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Things to do in San Nicolás, Buenos Aires

14 places in San Nicolás from 13 Buenos Aires travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

14 places

  1. Teatro Colón

    Landmark · San Nicolás

    Impressive opera house renowned for its acoustics; catching a show is recommended over just seeing the building.

  2. Avenida 9 de Julio

    Landmark · San Nicolás

    Avenue billed as the world's widest, running through the city centre.

  3. Obelisco de Buenos Aires

    Landmark · San Nicolás

    Iconic obelisk standing at the centre of Avenida 9 de Julio.

  4. Metropolitan Cathedral

    Temple · San Nicolás

    The city's main cathedral on Plaza de Mayo, housing the tomb of General José de San Martín, the hero of Argentine independence.

  5. Avenida Corrientes

    Shopping · San Nicolás

    Famous downtown avenue lined with theaters, bookshops and classic pizzerias, the heart of the city's nightlife and stage scene.

  6. Pizzería Güerrín

    Restaurant · San Nicolás

    A hugely popular pizzeria famous for its pizza by the slice and widely recommended to visitors.

  7. Teatro Piazzolla

    Activity · San Nicolás

    Historic theatre staging professional tango shows with live vocalists.

  8. Calle Florida

    Shopping · San Nicolás

    Car-free pedestrian shopping street in downtown Buenos Aires.

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6 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Plaza Lavalle

    Park · San Nicolás

    Large central plaza on which the Teatro Colón stands.

  2. Galería Güemes

    Bar · San Nicolás

    Historic shopping arcade on Calle Florida, with a rooftop bar on its upper level.

  3. Centro Cultural Kirchner

    Museum · San Nicolás

    Huge cultural center in the former central post office, with art exhibits on nearly all of its six or seven floors.

  4. Trade Sky Bar

    Bar · San Nicolás

    High-rise bar one block from the CCK, with one of the best views of the city.

  5. Buenos Aires City Bus

    Activity · San Nicolás

    Hop-on, hop-off tourist bus that links the city's main sights. Its open top deck gives views of the ornate historic buildings.

  6. Plaza de la República

    Landmark · San Nicolás

    Main square in the city centre and home of the Obelisco.