Buenos Aires, Argentina Port Reviews

Nice city, glad we spent an extra couple days there pre-cruise

No ship excursion, but visited for 7+ days before and after cruise. 3 days is probably enough to see the sights of BA

Eat local steak!

We were late getting through the unloading, etc process through no fault of our own, once aguín Long lionés, no Celebrity Support, no bathrooms Or Water, and Out tour Wes cut short fue to problema with luggage. Oír guide in Buenos Aires Wes not partícularly interesting Or attentive.

Loved Buenos Aires. We saw the city, learned a bit about the history and went to the Gala Tango - which was an absolute highlight of the tour. Amazingly talented dancers and musicians. I didn't realize before this visit that Tango is not just a dance in Argentine. It's a culture.

We stayed a few days at the end. Many, many warnings about personal security, especially at night but we never felt unsafe after taking sensible precautions e.g. no jewellery, cameras or other valuables on display and keep your handbags secure. A nigh-on 4hr HOHO bus ride on our last day showed what a vast city it is and you only have to go a mile or so from the centre to see some beautiful parts. The modern area of Puerto Modero is very nice with lots of expensive restaurants and bars. MUST DO a tango show. We went to El Viejo Almacén which we were told was a more traditional show thoroughly enjoyed it. All prices were given in USD but we paid in Pesos and I reckon g it was 50% cheaper in doing so i.e.quote was USD 120 each but with our ‘blue dollar’ rate Pesos, it came out at about USD 65.

Did not do a ship excursion but stayed for 3 nights after the cruise. It is an amazing city.

Took a HAL excursion via bus with 4 stops. One in Recoleta cemetery, one downtown by Casa Rosada, then an hour at Tortoni cafe, and to La Boca. The guide was great. Learned a lot about the city.

We took an Evita tour....to the Presidential Palace where she made her speeches and to the Evita Museum. Excellent.

The port itself is not the best. Rough disembarkation, with a bad shuttle bus system. City is pretty, with lots of nice architecture and character. Tango show and lunch excursion was nice, but the show was a little too long for me.