires you may visit this Church through the Subway Line C and exit at Estacion San Juan.

Russian Orthodox Church

Iglesia Ortodoxa Rusa

Located at Brasil 315 - Phone: 4361-4274

Timetable: Saturday 5 pm to 8 pm; Sunday 10 am to 12:30 pm.

A fantastic place: located in front of the Lezama Park, this building, Muscovite style of the 17th. Century, represents one of the city's most attractive and distinguished constructions. During the services the chorus sings Orthodox litugy music. Women can access wearing skirts. Take Subway Line C exit at Estacion Constitucion.

Danish Church

Iglesia Danesa

Located at Carlos Calvo 257 - Phone: 4362-9154
This is a Lutheran Protestan church, built in 1931, showing an unmistakable Nordic characteristic. In its interior we appreciate the typical chandelier brought from Denmark. You may visit this church while you are visiting Buenos Aires. From your vacation rental apartment take Subway Line C and exit at Estacion San Juan

Dorrego Square

Plaza Dorrego

This is San Telmo's most visited place. Declared National Historical Monument, this Square is a clear example of the City's oldest architecture. On weekdays all the cafes set their tables on the Square, allowing us to enjoy a charming ambience, much less busy than on Sundays when we have the Flea Market. From your Buenos Aires apartments rentals take Subway Line C exit Estacion San Juan.

San Telmo Flea Market

Feria de San Telmo

Sundays as of 10 am. Dorrego Square gets ready for partying. Hundreds of antique stands offer relics at affordable prices; and tango dancers, artists and picturesque characters are worthwhile the show. The cafes around the square offer different kind of food, that together with draft beer crowns the visit. We recommend Plaza Dorrego Cafe. From your Buenos Aires vacation rentals take Subway Line C exit Estacion San Juan.

Puerto Madero

The old port of Buenos Aires, renewed and improved, is now one of the most selected and visited areas by the tourists. You find elegant restaurants, all of them with river view, and a perfect boulevard for lovers. It also has a huge movie complex. Located in Puerto Madero, the Woman Bridge is a modern bridge, according to its author, Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava and represents a couple tangoing. As you leave your Buenos Aires apartments this Subway Line A exit Estacion Plaza de Mayo takes you to Puerto Madero.

San Martin Square

Plaza San Martin

One of the city's most beautiful squares. It present slopes and wonderful trees, such as the Jacaranda; it is ideal for sunbathing, meeting with friends, or trying to enter a conversation with one of the pretty women of Buenos Aires. Subway Line C exit Estacion San Martin.

Monumental Tower

Torre Monumental

Av. del Libertador and Av. Ramos Mejia.

Commonly called English Tower, was donated by the British residents to commemorate the 100th. anniversary of the May Revolution 1810. It has 60 mts. height, and a combination of red bricks and curved stones. The structurer is located on a plinth with four steps at each side and outlets in their corners. Subway Line C exit Estacion Retiro.

Carlos Gardel Muesum

Museo Casa Carlos Gardel

Jean Jaures 735 - Phone: 4964-2071

Timetable: Monday to Sunday 11 am to 6 pm (Tuesday closed). Guided visits: Monday to Friday 3pm

A must stop for tango lovers. In this house, turned into a museum, Carlos Gardel and his mother lived until 1933, last year of the singer in Buenos Aires before he traveled to France. Subway Line B exit Estacion Carlos Gardel.

Congress

Congreso de la Nacion

Located at avenida Entre Rios y Rivadavia.

Guided visits: (Spanish) Monday to Friday 5pm - (English) to be confirmed.
This important building is the seat of the Chamber of Representatives and Senators of Argentina. Attention to visitors: Shorts are NOT allowed. Subway Line A exit Estacion Congreso.

Barolo Palace

Palacio Barolo

A building based on the Divine Comedie of Dante Alighieri. Done on 1923. Guided tours: Monday and Thursdays from 2pm to 7pm (Exceptionally the tour can be arranged for evenings and during week-ends). Please phone to confirm. Paid admission. Languagues: English and Spanish. Subway Line A exit Estacion Saenz Peña.

Av. de Mayo 1370 - 9th. Floor - Office 249/252 - Phone: (54-11) 4381-2425 / 4383-1063

Avenida de Mayo (May Avenue)

One of Buenos Aires' most beautiful streets. It links the Pink House with the Congress. Ideal for walking through during day and/or night. This avenue is an exclusive area of the Spanish community and testimony of Buenos Aires of the beginning of the 20th. Century. It also gathered the most important hotels of that time, many cafes, among them the Tortoni (Art Nouveau) where the most important Porteño artists got together; and theaters like the "Avenida". Subway Line A exit Estacion Peru.

Manzana de las Luces

Enlightenment Square

Guided visits everyday 3pm. Saturday and Sunday 3pm, 4:30pm and 6pm

This square (it includes many historical buildings) is known for being a historical place where there are guided visits to go under the tunnels built by the Jesuits in the 18th. Century. It has over 400 years. There are many cultural activities, such as guided visits, plays, expositions, conferences, concerts, films, courses and workshops.

For those who want to take a souvenir, you may visit Enlightenment Market (Peru and Alsina), an interesting handcraft market. Subway Line E exit Estacion Bolivar.

Museum of the City of Buenos Aires

Museo de la Ciudad

Timetable: Monday to Friday 11am to 7pm; Sunday 3pm to 7pm

Its collection include from a button or a postcard to architecture pieces, furniture, tiles, fences, popular mates, and the various elements of everyday life of Porteños (people from the city). Subway Line E exit Estacion Bolivar

Casa Rosada

Visits to the Casa Rosada palace: Monday to Friday 4pm - Visits to the museum: Monday to Friday 11am to 2:30pm; Sunday 3pm to 4:30pm - Museum's Timetable: Monday to Friday: 10am to 6pm - Sunday: 2pm to 6pm.

Located in front of May Square, this is the Seat of the National Government. This pink color has nothing to do with a pro-gay tendency, but to the decision of former President Sarmiento, who in 1873 ordered to paint it that color symbolizing the union between two political parties, the Federal (represented by the red) and the Unitarian (represented by the white). Inside there is a museum where we find many articles belonging to the different presidents of Argentina. Subway Line A exit Estacion Plaza de Mayo would be a means of transportation from your Buenos Aires apartments rentals.