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 P13,537 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
P13,537
P13,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Love it"

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025

Hilton Buenos Aires
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Alvear Icon Hotel
5 out of 5
Aime Paine 1130, Buenos Aires
The price is P15,959 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
P15,959
P16,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 16 - Apr 17
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! (392 reviews)
I will come back
"Very good service. Kosher restaurant available."

Reviewed on Apr 6, 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 P31,860 per night from 7 May to 8 May
P31,860
P32,031 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
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! (427 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and nice!😊"

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025

Faena Hotel Buenos Aires
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P12,535 per night from 15 May to 16 May
P12,535
P12,707 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
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! (978 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

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Believe Madero Hotel
Believe Madero Hotel
4 out of 5
Chile 80, Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal
The price is P2,765 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
P2,765
P2,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
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! (201 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
Modern Apartments in Puerto Madero
Modern Apartments in Puerto Madero
4 out of 5
Aimé Painé 1655, Buenos Aires, CABA
The price is P7,085 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
P7,085
P8,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly condo in Buenos Aires. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
"I loved the area and being able to run the neighborhood and check out the ecological reserve. It was so peaceful and exactly what i needed for a relaxing vacation. The neighborhood was very safe. Thank you to my helpful host. Very friendly staff."

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

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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
Buenos Aires featuring art

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 Lavalle Street. See more of Buenos Aires by jumping on the metro at Florida Station or Lavalle Station.

Microcentro
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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