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Calle Defensa, Buenos Aires

4.3
#3 of 561 in Historic Sites in Argentina
Historic Walking Area · Neighborhood
Stroll through the bustling cobblestone streets of Calle Defensa, the oldest barrio in Buenos Aires. The neighborhood's colonial buildings house many cafes, tango parlors, and antique shops. Admire the old churches that pepper the barrio, wander around a museum, or stop by the semi-permanent antiques market. Street performers provide entertainment on every corner. In recent years, many art galleries and centers have cropped up here, turning it into a haven for contemporary art lovers. A wide selection of bars and restaurants round off the area's attractions. A visit to Calle Defensa represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Buenos Aires online attractions planner to plot your vacation.
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  • By RoxLima
    And also the San Telmo's market! Nice stroll around. I have to recognize that I liked San Telmo now more than before!  more »
  • By rachnmike2014
    Stopped here for a coffee and enjoyed the nice quiet atmosphere and good service. We only had coffee and it was good !  more »
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