Museo Penitenciario, Buenos Aires

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Museo Penitenciario (address: Humberto Primo 378, San Telmo) is a place located in Buenos Aires (Ciudad de Buenos Aires federal district) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 69 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 34°37'16"S latitude and 58°22'16"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museo Penitenciario is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Bolívar y San Juan (bus, 3 min walk), San Juan (metro, 14 min walk), Plaza Constitución (train, 19 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Calle Defensa (shopping, 2 min walk), Feria de San Telmo (church, 2 min walk), El Solar de French (museum, 2 min walk).

Coordinates: 34°37'16"S, 58°22'16"W

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Humberto Primo 378, San TelmoComuna 1 (San Telmo)Buenos Aires Argentina

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Museo Penitenciario – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Museo Penitenciario?

Nearby attractions include Calle Defensa, Buenos Aires (2 min walk), Feria de San Telmo, Buenos Aires (2 min walk), El Solar de French, Buenos Aires (2 min walk), Plaza Dorrego, Buenos Aires (2 min walk).

How to get to Museo Penitenciario by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo Penitenciario:

Bus

Bolívar y San Juan • Lines: 24-1, 24-2 (3 min walk)
Paseo Colón 1100 • Lines: 29O, 29P, 64H, 64M, 74, 8, 86A, 86B, 86E, 86F, 8Sle, 8Slm, 93C, 93M, 93S (4 min walk)

Metro

San Juan • Lines: C (14 min walk)
Independencia • Lines: C, E (16 min walk)

Train

Plaza Constitución (19 min walk)