It is a city that hardly sleeps, with restaurants routinely serving until 2 or 3 am. There are no obvious slums and, unlike many US cities, the “downtown” areas are not decaying. In fact, they are the heart of the city, home to the best hotels, shops and restaurants. You'll spend much of your time downtown.
Soccer is a national passion; but, thanks to the British, polo is also first rate.
The city has many fine museums and a world-reknowned opera house. Shopping for fine leathers and furs can be fun and rewarding.
You can begin and end your stay in Buenos Aires. But why not see the rest of Argentina? The second largest country in South America, it covers an area of over one million square miles. If you can imagine South America resembling a lamb chop, Argentina and Chile share the bone.
No matter where you travel, take some simple precautions in order to avoid health problems, crime and other mishaps. Following are a few suggestions:
To avoid suspicion when passing through customs, always carry prescription medications in their original containers. Be sure to bring a few extra days worth of medication in case your return home is delayed.
Research the health risks of the areas you plan to visit and allow yourself time to update or get vaccinations and immunizations as necessary. You should also check on the availability of medical care.
Try to avoid tap water, ice cubes, local dairy products and raw or uncooked foods if you are traveling in rural areas or cities in lesser developed nations. Drink bottled water.
Carry a small medical kit with basic emergency supplies, including stomach remedies, band-aids, gauze, antiseptic, and neosporin or something similar for insect bites. If you have any allergies (insect bites, foods, etc.) or health conditions that require a special medication, include it in your medical kit. Check on the accessibility of medical assistance before you leave home.
Tours
Grand South America
From $19,427.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type Latin America Luxury Gold 2026 v1Set out on the grandest of South American tours as you discover Lima, the City of the Kings, explore the salt pans of the Sacred Valley and see the mysterious Machu Picchu up close,...
Classic South America
From $9,875.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type Latin America Luxury Gold 2025 v1See the sights of Santiago, enjoy wine tasting in Casablanca Valley and get up close with Eva Peron's famous balcony in Buenos Aires?all on this immersive tour of South America.
Patagonia
From $9,390.00 (USD)
Explore the mysterious region of Patagonia as Tauck takes you through the southern Andes mountains, one of the most beautiful places on Earth...
Grand South America
From $17,350.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type Latin America Luxury Gold 2025 v1Set out on the grandest of South American tours as you discover Lima, the City of the Kings, explore the salt pans of the Sacred Valley and see the mysterious Machu Picchu up close,...
Classic South America
From $11,050.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type Latin America Luxury Gold 2026 v1See the sights of Santiago, enjoy wine tasting in Casablanca Valley and get up close with Eva Peron's famous balcony in Buenos Aires?all on this immersive tour of South America.
Essence of South America
From $9,990.00 (USD)
From the eastern coast of Brazil by way of Patagonia and the Andes, through some of South America's most breathtaking scenery to the western coast of Chile, explore the essence of each destination with unique travel experiences you wouldn't have acce...
Grand South America
From $17,350.00 (USD)
Tour Type: Luxury GoldBrochure Type Latin America Luxury Gold 2025 v1Set out on the grandest of South American tours as you discover Lima, the City of the Kings, explore the salt pans of the Sacred Valley and see the mysterious Machu Picchu up close,...
Patagonia
From $8,990.00 (USD)
Explore the mysterious region of Patagonia as Tauck takes you through the southern Andes mountains, one of the most beautiful places on Earth… past stunning fjords, glaciers, turquoise lakes, jagged, dramatic mountains valleys populated by exo...
Argentina, Uruguay & Brazil Discovery - Small Group
From $7,529.00 (USD)
Tour Type: DiscoveryBrochure Type Latin America 2024 v2Treat yourself to the finer things in life as you sip Copacabana Beach cocktails in Rio, shop the Tango District antique markets in Buenos Aires and unwind at a spa hotel, overlooking the mists o...
2026: Cruising Patagonia with Buenos Aires, Bariloche & Santiago (1800)
From $6,119.00 (USD)
From the brilliant sights of Buenos Aires to the breathtaking heights of the Andes Mountains, this affordable tour of South America is packed with powerful experiences that stir the soul and ignite the imagination.
2026: Ultimate South America with Galapagos Cruise (1205)
From $7,579.00 (USD)
Discover some of South America's greatest cities-Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Lima, and Quito-and some of its most spectacular ruins and scenic areas on this South America tour.
GLOBUS 2025: South American Discovery with Santiago Stopover (SDQ2)
Rum and rumba. Ruins and rain forests. Rio and revelry. This carefree holiday to South America has just the R&R you crave.
Essential South America
From $3,899.00 (USD)
Experience the essence of two South American countries on a comprehensive journey from Santiago, Chile to Argentina's wine country and vibrant Buenos Aires.
GLOBUS 2025: South American Odyssey with Amazon & Peru (SGY)
From $9,459.00 (USD)
Quadruple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through four of the continent's most scintillating countries.
GLOBUS 2026: Independent Brazil, Argentina, & Peru (ISG1)
From $5,319.00 (USD)
When my baby smiles at me, I go to Rio?and Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires, Lima, and Cusco!
GLOBUS 2026: South American Odyssey with Easter Island (SGE2)
From $8,129.00 (USD)
Triple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through three of the continent's most scintillating countries.
GLOBUS 2025: South American Odyssey with Amazon & Easter Island (SGY2)
From $8,829.00 (USD)
Triple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through three of the continent's most scintillating countries.
2025: Ultimate South America with Brazil's Amazon & Arequipa & Colca Canyon (1209)
From $5,709.00 (USD)
Discover some of South America's greatest cities-Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Lima-and some of its most fascinating ruins and spectacular scenery on this South America tour.
GLOBUS 2025: South America Getaway with Amazon, Santiago & Easter Island (SBY2)
From $6,759.00 (USD)
Want to learn the scintillating samba-or the tantalizing tango? Sip sweet caipirinhas-or dry Argentine wines? Sunbathe on famous beaches-or soak in the beauty of neoclassical architecture?
Patagonia: Edge of the World
From $8,399.00 (USD)
Take a step into a world of pure nature in Patagonia, where crystal-clear waters meet mountainside glaciers. Feel the Latin-infused rhythms of Buenos Aires. Gaze upon awe-inspiring mountains, valleys and grasslands at Torres del Paine National Park.
2025: Brazil, Argentina & Chile Unveiled with Peru (1105)
From $3,989.00 (USD)
On this South America tour, experience some of South America's most exciting cities, gorgeous natural wonders, and famous historic sites.
Wonders of Patagonia
From $7,150.00 (USD)
Tour Type: DiscoveryBrochure Type Latin America 2025 v1Travel to the ends of the earth, from the flamboyant capital of Buenos Aires to the land of giants, roaming solitary steppes, the rugged Andes, and glacial lakes.
GLOBUS 2025: Brazil & Argentina Escape with Santiago (K4E)
From $2,219.00 (USD)
Leave real life behind in Rio where the samba plays, and days turn into Tango nights with an escape to Brazil and Argentina.
2026: Brazil, Argentina & Chile Unveiled with Brazil's Amazon (1102)
From $3,819.00 (USD)
This South America tour features three of the continent's most exciting cities-Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Santiago-along with Iguassu Falls and Brazil's Amazon.
GLOBUS 2025: South American Odyssey with Easter Island (SGE2)
From $7,439.00 (USD)
Triple the sights, sounds, and sizzle on this South American vacation through three of the continent's most scintillating countries.
South America Discovery with Puno and Lake Titicaca Optional Extension
From $5,517.00 (USD)
Tour Type: PanoramaBrochure Type Americas Costsaver 2026 v1Starting in the ?Cidade Maravilhosa', experience the sheer force of nature at Iguassu Falls before country hopping to Argentina for big steaks, fiery tango and a slice of gaucho living.
GLOBUS 2025: South American Discovery with Brazil's Amazon & Galapagos Cruise (SDY)
From $10,689.00 (USD)
Rum and rumba. Ruins and rainforests. Rio and revelry. This carefree vacation to South America has just the R&R you crave.
GLOBUS 2026: South American Discovery with Brazil's Amazon & Galapagos Cruise (SDY)
From $11,639.00 (USD)
Rum and rumba. Ruins and rainforests. Rio and revelry. This carefree vacation to South America has just the R&R you crave.
Impressions of South America
From $4,150.00 (USD)
Tour Type: At LeisureBrochure Type Latin America 2025 v1From the vibrant shores of Copacabana to the thundering Iguassu Falls, South America waits!
GLOBUS 2026: Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World with Easter Island (SFQ)
From $9,979.00 (USD)
Whereas most fairy tales conclude with 'The End,' that is exactly where this one begins.
