Avenida Callao

The Avenida Callao, a historic artery of Buenos Aires

The Avenida Callao is one of the important arteries of Buenos Aires, entirely declared a historic protection zone. Lined with fine buildings, it testifies to the elegance of the capital. The Buenos Aires audio-guided tour takes it to evoke this avenue full of heritage, linking great districts of the city.

A protected avenue with a rich heritage

The Avenida Callao is one of the main arteries of Buenos Aires, entirely classified as a historic protection zone because of the richness of its architectural heritage. Lined with elegant buildings, often in a style inspired by Europe, it crosses several districts and intersects the great avenues of the city. It illustrates the golden age of Buenos Aires, when the capital rivalled the great European cities.

What to see

You admire the fine façades of the buildings, a legacy of the golden age of Buenos Aires, as well as the cafés and shops that enliven the avenue. The Avenida Callao notably intersects the Avenida Corrientes and the 9 de Julio. It is a stop for lovers of architecture, during a walk in the Argentine capital.

Practical information

The Avenida Callao crosses several districts of central Buenos Aires, reachable on foot and by public transport. It is a public avenue, freely accessible and on the level; the cafés and shops have their own hours. You walk along it to admire its façades and reach the great avenues of the city.

Why is the Avenida Callao protected?

Because it has been entirely declared a historic protection zone, due to the richness of its architectural heritage, a legacy of the golden age of Buenos Aires.

What does the Avenida Callao intersect?

It notably intersects the Avenida Corrientes and the 9 de Julio, great avenues of central Buenos Aires.