Spring in Buenos Aires has finally sprung!

The sudden reappearance of mosquitoes was already a hint, but now it’s official: Winter has come to an end and Spring in Buenos Aires has arrived!

The 21st of September marks the start of spring in Buenos Aires and the city has a variety of celebrations lined up, as it does every year. The Porteños are overjoyed that the temperatures are rising again, and rightly so – after a very long and cold winter – the return of clear skies and warmer weather in Buenos Aires is cause for celebration. It is also the perfect time of year to plan a holiday to Buenos Aires, especially if you want to escape the declining temperatures on the northern hemisphere.

 

The celebration of the start of spring in Buenos Aires coincides with the National Holiday for Students. On Spring Day in Buenos Aires, students from primary and secondary schools (even a few universities) have the day off and fill the city’s parks and squares enjoying the first rays of sunshine, overjoyed at not being locked away in a classroom. It is a festive day with many local bands playing the city’s open spaces, and while the parks will be packed out, there will be increased park security just in case.

However enjoying the arrival of spring in Buenos Aires is not limited to these activities (or this particular weekend)! Buenos Aires’ green spaces are very well looked after and open to the public all year round.

We’ve prepared a list of our 10 favourite places to escape to during spring in Buenos Aires, to enjoy the city’s nature and relax.

 

 

1. Parque tres de Febrero (3rd Of February Park)

This park is the largest open space in the Bosques de Palermo (Woods of Palermo) and where you will find Buenos Aires’ most expansive green spaces and lakes, right in the centre of the city and therefore a great place to spend lazy days of spring in Buenos Aires. You can take a walk along its beautiful natural scenery, have a go on a pedalo, rent rollerblades or bikes or simply lie back in the grass and sunbathe – a very porteño pastime. A great family day out, as there’s something for everyone to do! In this park lies Buenos Aires’ famous El Rosedal (Rose Garden) which is one of the best places to witness the arrival of spring in Buenos Aires. The rose garden has over 15 thousand different rose species and is at its most impressive at this time of the year, as the colourful flowers start to bloom. The Bosques de Palermo are an unmissable highlight in Buenos Aires!

 

2. Planetario Galileo Galilei (Planetarium)

This incredible construction immediately grabs your attention as you pass by. This unusual building, which looks like a spaceship has landed in the middle of the park, is the Planetarium of Buenos Aires. You can attend a number of shows for all ages at the Galileo Galilei planetarium. This site is really worth a visit during spring in Buenos Aires, even if you don’t enter, also because it’s conveniently on the way to our next item on the list…

 

3. Jardin Japones (Japanese Garden)

Tranquillity; this word sums up the Japanese Garden of Buenos Aires. It’s a great place to escape to and you’ll feel like you’ve left the hustle and bustle of spring in Buenos Aires far behind you. The Zen philosophy is evident in every corner of the park, even on a busy day. A walk through this stunning park, past its lakes and beautiful pavilions is a must-do on your vacation in Buenos Aires. The restaurant in the park is considered one of the best of Japanese restaurants in Buenos Aires and although a bit on the expensive side, it is highly recommended by anyone who has ever been. The Jardin Japonés is the only activity on our list which charges an entrance fee. (ARS$32)

 

4. Jardin Botanico (Botanic Gardens)

The entrance to Buenos Aires’ Botanical Gardens lies on Avenida Santa Fee and admission is free. There are guided tours available in the mornings. The beautiful green 7 hectares provide a great escape from the busy city centre close by. Perfect for those who want to learn more about the local flora…and cats – as the area is home to most of Buenos Aires’ stray cats, which are regularly fed by residents living nearby. There are also many beautiful sculptures and constructions from the 19th century.

 

5. Plaza Francia

One of the many squares in Recoleta and probably its most famous one: Plaza Francia during spring in Buenos Aires and at the weekend fills up with people drinking Mate with friends, sunbathing, walking their dogs etc.

Every weekend there is also a Crafts Market on the square, which attracts many tourists and locals. Nearby you will find the Recoleta Cultural Centre as well as Buenos Aires Design, a shopping centre with some great restaurants and beautiful interior design shops. A great place to shop for souvenirs and present to take home, but remember to keep the excess baggage limit in mind!

 

6. Floralis Generica

Right across from Plaza Francia stands the iconic Floralis Generica, a huge steel and aluminium sculpture in the shape of a flower. The most modern monument in Buenos Aires was created in 2002 by the Architect Eduardo Catalano, who donated the sculpture to the city. Originally the petals of the flower opened and closed according to the hours of the day. To watch the flower close as the sun set was one of the favourite attractions for tourists in Buenos Aires. However since 2010 due to mechanical problems the flower remains open day and night. The technical fault however doesn’t make this sculpture any less spectacular, and it’s well worth a trip at spring in Buenos Aires to the Plaza de las Naciones Unidas (United Nations Square), where it stands.

 

7. Plaza Uruguay

Situated opposite the Floralis Generica, this is a popular park for porteños to gather during spring in Buenos Aires. Most of them use the open space to exercise after work on weekdays and at the weekend to enjoy Mate with their friends and family and bask in the sun in the most exclusive neighbourhood of Buenos Aires.

8. Plaza San Martin

Buenos Aires’ green, open spaces are not only limited to the north of the city. Right in the middle of Buenos Aires’ financial district, lies Plaza San Martin, the perfect place to escape to and have a rest on your city centre sightseeing tour during spring in Buenos Aires. Three of Buenos Aires’ most important landmarks lie here: The Torre Monumental (formerly the English Tower), the monument built in memory of the victims of the Falklands war and a statue of one of Argentina’s National Heroes, General San Martin.

 

9. Reserva Ecologica

In the middle of Buenos Aires’ shipping district lies the city’s largest green space: an expansive 3.5km2 large ecological reserve on the shores of the River de La Plata. A curious fact is that the park grew on ground which was created by the leftover building material that was dumped in the river during the construction of Buenos Aires – a great example of how nature can surpass and take over man-made constructions. The park is huge and the ideal way to see it is by bike (you can rent a bike near the entrance or get there by a city bike tour) to make the most of spring in Buenos Aires. There are also free guided tours organized by the city council – even a night tour on full moon nights. However simply going for a stroll along this beautiful ecological reserve is well worth it, especially for the river views from the shores of the Rio de la Plata.

 

10. Costanera Sur (Southern Coastline)

After wandering around Buenos Aires all day, you’ll have worked up quite an appetite. Now is the perfect time to try a very porteño snack – a delicious Choripan! Near the entrance to the Ecological Reserve you will find many trailers along the Costanera Sur selling choripans. As its name suggests a choripan is a chorizo (sausage) in pan (bread). Just add a dash of Chimichurri and you’re good to go! Something you definitely have to try on your vacation in Buenos Aires!

 

Any of these Buenos Aires in spring highlights can be visited on foot or by renting a bike in the city. Alternatively, you can book a guided walking city tour or a Buenos Aires bike tour with bsas4u!

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