Plaza del Congreso, Buenos Aires

Name: Plaza del Congreso
Address: Buenos Aires, Argentina

#80 among attractions in Buenos Aires

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Congressional Plaza is a public park facing the Argentine Congress in Buenos Aires. The plaza is part of a 3 hectare open space comprising three adjoining plazas to the east of the Congress building. The Kilometre Zero for all Argentine National Highways is marked on a milestone at the Plaza. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 34°36'36"S, 58°23'21"W

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Comuna 1 (Monserrat)Buenos Aires Argentina

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Day trips

Plaza del Congreso – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palace of the Argentine National Congress, Obelisco, Paseo La Plaza, Palacio Barolo.

~1050 ftW
Palace, Architecture
Palace of the Argentine National Congress, Buenos Aires
6 min walk • The Palace of the Argentine National Congress is a grandiose edifice that stands as a testament to the country's political history and architectural heritage, located in the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Inaugurated in 1906, this magnificent building is not...
0.6 miNE
Iconic 67m-high white obelisk
Obelisco, Buenos Aires
16 min walk • The Obelisco de Buenos Aires is an iconic monument located in the heart of Argentina's vibrant capital city. This striking memorial stands at a height of 67.5 meters and is a central gathering point for both locals and tourists alike.
~1810 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Theater
Paseo La Plaza, Buenos Aires
9 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Buenos Aires, Paseo La Plaza stands as a vibrant oasis for shopping, culture, and relaxation amidst the urban landscape. This unique shopping centre, located on the famous Avenida Corrientes, is not your run-of-the-mill retail complex;...
~1020 ftE
Striking office building opened in 1923
Palacio Barolo, Buenos Aires
5 min walk • Palacio Barolo is an architectural marvel nestled in the bustling streets of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Designed by Italian architect Mario Palanti, this eclectic building was completed in 1923 and stands as a homage to Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy." At the time of...
0.6 miN
Palace
Palacio de Justicia, Buenos Aires
15 min walk • The Palace of Justice of the Argentine Nation, is a large building complex located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is the seat of the Supreme Court and other lower courts.
0.6 miE
Museum, Dance studio
Academia Nacional del Tango, Buenos Aires
16 min walk • Academia Nacional del Tango de la República Argentina is an institution in Buenos Aires, Argentina, located in the Avenida de Mayo above the Café Tortoni.
0.4 miSE
Church
Parish Nuestra Señora de Montserrat, Buenos Aires
11 min walk • The Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de Montserrat is a Roman Catholic church in the autonomous city of Buenos Aires.
0.6 miW
Square
Plaza Primero de Mayo, Buenos Aires
15 min walk • Plaza Primero de Mayo is a square of Buenos Aires, Argentina, located in the neighborhood of Balvanera.
0.5 miE
Memorial
Ministry of Public Works Building, Buenos Aires
12 min walk • The Ministry of Public Works Building, now known as the Ministry of Health Building is a public building in the rationalist style located on the intersection of 9 de Julio Avenue and Belgrano Avenue, in the neighborhood of Monserrat, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
0.6 miNE
Square
Plaza de la República, Buenos Aires
16 min walk • Plaza de la República is a city square in Buenos Aires, capital of Argentina. It is located in the San Nicolás quarter, at the intersection of the city's three main arteries: Ninth of July Avenue, Corrientes Avenue, and Diagonal Norte.
~1660 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Teatro Avenida, Buenos Aires
9 min walk • The Avenida Theatre is a theatre in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Plaza del Congreso?

Nearby attractions include Palacio Barolo, Buenos Aires (5 min walk), Palace of the Argentine National Congress, Buenos Aires (6 min walk), Monserrat, Buenos Aires (8 min walk), Teatro Avenida, Buenos Aires (9 min walk).

How to get to Plaza del Congreso by public transport?

The nearest stations to Plaza del Congreso:

Bus

Plaza del Congreso • Lines: 60Ar, 60Bc (1 min walk)
Plaza Congreso • Lines: 102, 23, 56, 56S, 60Ar, 60Bc, 64H, 64M, 8, 86A, 86B, 86E, 86F, 8Sle (2 min walk)

Metro

Sáenz Peña • Lines: A (4 min walk)
Congreso • Lines: A (5 min walk)

Train

Once de Septiembre (26 min walk)