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10 Things to Do: Buenos Aires

By Sarah Bons

Here's how to make the most of a stay in Argentina's bustling capital.

Argentina’s capital, synonymous with steak and tango, has been a tourist hotspot for more than a decade. But there is another city just off the beaten path  —  and it’s the combination of Buenos Aires’ thriving art scene, legendary nightlife, and friendly locals that keeps visitors coming back. 

1. Sip on reds and whites. Visit local wine bar La Cava Jufré in the Villa Crespo neighborhood and join porteños for a glass (or two). Be sure to try Bonarda and Torrontés, lesser-known varietals that do well in Argentina’s unique terroir (glass,...

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