The perfect place to catch your breath. IT was a really hot day in Buenos Aires in early Feba s we made our way from La Boca to Plaza de Mayo. Around half way is Plaza Dorrego in the San Telmo Barrio....
We travelled to Plaza Darrego in San Telmo and had a pleasant lunch in one of the restaurants set up in the square. There were two restaurants who had Tango dancing by couples who seemed a regular fea...
Lovely neighbourhood to stroll around. Interesting homes (El Zanjon de Granados is closeby). The plaza has a real relaxed, unrushed bohemian feel about it. Some stalls. Plenty of cafes to choose from,...
Plaza Dorrego is a square located in the center of San Telmo, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is one of the oldest public places in the city with a rich history dating back to the early 18th century. Presently, its surroundings are full of cafes, pubs, restaurants, bars and antique stores. The square gets crowded during weekends with over 8000 visitors - locals and tourists - checking in every Sunday. There is plenty to do at this place. Visitors can enjoy musical performances from local musicians and dancers. They can shop for novelty items, watch tango dance exhibitions or relax in a cafe drinking a can of beer or a cup of coffee.
Try any of the finest local beers, although is not really local, it's part of a global company. Tango time!
Plaza Dorrego is the central plaza in San Telmo. It is the location of the Sunday Market Fair (Ferria de San Telmo) and is surrounding by beautiful old architecture, bars, cafes and restaurants, antique shops and much more.
I went here during the weekly Sunday street fair and it was a feast for the senses. If you are in San Telmo, this is a must go place. There were vendors, artist and street performers. This is the best place to buy souvenirs as there are a lot of options and the prices are relatively cheaper. Be very careful of pick pockets.
at sunday's very good!
Come for the tango. Come for the art and antiques. Come for the bohemian district that is San Telmo. Heck, just come to Bar Dorrego and have a submarino (if you don't know what this is, I'm going to tell you to trust me and order it if you like hot chocolate). And when you're done exploring San Telmo, try dinner at El Baqueano nearby (waaay advanced reservations required) or make your way over to Puerto Madero.