Having performed in Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Evita, I always felt I had a special connection with Buenos Aires. I particularly enjoyed visiting memorials and museums to celebrate her life. Evita's tomb is in the La Recoleta Cemetery, and it is unlike any British cemetery. Each tomb is a beautifully carved stone building and would accommodate a whole family.
The Casa Rosada, [Pink House] is the official workplace of the president of Argentina located in the Plaza del Mayo. I would've loved to spend more time in the Plaza del Mayo, however there was a protest regarding the Falkland Islands! I therefore decided to move onto the Sunday market...At the markets everything was available, from antique maps and Evita memorabilia to everyday essentials such as nail polish and cleaning products -vendors were open to bargaining! I bought an original painting of Evita, along with some historic collectors newspapers.
My favourite cafe in Buenos Aires is Guido's Bar. It is covered in memorabilia from the owners life and travels- the atmosphere is very homely and the coffee is excellent!
One district of Buenos Aires perfect for shopping is Palermo. It is a very trendy area of town with a range of shops- from unique to chain. This area is easily accessible by tube.
My favourite part of Argentinian culture is Tango dance and music. A local guide took me to a Milonga, (in a slightly seedy part of town...) where locals go to dance and enjoy the music. The building was an old wear house, and the rooms itself was beautifully decorated. Definitely an experience to have whilst in Buenos Aires.
I stayed in Buenos Aires on two different occasions, as it was the arrival and departure city of my tip. I began in the Alvear Art Hotel, and finished in the Alvear Palace Hotel. Both hotels are luxurious and well kept, but very different in style (and price!) The Art hotel is modern, and the more expensive Palace hotel has classical beauty and architecture. I would recommend them both!
Safe travels <3
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