Plaza Dorrego
Plaza Dorrego
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
A lively fair with performers and street vendors takes place every Sunday at the second oldest square in the city.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighbourhood: San Telmo
Characterized by cobblestones and narrow streets, San Telmo is defined by the tango, the dance that made Buenos Aires world-famous. Tango is a fusion of many different cultures: a true child of immigration, much like the city itself. Nowadays, it comes alive after dark in the milongas (dance parties) attended by both locals and visitors alike, who dance until the wee hours of the morning. During the day, the antique shops and classic cafés and bars around Plaza Dorrego dominate the scene. The emblematic Bar Plaza Dorrego, with its green awnings, checkered tile floors, and wooden interiors, takes you back in time the moment you step inside. For true porteño traditions, San Telmo is the place to be.
How to get there
- San Juan • 10 min walk
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- ClevlanderSpringfield, Illinois5,660 contributionsVisit the flea market on a SundayThis is a great place to visit on a Sunday when all the streets are closed and the local flea market takes over the area. You can find all sorts of items and antiques and virtually everything you’re heart desires. It is lively, packed with people and don’t forget to bargain anything you buy. There’s usually also some local tango dancers that dance in the plaza. On a weekday is usually calm and it’s a nice place to come for lunch or a drink sitting outside, particularly the Summer monthsVisited November 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 5 November 2023
- Claire SRoatan, Honduras37 contributionsTango day and night!We stayed at the kitty corner to this plaza. It was beautiful! Loved watching the tango dancers from our balcony across the street. They also have a street fair starting on Thursday afternoons. The big market closes the entire street down on Sundays. Tons of stuff from antiques to local artisans.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 12 December 2023
- sarrangEdinburgh, United Kingdom161 contributionsNice and inexpensive place to see world go by!On Saturday we had a drink and watched some tango dancing, then a group of aged hippies playing in a band. There were stalls around the perimeter. Prices were fair, no rip off tourist charges. Why pay a fortune for a tango show when it’s free to watch here! Rather be here than La Boca.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 20 April 2024
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sarrang
Edinburgh, UK161 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
On Saturday we had a drink and watched some tango dancing, then a group of aged hippies playing in a band. There were stalls around the perimeter. Prices were fair, no rip off tourist charges. Why pay a fortune for a tango show when it’s free to watch here! Rather be here than La Boca.
Written 20 April 2024
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OscarAbella
Villa Ramallo, Argentina1,402 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Plaza Dorrego, located in the charming San Telmo neighborhood, is a true cultural and bohemian epicenter of Buenos Aires. This historic space is famous for its vibrant antiques fair held every Sunday, where locals and tourists can explore a wide variety of vintage objects and crafts. Additionally, the plaza is known for its exciting outdoor tango shows, which capture the passion and spirit of this iconic Argentine dance. With its cobblestone streets and nostalgic atmosphere, Plaza Dorrego is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the city's rich cultural heritage and enjoy an authentic and memorable experience.
Written 18 June 2024
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Greg F
Auckland Central, New Zealand1,167 contributions
Feb 2020
The perfect place to catch your breath. IT was a really hot day in Buenos Aires in early Feba s we made our way from La Boca to Plaza de Mayo. Around half way is Plaza Dorrego in the San Telmo Barrio. A Beautiful square surrounded by restaurants and bars and live Tango under the shaded trees.
Written 4 April 2020
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viviana s
Buenos Aires, Argentina838 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Nice walk through the fair. I have seen very original things, also very expensive things that are not worth it. Go through everything first and then decide.
I went with a foreign friend who wanted to go at all costs because it was recommended in his guide. He was satisfied with the ride
I went with a foreign friend who wanted to go at all costs because it was recommended in his guide. He was satisfied with the ride
Written 16 March 2024
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Ben F
Bloomington, IN1,821 contributions
Mar 2022
When I visited Plaza Dorrego, it was on a bright, lively Saturday (or Sunday? I forget), and the weekly arts/crafts fair was ongoing. What a pleasant surprise to see! I was only trying to arrive at my hotel, but I ended up spending time wandering the plaza and enjoying the vendors. I could tell this public area is a gem for the neighborhood community, both during the festivities and during the workweek.
Its proximity to the San Telmo Market means there should be little excuse for travelers to check this plaza out. It’s safe, clean, and cozy!
Its proximity to the San Telmo Market means there should be little excuse for travelers to check this plaza out. It’s safe, clean, and cozy!
Written 21 June 2022
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Claire S
Roatan, Honduras37 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
We stayed at the kitty corner to this plaza. It was beautiful! Loved watching the tango dancers from our balcony across the street. They also have a street fair starting on Thursday afternoons. The big market closes the entire street down on Sundays. Tons of stuff from antiques to local artisans.
Written 12 December 2023
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angelface52786
Miami197 contributions
I wrote another review for San Telmo...This is the plaza where the outdoor antique fair takes place every Sunday...Wonderful place!!
Written 26 November 2007
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LazyDays4Us
Noosa, Australia317 contributions
Feb 2020
Lovely neighbourhood to stroll around. Interesting homes (El Zanjon de Granados is closeby). The plaza has a real relaxed, unrushed bohemian feel about it. Some stalls. Plenty of cafes to choose from, tango dancing in the square. It was a great place to just chill after a hectic day exploring. Put it on your visit list.
Written 11 March 2020
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bobbi649
Stamford, CT56 contributions
Feb 2014 • Couples
This is a place where the sum is greater than its parts. There is no grand site here. The Bar Dorrego is quintessential old Buenos Aires; you can wander in and out of antique-boutique-craft/tee shirt stores; you can stop into the San Telmo Market for a look at an everyday real shopping experience; and you can look at the two story faded buildings, balconies and side cobblestone streets; but the best thing is to sit and have a leisurely lunch or snack on the Plaza and watch the tango dancers and the world go by. And do this during the week, not the weekend!
Written 3 April 2014
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penandpalate
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico195 contributions
Plaza Dorrego is the heart of the reviving San Telmo barrio. Interesting architecture and a great food market - the Mercado de San Telmo - make it worth walking around. But the restaurants are mediocre, the once famous Feria de San Telmo is a shabby ghost of its former self - tourist junk made in China - but the antique stores are fascinating. Do not expect bargains. The quality of the antiques are terrific and the prices equal to New York. Shipping is expensive and very difficult unless the shop itself takes care of all the legal paper work for export. San Telmo is one of only a few areas in Buenos Aires where walking at night can still be risky. I give the area a qualified recommendation.
Written 9 December 2009
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Gostaria de saber se vale a pena visitar de segunda a quinta? Ou somente aos fds?
Written 20 October 2019
Oi Alessandra, vale a pena sim. Fomos numa terça-feira, e estava relativamente tranquila, então não precisava esperar muito pra ser atendido. Em compensação, não havia artistas de rua dançando ou fazendo algum outro tipo de apresentação, e também não tinha camelôs. Acredito que essas coisas só "rolam" nos finais de semana.
Written 24 February 2020
Hi Jerry, did you how late the activities are at Plaza Dorrego on Sundays?
Written 8 September 2019
Hi Michael, we were at Plaza Dorrego enjoying live tango show mid to late afternoon - the bars around the plaza are open late.
Written 9 September 2019
Hola, sigue en obras o ya terminaron? No pude encontrar info sobre eso y es lo que se ve en las fotos del google street view. Gracias.
Written 3 July 2017
Se puede transitar, hay obras en parte pero no molesta para caminar
Written 12 July 2017
Take D Southeast to Catedral 13 min (9 stops)
Then I would walk South along the West edge of Plaza de Mayo
Then walk East on the South edge of Plaza de Mayo to Defenza
Then walk South on Defenza to the Plaza Dorengo about 10 blocks
You will pass the Museo Franciscano, Basilica de San Francisco, Convento de San Francisco, Museo Nacional de Grabado, and the Iglesia y Convento de Santo Domingo - which you could visit along the way, and sit and rest while enjoying the art and architecture
Written 24 January 2017
Will the market be open on Sunday, 1 Jan 2017?
Written 3 November 2016
I suggest that you contact Dorrego Cafe, Defensa 1098,
Ask to make a reservation, and ask them about the market on New Years Day.
or some other bar on the Plaza Dorrego
A G map of the Plaza Dorrego will show the bars
Written 4 November 2016
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