If you have a U.S. or European passport and are staying in Buenos Aires for 90 days or less, you do not need a visa. Click here to double-check on visa requirements for your country.

Ministro Pistarini (Ezeiza) International Airport (EZE) is the main and busiest international airport in the city. It takes 45 minutes to 2 hours to reach city center.

Bus (Colectivo): Cheapest, Least Comfortable

• Takes about 2 hours to reach city center.
• It cost $0.30 USD to ride.
• We recommend you take the 8 bus because the other buses will not leave you in a safe area.
• You may or may not have a seat on the bus.  

Private Shuttles: Best Option

• Minibus Ezeiza (San Telmo- Defensa 417): Runs Monday-Friday 8am-6pm, for USD $4-8 USD. The shuttle leaves every 30 minutes.
• Aerobus Ezeiza (San Telmo- Av. Belgrano 254): Runs Monday Friday 8am-6:30pm, for USD $4-8. This shuttle also leaves every 30 minutes.
• Manuel Tienda León (Tienda León’s terminal Retiro Eduardo Madero 1299): Runs 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, cost USD $8-10 and the shuttle comes every 30 minutes.

Taxi (Remís): Most Comfortable

• Prices range from $30-40 to reach city center.
• Takes 45 minutes-1.5 hours to reach city center.
• You can request the taxi prior to arrival or when you arrival at terminal.

Jorge Newbery Airport (AFP) is the second busiest airport in Buenos Aires for domestic flights. 15-30 minute rides to the city center. 

Bus (Colectivo): Most Convenient

• Lines that pass through the airport are: 33, 37, 45, and 160.
• Use the App ComoLlego to figure out which bus to take.
• Can be crowded.

Private Shuttle: Last Resort

• Manuel Tiendo Leon: leaves the airport every hour.

Taxi (Remís): Best Option

• USD $5-12 to ride.
• Takes 15-30 minutes to get to your destination.

This is the only city in Argentina with a metro system: Buenos Aires Underground Subte, which only has 6 lines therefore it is fairly easy to learn and navigate when switching lines. There are no longer any paper tickets for the Sube. In order to use the Subte you will need a Sube Smart Card (which can be used for buses and trains as well as around the city) or a Sube E-card. A smart card can be purchased at the city’s tourist centers, stores or kiosks. These cards are always rechargeable, it can be done at any ticket office.

Just like any other popular destination, female solo travelers need to practice general precaution. It is generally considered safe, however, there is frequent petty theft, so be especially vigilant with your personal belongings in public places; beware of thieves on mopeds and bicycles. 

The best time to visit Buenos Aires is March to June and September to November, when the temperature isn’t too hot or cold. 60°F is the average temperature in July, and 85°F is the average in January. 

Spanish is the official language of Argentina but there is a large population that speak Italian and Levantine Arabic.  

Here’s a few basic words and phrases:

Hello: Hola

Thank you: Gracias

You’re welcome: De nada

Excuse me: Perdóneme

I’m sorry: Lo siento

Please: Por favor

Good morning: Buenos días

Goodnight: Buenas noches

My name is…: Me llamo…

Check, please: La cuenta por favor

I don’t understand: No entiendo

Do you speak English?: ¿Hablas inglés?

Where is…?: ¿Dónde está…?

Call the police: Llama la policía

Stray away from conversations about politics, religion, or any sensitive topics that can offend Argentinians. Do not drink alcohol in public areas, you may see adolescents doing so but it is not a respectable thing for adults. Do not take their jokes offensively, Argentinians, culturally, make jokes that have to do with your appearance. A kiss on the cheek is how Argentinians greet one another, even strangers. Here, punctuality is not a big part of its culture. 

The official currency is the Argentine Peso (ARS). 

Tipping! Tipping is not customary but is always appreciated. It’s common to leave a 10% tip for great service. 

Buenos Aires uses plug type C, which has two earth clips on the side and two prongs, although type I can also be used. Your converter should look like this:

It’s safe to drink tap water. 

There is free Wi-Fi in most public spaces and establishments. SIM cards are recommended for longer stays.

Ride-sharing apps such as Uber, Cabify, and Easy Taxi can be used across the country. Taxis can be hailed from nearly every street corner.

Argentina is one of the more progressive countries when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights. Argentina was the first country in South America to legalize same-sex marriage in 2010 but even in 1887, same sex relations were allowed.