The Water Palace is an ornate building in Buenos Aires that once had the unique function of supplying water to the entire city. It has long ceased to function as a large water tank and was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1989.

Building did not seem to be open whilst we were here, but it is quite a palacial building a could well be worth a visit if and when it is open.

I love architecture and the charm of BA is the old world architecture and I enjoyed the detail of this place. If you appreciate old buildings, you must spend some time here.

If it's not the most beautiful, it comes really close. There are offices in the palace but you can appreciate it from the outside or go inside and take a look at this magnificent building, which is really close to El Ateneo bookstore if you're...More

Is between two of the biggest streets in Buenos Aires, it is working as the water authority but just have a walk around it and you will be surprised how beautiful it is.

This building is the most unusual and beautiful building. It was brought over from Europe piece by piece and rebuilt here. It is the building where people go to pay their water bills.

I have never taken the time to know if they offer any inside tours but this building on the outside is an architect's masterpiece. You'd never tire of taking photographs and finding new angles from which to appreciate it.

Absolutely spectacular architectural gem that actually housed a water plant! Worth a visit just to walk around the building, which occupies a full city block. The amazing thing is that it still houses the water company - but now it's all just clerical; no industrial...More

Historic building worth a detour - quirky objects and novel history of Buenos Aires. Try to take the free tour

This fantastical building is worth walking by during a walking tour of the city. It represents the former grandeur of B.A.