Comuna 8 Travel Guide
Buenos Aires
Popular places to visit
Obelisco
This giant pillar was built to mark the 400th anniversary of the city’s inception. Now, it stands as the most famous icon in Buenos Aires.
Palermo Soho
Discover outstanding shopping, exquisite dining and energetic nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Cemetery
This beautiful cemetery in Buenos Aires is the final resting place of many of Argentina’s most notable politicians and public figures, including Eva Perón.
Florida Street
The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.
Casa Rosada
Admire the pink façade of one of Argentina’s most recognizable buildings, take a tour of its halls and galleries and visit a museum displaying political artifacts.
La Bombonera
The stadium of the illustrious soccer team Boca Juniors is renowned for its superb atmosphere. It is uniquely shaped like a box of chocolates.
Top hotels in Comuna 8
Up Barrio Norte
I had an amazing experience staying in Up Barrio Norte. The location is absolutely perfect — safe, walkable, and surrounded by great cafés, restaurants, and shops, and close to public transportation, which made exploring Buenos Aires incredibly easy. The hotel itself was clean, modern, and very well ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
GrandView Hotel & Convention Center
Yes, staff were all good and friendly. Roomwas clean and well secured
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Efe Hotel & Cowork
Really enjoyed our stay here. Conveniently located. Nice room. Good breakfast. Fast Wifi. Used the co-working space which was excellent, as well as the gym. We had a small problem with a door handle in our room, chatted with the front desk about it and was fixed immediately. It was quiet at night. ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel and Convention Center
Staff was very courteous, friendly, and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Casa Lucia Member of Melia Collection
Very nice room and comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Tango de Mayo Hotel
Very convenient location.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Comuna 8
Caballito
If you're spending time in Caballito, check out sights like Argentine Museum of Natural Sciences or Calesita del Parque Rivadavia and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Primera Junta Station or Acoyte Station.
Villa Crespo
Villa Crespo is well liked for its bars and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Movistar Arena and Palermo Soho are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Malabia - Osvaldo Pugliese Station or Villa Crespo Station to get around.
Balvanera
Get to know Balvanera and its many features like its churches and architecture. You might want to explore sights like Neverland and Abasto Shopping Center, and you can jump on the metro at Miserere Square Station or Once - 30 de Diciembre Station to get around the city.
Avenida Corrientes
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Avenida Corrientes. If sightseeing is on the list, Obelisco is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Pasteur Station or Pueyrredon Station to see more of the area.
Monserrat
Architecture, cafes and shopping highlight some notable features of Monserrat. Make a stop by Barolo Palace or 9 de Julio Avenue while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Moreno Station or Lima Station to get around town.
San Telmo
San Telmo is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to San Telmo Antiques Fair or Plaza Dorrego.
