Recoleta Cemetery

Cemetery Buenos Aires City, Buenos Aires Autonomous City, Argentina

What to expect

Recoleta Cemetery is a labyrinthine city of the dead, home to over 6,400 statues, sarcophagi, coffins, and crypts that commemorate some of Argentina's most celebrated sons and daughters. The cemetery features a wide variety of architectural styles, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Baroque, and Neo-Gothic, with many elaborate marble mausoleums decorated with statues. Visitors can explore the cemetery's narrow pathways and discover the tombs of notable individuals, such as Eva Perón, former Argentine presidents, and Nobel Prize winners. The cemetery is also home to a colony of stray cats, which has become an attraction. With its eerie beauty and rich history, Recoleta Cemetery is a unique and fascinating place to visit

Plan your family visit to the Recoleta Cemetery with these blog insights 👇

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...in Buenos Aires!

...in Buenos Aires!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Recoleta market on Saturday and Sunday in the chic neighborhood. We looked for typical gaucho pants, ponchos, and traditional toys. There was a lot of entertainment on weekends, like street musicians and tango dancers

Highlights: We were able to buy typical gaucho pants, ponchos, and traditional toys ✨