Puerto Madero

Buenos Aires

Puerto Madero
Puerto Madero featuring a sunset as well as a large group of people
Puerto Madero featuring a skyscraper, modern architecture and night scenes
Puerto Madero featuring a city, a bridge and modern architecture
Puerto Madero showing a bridge, modern architecture and a river or creek
Museums and art galleries, a riverboat casino and a lively nightlife await at Buenos Aires’ sparkling waterfront neighborhood.

Puerto Madero is Buenos Aires’ thriving redeveloped port area. Although it lay abandoned for almost a century, a major redevelopment in the 1990s gave it a new purpose. Today, wide tree-lined walkways follow the waterfront, offering views of luxury apartments, refurbished redbrick warehouses and yachts bobbing in the river.

Start your visit at Dock Four, the northernmost dock. It is home to fine dining restaurants and upscale bars and cafés. If you are on a budget, bring a picnic and eat your lunch along the waterfront or in the nearby urban park called Parque Micaela Bastidas.

Step aboard the ARA Uruguay, the oldest naval ship in the country, to see an example of a captain’s cabin and shipwreck artifacts. Go to the Fortabat Art Collection to see work by Argentine and international artists, including Andy Warhol and Salvador Dalí.

Stroll to Dock Three to see the Puente de la Mujer (Women’s Bridge). The structure depicts a couple dancing the tango and was designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. Visit the Fragata Sarmiento, another navy ship that has been converted into a floating museum. 

Rows of renovated warehouses characterize the two southern docks, which are home to a university campus, restaurants, hotels, a casino on a Mississippi-style riverboat and a cinema complex.

Take a walk around the Ecological Reserve. It spreads from the eastern side of Puerto Madero to the banks of the Rio de la Plata. Follow the trails that lead around its four lagoons and see if you can spot the birds, butterflies and reptiles that live here. The area is free to enter and is popular with joggers and cyclists as well as local families. Try a traditional choripan (chorizo sandwich) from the food stands located on the road outside the reserve.

Divided into four docks and with minimal car traffic, compact Puerto Madero is best explored on foot or by bike. It’s within easy walking distance from the Plaza de Mayo, the city's main square, which is located to the west of the port.


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Top hotels in Puerto Madero

Hilton Buenos Aires
Hilton Buenos Aires
4.5 out of 5
Av Macacha Guemes 351, Buenos Aires
The price is P13,940 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
P13,940
P14,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Great hotel for 1st time visitors
"Very nice hotel especially if you want to get a little further away from the busy city. It’s around a 20 minute walk to the center of Florida street or any shops you like need. There is a few nice restaurants right out the hotel that are less than 5 minutes away. Highly recommend this location for ..."

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Hilton Buenos Aires
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Alvear Icon Hotel
5 out of 5
Aime Paine 1130, Buenos Aires
The price is P16,033 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
P16,033
P16,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (387 reviews)
"Me gustó mucho el hotel volveremos"

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

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Hotel Madero Buenos Aires
Hotel Madero Buenos Aires
4.5 out of 5
Rosario Vera Peñaloza 360 – Dique 2, Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal
The price is P13,147 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
P13,147
P13,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were amazing. Everyone. Concierge by Sebastian was on-point everytime. Great food (the best steak of my life), local destinations and getting around the city recommendations. The whole team made the week special. Thank you Hotel Madero. We will be back!!!"

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2025

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Faena Hotel Buenos Aires
Faena Hotel Buenos Aires
5 out of 5
Martha Salotti 445, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal
The price is P21,953 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
P21,953
P22,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (426 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and nice!😊"

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025

Faena Hotel Buenos Aires
Believe Madero Hotel
Believe Madero Hotel
4 out of 5
Chile 80, Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal
The price is P2,528 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
P2,528
P2,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Obelisco and Plaza de Mayo are ...
7.6/10 Good! (200 reviews)
Good hotel for the price!
"This was a great hotel for the price. Only needed to rest and take a shower before my late night flight. The front desk was very helpful and even helped charged my cell phone! The room was clean and spacious. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025

Believe Madero Hotel
Pleno Madero
Pleno Madero
3.5 out of 5
Azopardo 419, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,029 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
P6,029
P6,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (226 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast."

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025

Pleno Madero
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Other neighbourhoods around Puerto Madero

San Telmo which includes street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

San Telmo

San Telmo is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Telmo Antiques Fair and Plaza Dorrego while in the area.

San Telmo
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Comuna 1

While you're in Comuna 1, take in top sights like Obelisco or Casa Rosada, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Cathedral Station or Catedral Station.

Comuna 1
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Buenos Aires Central Business District

If you're spending time in Buenos Aires Central Business District, check out sights like Obelisco or Luna Park Stadium and hop on the metro to see more the city at Correo Central Station or Leandro N Alem Station.

Buenos Aires Central Business District
Casa Rosada showing heritage elements, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Microcentro

Microcentro is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Florida Street and Gran Rex Theatre. See more of Buenos Aires by jumping on the metro at Florida Station or Lavalle Station.

Microcentro
Argentina which includes a city

Monserrat

Architecture, cafes, and shopping highlight some notable features of Monserrat. Make a stop by Barolo Palace or 9 de Julio Avenue while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Moreno Station or Lima Station to get around town.

Monserrat
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San Nicolás

If you're spending time in San Nicolás, check out sights like Obelisco or Gran Rex Theatre and hop on the metro to see more the city at July 9 Station or Diagonal Norte Station.

San Nicolás

Puerto Madero