For those with a sense of history, the Recoleta is home to a resplendent Catholic chapel, Basilica Del Pilar , however it is most known for the sprawling cemetery & the hundreds upon hundreds of crypts that are stark historical markers of the passing of Presidents, Military Generals, heroes of the revolution, Aristocrats & gentry of bygone eras.

The Recoleta also hosts the crypt of the Duarte family & ' Evita' the world famous wife of President Juan Peron, who was & still is idolized & celebrated by Argentinos, young & old.

Traditionally Buenos Aires is a city that begins to 'happen' late in the evening. Restaurants are empty at 10pm & buzzing by 11.30pm with many requiring reservations for late dining. For dining out, Belgrano & Palermo, the Recoleta & most certainly Puerto Madero all have some excellent cafes & restaurants ranging from the inexpensive right up to the finest of dining.

Dance, Tango & Jazz clubs don't get underway usually until 1.00am & stay open until 4.00am or latter depending on the area.   While Avenida Corrientes is considered to be one of the major focus areas for entertainment, it would be worthwhile your checking out Puerto Madero, the Recoleta & San Telmo districts which each have their own flavour & speciality.

For shopping, the three main areas are the pedestrian mall along Calle Florida & within the central city, Galeria Pacifico. Avenida Santa Fe which runs for multiple city blocks also caters for all tastes & the upper echelon of boutiques that are to be found in Barrio Norte (Av Alvear) are not to be passed over.

With a mind to the arts , Teatro Colon is rated as one of the worlds' finest Opera Houses & certainly to experience Opera here is an exquisite & elite night out.

Museums, the many libraries & art galleries, all are easily accessible being open to the public either free, or for a nominal entry charge. The National Art Gallery is rated as housing some of the finest of European works & equally, the National Library for as much the elegance of the edificio, was founded in 1810 & steeped in history.

Buenos Aires is laid out in a grid style of wide tree lined thoroughfares & small one way streets. The city is dominated by Avenida 9 de Julio & the towering ivory white Obelisco. Avenida 9 de Julio is the widest boulevard in any world city & is so named to remember the date that the Spaniards were repulsed & Independence was declared.

In addition, many plazas take their origins & names from historical dates & the military legends, the exploits of whom secured Argentine independence. Plaza de Mayo is surrounded by the financial district, Catholic cathedral & the Presidential Palace & is connected by Avenida 25 de Mayo to Plaza De Los Dos Congresos & the massive Congress building. Plaza San Martin is the site of most Military parades & takes its name from the General who, beginning in 1812, vanquished the Spanish not only from Argentina, but with the assistance of General O'Higgins across the Andes also from what is now Chile & Peru.

So whether it is simply wonder lust or a sense of history, of culture, the arts & entertainment, or perhaps even the romance of the Latin pulse that brings you to Buenos Aires it is a city that will captivate your heart, tantalize your senses & lure you back time & again.



Airport to Buenos Aires city - transfers

Buenos Aires city hotels are located 32kms or approximately 45 minutes by road from Aeropuerto Internacional, Ministro Pistarini (EZE) at 'Ezeiza' or 13kms & approximately 25 minutes from AeroParque Jorge Newbery, domestic airport. (AEP)

Remis transfers by private car with an English speaking driver are available to be pre-booked for any flight arrival or departure.

You will be met immediately outside the Customs Hall or the Security Area of your arrival airport by an English speaking driver who will have your name clearly written on a sign they will be displaying. They will provide 'welcome' information & assist with luggage & check-in as & if you require.

Remis transfers are assured, comfortable, secure & will pick up or drop off at city hotels & both airports providing a door to door service.

Prices are quoted based on minimum of two persons per vehicle.