The Bosques de Palermo, officially Parque Tres de Febrero, are Buenos Aires' green lung (lat -34.5697, lng -58.4131): 400 hectares designed by landscaper Carlos Thays and inaugurated in 1875. The park includes the famous Rose Garden (18,000 rose bushes of 1,000 varieties), the Galileo Galilei Planetarium, artificial lakes with pedal boats, the Japanese Garden (the largest outside Japan), the Carlos Thays Botanical Garden (6,000 plant species), running and cycling circuits, and ample spaces for picnics and outdoor activities.
Getting there — distances & times
| From | Distance | Flight | Bus | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (JFK) | 8500 km | 10 h 30 direct | — | — |
| Miami (MIA) | 7100 km | 9 h direct | — | — |
| Madrid (MAD) | 10000 km | 12 h direct | — | — |
| São Paulo (GRU) | 1700 km | 2 h 50 | — | — |
| Santiago (SCL) | 1140 km | 2 h | 20 h | 14 h |
| Mendoza | 1050 km | 1 h 45 | 14 h | 11 h |
| Córdoba | 700 km | 1 h 15 | 10 h | 8 h |
| Iguazú (IGR) | 1300 km | 1 h 45 | 18 h | 15 h |
Month-by-month climate
| Month | Temp. | Rain | Crowds | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21° / 30°C | 120 mm | Hot summer | |
| Feb | 20° / 28°C | 125 mm | ||
| Mar | 18° / 26°C | 130 mm | Ideal fall start | |
| Apr | 14° / 22°C | 95 mm | ||
| May | 11° / 19°C | 75 mm | ||
| Jun | 8° / 15°C | 60 mm | ||
| Jul | 7° / 15°C | 60 mm | Winter break | |
| Aug | 9° / 17°C | 70 mm | ||
| Sep | 11° / 19°C | 80 mm | Ideal spring | |
| Oct | 13° / 22°C | 120 mm | ||
| Nov | 16° / 25°C | 125 mm | ||
| Dec | 19° / 28°C | 120 mm | Year-end holidays |
Typical prices by category
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel/night | USD 20–35 | USD 60–110 | USD 180–500 |
| Food/day | USD 15–22 | USD 30–55 | USD 80–200 |
| Tango show | USD 25–40 | USD 60–90 | USD 120–250 |
| Day tour | USD 30–50 | USD 60–90 | USD 150–300 |
Approximate ranges in USD as of April 2026. Subway & bus: flat ~ARS 500 fare.
How to Get There
By Subway
Line D: Plaza Italia station (3 blocks from the Botanical and Japanese Gardens) and Ministro Carranza station (Rose Garden access). Less than USD 0.50 with SUBE.
By Bicycle
The EcoBici public bike system has stations around the park. Free for rides up to 30 minutes. The ideal way to explore the 400 hectares.
What to See and Do
The Rose Garden (Rosedal)
One of South America's most beautiful gardens: 3.4 hectares with 18,000 rose bushes, a lake with a white bridge, pergolas and the Andalusian Patio with Sevillian tiles. Peak blooming: October-November and March-April. Free admission daily.
Galileo Galilei Planetarium
Modern architecture icon renovated in 2017 with 8K projection technology. Immersive astronomy shows. Outside: a 1,530-kg meteorite. USD 2-4. Great for families.
Boating Lakes
Four artificial lakes with pedal boats and rowboats (USD 5-8 per 30 minutes). Surrounded by weeping willows and jacarandas.
Japanese Garden
Built in 1967, the largest Japanese garden outside Japan (2.5 hectares). Red bridge, koi carp, bonsai, tea ceremony and Japanese restaurant. USD 3-5. Open daily.
When to Visit
- Spring (September-November): Best time. Jacarandas in bloom, roses at their peak, perfect temperature.
- Autumn (March-May): Golden foliage. Second rose blooming.
Practical Information
Budget
Subway: USD 0.50. Park: free. Rose Garden: free. Boats: USD 5-8. Planetarium: USD 2-4. Japanese Garden: USD 3-5. EcoBici: free (30 min).
