Asociación Argentina "Amigos de la Astronomía", Buenos Aires

Name: Asociación Argentina "Amigos de la Astronomía"
Address: Av. Patricias Argentinas 550, Buenos Aires, C1405BWS, Argentina

#120 among attractions in Buenos Aires

Non-profit, Observatories and planetariums

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Facts and practical information

Asociación Argentina Amigos de la Astronomía is an amateur astronomy civil association based on Buenos Aires, Argentina, with the aim of spreading astronomy. It was founded on January 4, 1929 and its field courses are held on related subjects, research in collaboration with professional bodies and printed publications or multimedia, and recreational activities for the general public. The main-belt asteroid 4756 Asaramas was named in honor of the observatory. ()

Local name: Asociación Argentina Amigos de la Astronomía Established: 4 January 1929 (95 years ago)Coordinates: 34°36'18"S, 58°26'6"W

Address

Av. Patricias Argentinas 550CaballitoBuenos Aires C1405BWS Argentina

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Buenos Aires

Day trips

Asociación Argentina "Amigos de la Astronomía" – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales, Palermo, Estadio Arquitecto Ricardo Etcheverry, Parque Centenario.

~770 ftW
Museum with natural history exhibits
Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales, Buenos Aires
4 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Buenos Aires, the Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales, or the Argentine Museum of Natural Sciences, is a treasure trove for science aficionados and curious minds alike. This esteemed institution is dedicated to the preservation...
1.3 miN
Jorge Luis Borges, Gay village
Palermo, Buenos Aires
34 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, Palermo stands out as the city’s most colorful and dynamic gay village. Renowned for its inclusive atmosphere and lively nightlife, Palermo has become a hub for the LGBTQ+ community, offering a safe and welcoming space...
1.2 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio Arquitecto Ricardo Etcheverry, Buenos Aires
31 min walk • Estadio Arquitecto Ricardo Etcheverri, formerly known as Estadio Ferro Carril Oeste, is a stadium located in the Caballito district of Buenos Aires. It is the home venue of Club Ferro Carril Oeste.
~1290 ftS
Landscaped park with a lake and artwork
Parque Centenario, Buenos Aires
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Buenos Aires, Parque Centenario stands as a verdant oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. This sprawling city park, a hub of recreation and tranquility for locals and tourists alike, offers an escape from the urban rush with its lush green spaces...
1.6 miNE
Memorial
Mount Ararat Square, Buenos Aires
40 min walk • Mount Ararat Square is a small park situated in the neighbourhood of Palermo, Buenos Aires. Dedicated to the Armenian community in Argentina, the square was placed in 1983, two years after the consecration of the Armenian Cathedral of Our Lady of Narek, lying just across of Mount Ararat square, on Charcas Street.
1.5 miNE
Park, Art Nouveau architecture
Plaza Güemes, Buenos Aires
39 min walk • The Galería Güemes is a commercial gallery located on Florida Street in the city of Buenos Aires designed in the art nouveau style by Italian architect Francisco Gianotti in 1913.
1.2 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
Mercado del Progreso, Buenos Aires
31 min walk • The Mercado del Progreso is a historic gastronomic market located in the heart of the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Caballito, Buenos Aires - Argentina. It is one of the few surviving markets in Buenos Aires that maintain the function since its...
0.6 miNE
Church
St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral, Buenos Aires
17 min walk • St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral is a cathedral located at Avenida Raúl Scalabrini Ortiz 1261, Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is home to the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of Buenos Aires and All Argentina.
0.5 miNW
Synagogue
Dr. Max Nordau Synagogue, Buenos Aires
14 min walk • The Dr. Max Nordau Synagogue, also called Hebrew community Dor Hadash, is located in Villa Crespo, Buenos Aires.
0.9 miSE
Street, Intersection
Avenida Medrano, Buenos Aires
22 min walk • Avenida Medrano is an arterial road in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It was named after the politician Pedro Medrano. It runs through both the Almagro and Palermo neighborhoods. The arterial road runs northbound, with traffic going in the opposite direction.
1.2 miSW
Neighbourhood
Caballito, Buenos Aires
30 min walk • Caballito is a barrio of the Argentine capital, Buenos Aires. It is the only barrio in the administrative division Comuna 6. It is located in the geographical centre of the city, limited by the following streets and avenues: Rio de Janeiro, Av.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Asociación Argentina "Amigos de la Astronomía"?

Nearby attractions include Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales, Buenos Aires (4 min walk), Parque Centenario, Buenos Aires (7 min walk), Dr. Max Nordau Synagogue, Buenos Aires (14 min walk), St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral, Buenos Aires (17 min walk).

How to get to Asociación Argentina "Amigos de la Astronomía" by public transport?

The nearest stations to Asociación Argentina "Amigos de la Astronomía":

Bus

Parque Centenario • Lines: 145U, 65 (2 min walk)
Patricias Argentinas y Ángel Gallardo • Lines: 119, 15B, 15F, 15P, 15Sb, 15Sp, 65 (2 min walk)

Metro

Ángel Gallardo • Lines: B (8 min walk)
Malabia - Osvaldo Pugliese • Lines: B (13 min walk)

Train

Caballito (28 min walk)