The amount of time you should spend in Buenos Aires should depend on the type of trip you would like to have. If you are traveling around South America, then four days should be enough.
If you are planning a short trip to Argentina, then we recommend 3 days in Buenos Aires and 4 days in Patagonia. If you are working remotely, then one to three months would be best for you.
Short stays in Buenos Aires
If you are planning on a trip to Buenos Aires, then you should plan at least 3 days so you can see the main attractions of the city. Buenos Aires is a big city and there is a lot to see and do. For more ideas on what to do, you can check out our 50 things to do in Buenos Aires guide.
If you want detailed itineraries for the amount of time you plan to spend, then you can find those itineraries here:
If you choose to only spend 2 days in Buenos Aires, then things will feel a little rushed but you will have a great time.
We prefer to travel slowly and enjoy your time in a new place so try to give yourself that extra day. Traveling around this region usually involves medium to long flights so keep that in mind.
Longer Stays in Buenos Aires
If you are planning a longer stay in Buenos Aires, that is a great idea. Buenos Aires has so much to offer and I recommend that you stay in the Palermo neighborhood for longer stays.
There are more things to take into consideration when staying longer like transferring money, getting a sim card and choosing a place to stay.
👉 You can find this type of information and more in our 3-month Buenos Aires guide.
Working Remotely
Working remotely in Buenos Aires is becoming more and more popular and Buenos Aires is usually somewhere near the top of remote places to work on NomadList.
I have found Buenos Aires to be popular among remote workers and there are plenty of coworking spaces and cafes to work from here.
How long can you stay in Argentina?
For most people you usually get a 90-day tourist visa on arrival in Argentina and you can also renew this visa for a further 90 days. There is also a digital nomad visa that allows you to stay for up to one year in Argentina.
How many days to spend in Argentina?
Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina but there is also so much more to do in Argentina. We would recommend at least 2 weeks in Argentina if you are also planning on visiting other places.
Some recommended trips:
🌏 Patagonia
🌏 Córdoba and surroundings
🌏 Northern Argentina (Jujuy, Salta)
🌏 Mendoza (for wine lovers)
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