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Basilica Nuestra Senora de la Merced

Name: Basilica Nuestra Senora de la Merced
Address: Calle Reconquista N 0 207, Buenos Aires
Rating: 4.5

152 Reviews

#33 of 831 things to do in Buenos Aires

Sights & Landmarks, Churches & Cathedrals

Calle Reconquista N 0 207, Buenos Aires, Argentina

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“A stunning example of Argentinian religious architecture”

We were introduced to the history and background to this magnificent structure by our v.informative... read more

Reviewed March 31, 2019

Norman P

Chichester, United Kingdom

“Hidden gem!”

This beautiful Basilica is just 2 blocks behind the Cathedral. However,it is a place of great... read more

Reviewed February 28, 2019

Sheps5558

Preston, United Kingdom

via mobile

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4.5 152 reviews

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Very good48%
Average3%
Poor1%
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What travelers are saying

This is a beautiful church, first built over the 1721 to 1779 period, and remodel from 1894 to 1900.

It is not as large as the Catedral Metropolitana (near Pink House), which is a few blocks away, but still larger than most churches.

It has an amazingly beautiful altar, comprised of many extremely beautiful works of very detailed and intricate works of art.

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Calle Reconquista N 0 207, Buenos Aires, Argentina

El Centro (Downtown)

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Norman P

Chichester, United Kingdom

10254

Reviewed March 31, 2019

A stunning example of Argentinian religious architecture

We were introduced to the history and background to this magnificent structure by our v.informative guide and marvelled at the wealth of its content......well worth a visit even if religious matter is not at the forefront of your mind!

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank Norman P

Sheps5558

Preston, United Kingdom

206116

Reviewed February 28, 2019 via mobile

Hidden gem!

This beautiful Basilica is just 2 blocks behind the Cathedral. However,it is a place of great beauty and tranquility. The interior is a baroque masterpiece and the side alters are beautiful and highly decorated. This is well worth a visit and compares favourably with the...More

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank Sheps5558

Parvin S

21364

Reviewed November 28, 2018

Nice Church Good to visit

The Basilica is an old churh. The outer design of the building is nice. The interiour art walls and statues are beautiful.

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank Parvin S

SENTHOOR

52371120

Reviewed May 15, 2018 via mobile

Old

This is small but very old church.The architecture is beautiful. The inside is more beautiful than the outside.

Date of experience: May 2018

Thank SENTHOOR

KodoDrummer

Yekaterinburg, Russia

203259373

Reviewed March 24, 2018

18th-century basilica with beautiful architecture works of art & an important place of Argentinean historical events

We came upon this immensely beautiful basilica while walking from the Hilton Buenos Aires to the pedestrian street, Av. Florida. The basilica was open, with some worshippers praying inside. It has an amazingly beautiful altar, comprised of many extremely beautiful works of very detailed and...More

Date of experience: March 2018

4 Thank KodoDrummer

DoloBlack

Buenos Aires, Argentina

9322

Reviewed August 30, 2017

Gorgeous, downtown Cathedral!

Calle Reconquista/ Defensa, in downtown/ San Telmo, BA, is blessed with 5-6, gorgeous cathedrals and Basilica is no different. Gold leaf adorns the sanctuary, as restorers work endlessly, on renewing the frescos! Gorgeous!

Date of experience: June 2017

Thank DoloBlack

TravelReviewer1983

London, United Kingdom

1818576

Reviewed January 14, 2017 via mobile

Stunning Church

This church is the second most impressive church I've seen in Buenos Aires. It has amazing windows, incredible ceilings, and an impressive selection of sculptures and other pieces of art. Highly recommended

Date of experience: January 2017

Thank TravelReviewer1983

Travellover6128

San Francisco, California

22601376

Reviewed November 11, 2016 via mobile

Very pretty little church

Really enjoyed visiting this old church. It's very small but plenty of history and extremely decorative. Worth a visit if passing.

Date of experience: November 2016

Thank Travellover6128

jaimeelsabio

Maryland

875240

Reviewed September 18, 2016

Very pretty church near Plaza de Mayo

Persistence in our case paid off. The 3rd time was the charm since it was closed the first 2 times we were by. Very ornate interior. I'm glad we didn't give up on trying to see it.

Date of experience: September 2016

Thank jaimeelsabio

consuelo418

Buenos Aires, Argentina

5615

Reviewed July 21, 2016

Near Plaza de Mayo you find this beautiful church.

Near Plaza de Mayo you find this beautiful church in the colonial era, steeped in history and priceless pieces of crafts as his altar.

Date of experience: July 2016

Thank consuelo418

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