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Recoleta Cemetery

Junin 1790, Buenos Aires 1116, Argentina
54 11 4804 7040
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As featured in 3 days in Buenos Aires
Ranked #15 of 236 attractions in Buenos Aires
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Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Traveler Description: The Recoleta Cemetery was opened for ordinary people in 1822 but as Recoleta’s reputation improved, so did that of the cemetery. Now many presidents... more »
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Oddly enough, this place is right next to the mall, a major tourist trap ha! It is a "different" stop than you would normally hear on lists of tourist spots. It is worth an hour of your time though, and it is appropriate for all types of people. I saw all types of people, including entire families and children. There... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Come early in the morning and enjoy the peaceful environment. Buy the book with map at the shop before you are going to walk so you can read everything about the graves.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

A lovely tranquil space in the middle of a busy city. It is a fascinating insight into the culture and history of some very interesting people. A great place to simple stroll around.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

Even if you just walk through the cemetery for a few minutes, it is a required stop when sightseeing in Buenos Aires. The size and ornateness of the tombs is amazing. The only cemetery I have seen like this is Pere Lachaise in Paris. Unlike Pere Lachaise in which hundreds of well known people are buried (among them Jim Morrison),... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

I´ve lived in Buenos Aires for almost 3 years now and can´t count on one hand how many times I´ve visited Recoleta Cemetery, it´s just that cool. It´s a maze of above ground crypts which satisfies the craving for history, architecture, sculpture and bit of macabre old Buenos Aires gossip on the side. Yes, it´s free but if you spend... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

I'd never been to a cemetery like this one before, it was truly an amazing and moving experience. My friends and I happened to visit Eva Peron's tomb on her birthday, it was adorned with flowers and people holding a little prayer service. I'm lucky to have been there that day. It's so interesting to explore the cemetery, the tombs... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Armed with a map of this cemetry and knowing where to find Evita we spent about an hour wandering along the paths between these mostly enormous mausoleums. Each one of them were different and some incredibly "over the top" - others more simple and moving like the girl with her dog. Evita's resting place is quite plain compared with the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Stopped in two different times, once while on a running tour and once while shopping in the market. Very neat burial sites and such an interesting place to see in the middle of such a large city.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

We ended up going here twice since the architecture of these tombs was worth another look. We had a guide with us who told us the story behind the tombs and some of the history of the area. Well worth the price since the stories of Evita, generals and even a young girl buried alive make the experience come alive... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

The cemetery is large and contains a huge number of mausoleums laid out cheek by jowl. Evita Peron is the best known 'inhabitant' but the place provides a fascinating snapshot of Argentina's rich and powerful throughout its history. Well worth a visit.

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