San Telmo is an old aristocratic area of the city. The wealthy deserted it in the XIXth century after an epidemic and took refuge onto the slightly higher ground of Recoleta where the apartment is. Over the past Decade or so, San Telmo has become increasingly fashionable so old houses are being restored, antique stores are being replaced with clothing stores, and several good restaurants have opened their doors. On Sunday, the main square hosts an antiques fair. It is a great area to stroll around. Take a taxi from the apartment, 15 mns.