La Boca
La Boca
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Known as the birthplace of the tango, this one-time shipyard has a famous walkway, the Caminito, where tango dancers perform and artists exhibit their work.
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Neighbourhood: La Boca
A neighbourhood defined by its immigrant roots, La Boca still maintains this past alive in its streets today. Due to its proximity to the river, the neighbourhood became the preferred settling area for immigrants of a wide variety of origins, who ended up living together in the conventillos. Thus, these houses became a melting pot of different cultures and traditions that birthed creations like tango and lunfardo. Nowadays, this legacy can be seen and felt on Caminito Street, which welcomes visitors with colourful facades, cobblestones, and street artists showcasing their skills. Just like its neighbor San Telmo, La Boca is one of the prime destinations to experience the traditions and customs that originated from the city’s immigrant past and which have shaped its distinct identity.
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Dcrow1970
Dallas, TX122 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
The beauty and splendor of all the colors and buildings. The art sprinkled every was great. The area had many things they charge you 500 pesos to 1000. Really not worth it. Things seemed really over priced.i noticed a refrigerator magnet same quality 7000 pesos at many store 5000 at ones off beaten path. Tango dancers perform on stages also here.
Written 13 August 2024
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SnowyShasta
Portland, OR2,601 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
La Boca is a neighborhood around the mouth of a small river which enters Rio de la Plata (boca = mouth). The neighborhood itself is generally used to also refer to El Caminito, which is a small street/area within it. We visited mainly El Caminito as part of a city bike tour, although we also stopped for a short time at La Bombanero, the football / soccer stadium for the local team. The places we stopped are quite touristy, and I believe otherwise the area isn't all that safe, especially at night. We enjoyed our stops and the colors on both the stadium and in El Caminito, but I don't think we would have otherwise made a special trip to see them.
Written 5 April 2024
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Susan K
New York City, NY1,290 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
Our organized trip dropped us off but we took time to explore on our own and speak to the locals. As you wonder the streets, you might be lucky enough to catch some tango dancers or street musicians. We enjoyed wondering a bit on the streets less traveled and also focusing on artists that were out of the mainstream but whose work represented this community. We are excited to hang the picture we purchased here as it is a reminder of our wonderful visit. Remember to look up as there is much to see on the balconies.
Written 31 October 2024
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Marty Bielicki
Stuart, FL16,118 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
It is a good 30 minutes or more from downtown Buenos Aires to the famous iconic neighborhood known as La Boca. We highly recommend taking UBER as you know the cost of the ride before you take it. We heard from a fellow tourist who paid a taxi driver $40. We paid $15. Another way to arrive is by the Hop-on-hop off bus. Uber is indeed faster and cheapter.
A common drop-off point is in front of Caminito Street near the Matanza River. You will notice right away that most everything is “Blue and yellow” in color. Their famous La Boca soccer team, “Boca Juniors,” wears these colors that actually came from observing a Swedish ship’s flag coming into the harbor at the beginning of the 20th century.
The nearly 50,000 seat soccer stadium La Bombonera is worth a visit located not far from Caminito. Getting tickets to see a match, though, may be tough as many of their games are sold out. The Boca Juniors is one of two major soccer team is Buenos Aires and Argentina.
You will also see larger than life manikins in the upper storied windows. The numerous colors on all the buildings make the area into a vibrant display. Touristy shops, street art and cafés dominate the area. You may even see some tango dancers from various restaurants. We observed two Malambo dancers.
La Boca was the entry point for millions of immigrants from the mid-1800’s. For many years it was known as the working-class district. Starting from the mid-20th century, the area eventually became known for its art and colorful displays.
On our first trip we arrived on a rainy Sunday morning. We decided to come back the following day. Sunshine and crowds greeted us. We realized as we walked from street to street why La Boca is much loved and visited by many.
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A common drop-off point is in front of Caminito Street near the Matanza River. You will notice right away that most everything is “Blue and yellow” in color. Their famous La Boca soccer team, “Boca Juniors,” wears these colors that actually came from observing a Swedish ship’s flag coming into the harbor at the beginning of the 20th century.
The nearly 50,000 seat soccer stadium La Bombonera is worth a visit located not far from Caminito. Getting tickets to see a match, though, may be tough as many of their games are sold out. The Boca Juniors is one of two major soccer team is Buenos Aires and Argentina.
You will also see larger than life manikins in the upper storied windows. The numerous colors on all the buildings make the area into a vibrant display. Touristy shops, street art and cafés dominate the area. You may even see some tango dancers from various restaurants. We observed two Malambo dancers.
La Boca was the entry point for millions of immigrants from the mid-1800’s. For many years it was known as the working-class district. Starting from the mid-20th century, the area eventually became known for its art and colorful displays.
On our first trip we arrived on a rainy Sunday morning. We decided to come back the following day. Sunshine and crowds greeted us. We realized as we walked from street to street why La Boca is much loved and visited by many.
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Written 18 February 2025
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JenniferKChicago
Chicago, IL171 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
We found a guide from Airbnb experience (Paola) and definitely recommend as the area is not safe and we were told by multiple people only to go to Caminito because everywhere else in La Boca was too dangerous. We felt very safe with her and learned sooo much about the area. It was amazing. Learned about art, murals and visited a conventina and learned about Boca Jrs
Written 28 September 2024
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luiscarenasc
Bogota, Colombia20 contributions
Oct 2024 • Friends
Unfailing fate. Extremely different from the rest of the tourist places, but very full of life, colors and key stories for anyone who wants to know more about Buenos Aires. Our Guide was Hernan and I can highly recommend him, he knows the place and Top-rated sites and answered all the questions. Recommended.
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Written 18 October 2024
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TravellerOxford
Oxfordshire, UK940 contributions
Jan 2025 • Couples
Fascinating place with lots going on from colourful facades, character eating places and shops, a bit of tango, artists, and so much to look at. And yes, it is busy especially late morning when the huge buses roll in - but remember, we are all tourists and you need to focus on what a fascinating place it is rather than how crowded it gets. Still plenty of room for all, and perhaps slightly less busy in the afternoon.
The place has an interesting history and lots of murals/statues, so enjoy it all…
The place has an interesting history and lots of murals/statues, so enjoy it all…
Written 18 January 2025
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Go hard and then go Home
Melbourne, Australia392 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
We were on the BuenosAires free walking tour with the guide Vito.
Vito was an engaging and theatrical guide with colourful stories about BOCA history and current events delivered in exceptional English.
BOCA area has a distinct vibe with bbq restaurants, tango dancing, music and BOCA football ground .
More enjoyable than Palmero.
Vito was an engaging and theatrical guide with colourful stories about BOCA history and current events delivered in exceptional English.
BOCA area has a distinct vibe with bbq restaurants, tango dancing, music and BOCA football ground .
More enjoyable than Palmero.
Written 25 June 2024
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Christopher T
North Yorkshire, UK298 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
The area is just a few street and easily walkable with many bars, shops and market stalls. The area is full of life, vibrant and most importantly you feel safe. It's full of tourists, but not overwhelmingly so you can move about and get served in shops/restaurants. Loads of market stalls selling original oil paintings, but remember to barter! The street and shop vendors favour doing business in US$ bills, so worth taking small denominations for any purchases
Written 13 January 2025
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betteskid
Boston, MA1,353 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
We visited La Boca while we were in Buenos Aires. The Boca Juniors, a pro soccer team (soccer is big of course in Argentina) play in this area. The neighborhood has many shops with soccer memorabilia and other souvenirs and there are many restaurants. Murals and statues are common and many rendering of Eva and Juan Perón and Maradona can be seen on the buildings. It is definitely an area worth visiting while in Buenos Aires.
Written 26 January 2025
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¿Cuáles son las medidas de seguridad y recomendaciones para los visitantes?
Written 29 November 2023
Hola!! Alguien podría indicarme si el 25 de diciembre abren con normalidad los locales en caminito?
Written 29 November 2021
Indicação de um bom local pra comprar lembranças e que aceitem cartão de crédito?
Written 27 February 2021
hello, does anyone know how old you have to be to hangout at La Boca? like an age range 21+? or 18+? please help me.
Written 4 November 2019
We saw loads of children around the area, especially the stadium area. I did not see children in licensed premises.
Written 6 November 2019
Buenos dias!
Quisiera saber que dia es mejor para ir a la Boca, si un sabado o un domingo... ¿Los domingos esta abierto los locales etc? Gracias
Written 3 October 2018
Recomiendo la visita un día sábado, dado que se reduce el riesgo de haber fútbol en el estadio de Boca Juniors. Estos eventos, provocan atascos propios de los días de partidos.
Los locales son de orientación turísticos y por lo tanto están todos abiertos. Mis saludos !
Written 3 October 2018
Hola, quería averiguar qué tan seguro es caminar por la Boca en día de partido. Tengo pensado ir un domingo que hay partido en La Bombonera, ¿Se puede pasear tranquilo por Caminito? ¿Es más inseguro?
Written 22 July 2018
Sorry, I speak English, German and French! Non espanol! :(
Written 29 July 2018
Hola, quisiera saber si el puerto de la boca, queda cerca de la calle caminitos y si es posible pasera por el puerto, qué hay de interesante en él. Gracias
Written 10 April 2018
Frente a Caminito esta el antiguo puerto de BsAs, o Riachuelo como lo llaman allí. Solo ingresan embarcaciones pequeñas y de turismo, en algún momento estuvo un casino flotante anclado
El puerto actual esta mas al Norte y es zona de acceso restringido, el terminal de Crucero esta por el Puerto nuevo
En zona cercana esta Puerto Madero, en la denominada Darsena Sur donde hay muy buenos restaurantes de carnes, pastas, entre otros y tiendas comerciales de calidad
Written 11 April 2018
Boa tarde!
Como faço para ir de Onibus ao La Bombonera??
Estarei no centro, proximo ao Obelisco.
Written 28 October 2017
Se estiver hospedado no Bairro Recoleta, vc tem duas opções: linha 64 e 152. Ambas deixarão vc em frente ao tal Caminito.
Written 1 December 2018
cualquier opción, podrías hacer Sabado La Boca y domingo Recoleta y/o San Telmo!
Written 12 July 2017
We planning to get a cab from our Palermo to La Boca. As I have 2 elderly with me, I want to make sure it is safe.
1) Is it easy to get a taxi from La Boca to our next destinatio in San Telmo? Where will be the best place to get a cab in this area?
2) Is it safe to walk from Caminito to Boca Juniors Stadium along the Dr de Valle Iberlucea?
3) Where is the safe zones in La Boca?
Written 3 April 2017
La Boca is ok during day time and there is a taxi stand near by. Stay where the tourists are and just be careful. Enjoy.
Written 3 April 2017
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