Things to Do in San Nicolas, Buenos Aires The financial center of Buenos Aires, often referred to as El Centro or Microcentro. It features major thoroughfares like 9 de Julio Avenue and is home to various government buildings and office towers.
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Teatro Colón ★ 4.8 · 89.4k Opera House★
This grand theater (circa 1908) known for acoustics hosts classical music, operas, ballets & tours.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 8 PM
Sat 9 AM – 8 PM
Sun 9 AM – 5 PM
Buenos Aires Central Post Office Landmark★
old central post office building in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Templo Libertad ★ 4.6 · 745 Famous Synagogue★
synagogue in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
San Martín Cultural Center ★ 4.4 · 8.6k Art Gallery★
Spacious, government-run hub for art & cultural performances, classes, exhibitions & events.
Every day 8 AM – 10 PM
Nextgames Argentina ★ 4.9 · 1.3k Specialty Store
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 10 AM – 1 PM
Sun Closed
El Ateneo ★ 4.6 · 13.2k Bookstore
A cultural entertainment retail store in Argentina, offering books, music, games, and accessories.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 8 PM
Sat 10 AM – 6 PM
Sun Closed
Galerías Pacífico ★ 4.6 · 155.9k Shopping Mall
Mural-filled shopping mall with tax-free shopping for visitors & guided tours of the grand building.
Every day 10 AM – 9 PM
Librería Sudestada ★ 4.9 · 1.3k Bookstore
A bookstore that serves as the official outlet for Sudestada magazine and publisher, featuring self-managed, medium, and other publishing houses.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 3 PM
Sun Closed
Monumento a Juana Azurduy ★ 4.4 · 1.4k Monument
monument in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Corso Bombones ★ 4.8 · 942 Chocolate Shop
Boxes of unique chocolates in elegant packaging are showcased in this small, traditional store.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 7 PM
Sat 10 AM – 2 PM
Sun Closed
Saint Catherine of Siena's Monastery, Buenos Aires ★ 4.6 · 819 Monastery
church and monastery in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 6 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Archive and Historical Museum of the Bank of the province of Buenos Aires Dr. Arturo Jauretche ★ 4.5 · 448 History Museum
museum in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, Argentina
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 6 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
National Museum of Oriental Art ★ 4.6 · 364 Art Museum
oriental art museum in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Mon–Tue Closed
Wed–Fri 2 PM – 9 PM
Sat 2 PM – 9 PM
Sun 2 PM – 9 PM Where to eat & drink in San Nicolas
Chiquilin ★ 4.4 · 7.2k Breakfast· $30,000-70,000
A traditional Buenos Aires restaurant established in 1927, known for its grilled meats and a bohemian atmosphere with photos and paintings of Río de la Plata culture.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 1 AM
Fri 12 PM – 2 AM
Sat 12 PM – 2 AM
Sun 12 PM – 1 AM
Confitería La Ideal ★ 4.6 · 13.6k Coffee Shop· ARS 10–50K
A beautifully renovated confiteria in a historic building, this upscale and elegant coffee shop is known for its crafted beverages, pastries, cakes, and traditional tango atmosphere.
Every day 7 AM – 12 AM
Tostado - Obelisco ★ 4.5 · 12.4k Coffee Shop· ARS 10–20K
Mon–Thu 7 AM – 12 AM
Fri 7 AM – 1 AM
Sat 7 AM – 1 AM
Sun 7 AM – 12 AM Planning time in San Nicolas?
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1 Teatro Colón 2 Buenos Aires Central Post Office 3 Templo Libertad 4 San Martín Cultural Center 5 Nextgames Argentina 6 El Ateneo 7 Galerías Pacífico 8 Librería Sudestada 9 Monumento a Juana Azurduy 10 Chiquilin Other areas in Buenos Aires Ready to plan San Nicolas? Turn these San Nicolas picks into a day-by-day Buenos Aires plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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