Where European elegance meets Latin spirit (and keeps us coming back for more)
There are cities you visit once, and then there’s Buenos Aires.
The Argentine capital is a paradox in the best way: equal parts sultry and refined, melancholic and full of life, timeless and electric. At Jenny’s Travel, it’s one of those destinations we can’t stop recommending — not just because it’s beautiful (and it is) — but because it stays with you long after you’ve left.
You don’t just see Buenos Aires. You feel it.
Where We Stay
In BA, the neighbourhood you stay in is half the story. Our top picks:
Palermo Soho – Think leafy streets, boutique hotels, vintage stores, and the kind of brunch spots that wouldn’t be out of place in Cape Town’s Bree Street. We adore Legado Mítico, a stylish, intimate hotel filled with Argentine literary and political history.
Recoleta – Parisian-style boulevards, elegant architecture, and museums galore. We often book clients at Alvear Palace, a true grande dame of South America, or the chic and more modern Hub Porteño, hidden on a quiet tree-lined street just steps from Recoleta Cemetery.
San Telmo – For the romantics and old souls, this is the heart of tango. Cobblestones, colonial buildings, antique shops, and Sunday markets that stretch for blocks. Think candlelit evenings and wine by the bottle.
What We Do
We tango. Even if you have two left feet. The milongas (tango halls) come alive after midnight, but there are also earlier dinner shows for those who want to dip their toes in. Rojo Tango at the Faena Hotel is a favourite — moody, luxurious, and unapologetically theatrical.
We eat. Argentina does steak better than anywhere else on earth — and don’t even get us started on the chimichurri. We love Don Julio (a BA institution), but also recommend the lesser-known El Preferido de Palermo for a modern take on classics, or a parrilla tour with a local foodie for something truly authentic.
We wander. From the colourful chaos of La Boca, to the grand theatres and wide avenues of Microcentro, to the quiet beauty of the Jardín Japonés, Buenos Aires was made for walking. And don’t miss the bookshop El Ateneo Grand Splendid — housed in a converted theatre — it’s easily one of the most beautiful in the world.
We shop local. Leather goods, handmade alpargatas, homegrown fashion labels in Palermo, and quirky antiques in San Telmo. Bonus: you’ll pay a lot less than you would in Europe for the same craftsmanship.
When We Go
Buenos Aires blooms in spring (Sept–Nov) and glows in autumn (March–May). It gets steamy in summer and surprisingly chilly in winter, but truth be told, there’s no bad time to visit — just different moods.
Why We’ll Always Go Back
It’s the kind of city that feels like a story waiting to be written. Every corner whispers something — the echo of a bandoneon, the clink of wine glasses, the rhythm of footsteps down a leafy boulevard. It’s moody and romantic and messy and magical.
And whether it’s your first time or your fifth, Buenos Aires never gives you the same experience twice.
Let us plan your Buenos Aires escape
Whether you’re chasing tango dreams, steak nights, art walks, or just a gorgeous city break with soul — we know how to curate the perfect BA itinerary.
📧 Email us: holidays@jennystravel.co.za
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