Buenos Aires at night

Buenos Aires has dinner late and leaves even later. These are the plans that are enjoyed at night, from the illuminated Obelisk to a function at the Colón.

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5 plans for the night

With map to get there. Confirm schedules on each site's website before going.

Obelisk and 9 de Julio Avenue, in San NicolásSaint Nicholas

Obelisk and 9 de Julio Avenue

The symbol of the city, built in 1936 at the intersection with Corrientes. It is best seen at night, illuminated.

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Teatro Colón, in San NicolásSaint Nicholas

Teatro Colón

One of the great opera houses in the world, famous for its acoustics. There are guided tours of the building and performances almost all year round.

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Corrientes Avenue, in San NicolásSaint Nicholas

Corrientes Avenue

The street that never sleeps: theaters, discount bookstores and classic pizza restaurants with pizza.

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Generic Floralis, in RecoletaRecoleta

Generic Floralis

The giant steel flower by Eduardo Catalano in the United Nations Plaza. It was designed to open during the day and close at night.

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Puerto Madero and Women's Bridge, in Puerto MaderoPuerto Madero

Puerto Madero and Women's Bridge

Old brick docks converted into a waterfront promenade. The rotating bridge is the work of Santiago Calatrava.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where to see tango in Buenos Aires at night?

Café Tortoni has tango shows at night, and Caminito has street dancing during the day.

What time is dinner in Buenos Aires?

Afternoon: Many restaurants fill up after nine at night, and even more so on weekends.

Reviewed 10/31/2026. Hours, prices and tickets change: confirm them at the source before you go. Do you see something wrong? Let us know

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