Monumental is a place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, that is home to the famous Estadio Monumental, also known as Estadio Mâs Monumental, a large stadium with a capacity of 85,018. The stadium is located in the Belgrano neighborhood and is the home of River Plate, a renowned football team. The area is also close to the Torre Monumental, a monumental Renaissance-style clocktower that was a gift from the British community to celebrate Argentina's independence. Buenos Aires, the city where Monumental is located, is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city with a rich history and culture, known for its wide avenues, distinctive neighborhoods, and lively nightlife. The city is a great place to visit with family and friends, with many attractions and activities to enjoy, including football matches, cultural events, and traditional tango dancing
Plan your family visit to the Monumental with these blog insights 👇
Activities: We went to a football match at Monumental, preferring a 'quiet' match of small teams. We enjoyed the atmosphere, with lots of families and children. After the players came out, everyone threw thousands of confetti, the 'papelitos'. We tasted the local 'chorizo' sandwich before the match
Highlights: The super ambiance! We loved that it was full of families and children, and the confetti was amazing! We also enjoyed the 'chorizo' sandwich ✨