Buenos Aires has no fewer than 12 art museums alone, not counting historical museums and art galleries. What better way to explore Buenos Aires and immerse yourself in the creative world of both the local and international art scenes than by visiting the city’s best museums? Plan your art itinerary and treat yourself to discovering the art scene Buenos Aires has to offer. Add these to your weekend afternoons
National Museum of Fine Arts
The National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires features a wide range of artistic styles spanning from the Renaissance to contemporary art. Here you can view paintings, sculptures, and prints by renowned Argentine and international artists.
The Museum of Fine Arts features a permanent collection of representative works of European art, as well as various temporary exhibitions of Latin American art and works by major Argentine artists. In addition, there are lectures and cultural events that further enrich the artistic experience of visiting one of Buenos Aires’ most important art museums. Fun fact: admission to the Museum of Fine Arts is free.
👉National Museum of Fine Arts
📍Av. Del Libertador 1473. Recoleta.
Open Tuesday through Friday starting at 11 a.m. Weekends starting at 10 a.m. Closed Mondays.
The Xul Solar Museum is dedicated to the art of Xul Solar, the pseudonym of Oscar Agustín Alejandro Schulz Solari. Xul Solar was a leading figure in Surrealism, and you can view and immerse yourself in his work at this museum. You’ll see an extensive collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and personal objects that reveal the genius and boundless imagination of this multifaceted Argentine artist.
In addition to the permanent collection, the museum hosts temporary exhibitions that explore different aspects of the life and work of Xul Solar, as well as his influence on Argentine and Latin American art. Buy your ticket now!
👉Xul Solar Museum
📍1212 Laprida
Tuesday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays, Mondays, and holidays: closed.
Guided tours: Wednesdays and Saturdays at 4:00 p.m.
Museum of Latin American Art
The Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires (MALBA) is one of the most important museums in Buenos Aires because it is synonymous with Latin American art. The permanent collection is the legacy of MALBA’s founder and collector Eduardo Costantini: it consists of paintings and sculptures by the most important artists in Latin America (Xul Solar, Frida Kahlo, and Diego de Rivera), as well as photographs and installations.
The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions showcasing the latest trends and perspectives in the continent’s most innovative art scene, monthly film series, and much more.
👉Museum of Latin American Art (MALBA)
📍3415 Figueroa Alcorta Avenue. Recoleta.
Open Tuesdays from 11 a.m. Wednesday through Sunday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Closed Mondays.
Museum of Modern Art of Buenos Aires
The works you’ll find at the Museum of Modern Art of Buenos Aires (MAMBA) reflect the latest trends and movements in modern art. From bold paintings and provocative sculptures to interactive installations and multimedia art, every corner of the museum offers a stimulating visual experience.
In addition to its permanent collection, MAMBA presents temporary exhibitions that explore contemporary themes and push artistic boundaries. Immerse yourself in this fascinating world of contemporary creativity and let yourself be inspired by innovation and experimentation at the Museum of Modern Art in Buenos Aires. Fun fact: Admission to MAMBA is free on Wednesdays.
👉Museum of Modern Art of Buenos Aires (MAMBA)
📍350 San Juan Ave. San Telmo
Open Wednesday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Closed on Tuesdays
Enrique Larreta Museum of Spanish Art
The Enrique Larreta Museum blends art, history, and literature in a 20th-century mansion that was once the home of Argentine writer and diplomat Enrique Larreta. This museum will captivate you with its collection of Spanish Golden Age art —comprising paintings, sculptures, and decorative objects—as well as its beautiful garden and all the artistic events held there during spring and summer.
With its temporary exhibitions and diverse cultural programming, the Enrique Larreta Museum is a must-see stop to discover one of Buenos Aires’ most important—though sometimes overlooked—art museums. Fun fact: Admission to the museum is free on Wednesdays.
👉Enrique Larreta Museum of Spanish Art
📍2291 Juramento. Belgrano
Open Wednesday through Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed on Tuesdays
Eduardo Sivori Museum of Plastic Arts
The Sívori Museum is a hidden gem that houses an outstanding collection of Argentine art comprising more than 4,000 pieces. From paintings and sculptures to photographs and prints, the Sívori Museum is the perfect place to visit if you want to gain insight into the evolution of art in Argentina. The Sívori Museum is a dynamic and exciting place for lovers of contemporary art, located right in the heart of the Palermo Woods, surrounded by lakes and the Japanese Garden. Fun fact: Admission to the museum is free on Wednesdays.
👉Sívori Museum
📍555 Infanta Isabel Ave.
Open Wednesday through Monday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from noon. Closed on Tuesdays.
Proa Foundation
The Proa Foundation is, along with Caminito, one of the most important gathering spots in the La Boca neighborhood . This renovated 19th-century Italian mansion is now one of Buenos Aires’s most important art museums dedicated to contemporary art. The Proa Foundation is an arts institution always on the lookout for avant-garde projects, where you’ll find an eclectic selection of exhibitions and events ranging from visual art and performance art to interactive installations and avant-garde film series.
And in case you didn’t know, the Proa Foundation has a café and a terrace from which to view and admire the river and the surrounding area—on a sunny day, they’re the perfect complement to any outing.
👉Proa Foundation
📍Av. Don Pedro de Mendoza 1929
Open Wednesday through Sunday from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Benito Quinquela Martín Museum
The Benito Quinquela Martín Museum is the result of a donation by the artist himself and pays tribute to him in its permanent exhibition with striking paintings that capture the essence of the port and life in the La Boca neighborhood. From port landscapes to his portraits of local figures, each of his works of art immerses you in the atmosphere of the port and its workers. In addition, the Benito Quinquela Martín Museum also offers temporary exhibitions that highlight the diversity and creativity of contemporary Argentine artists.
👉Benito Quinquela Martín Museum
📍Av. Don Pedro de Mendoza 1835
Open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fernández Blanco Museum of Hispanic-American Art
The Fernández Blanco Museum is a colonial palace in the Retiro neighborhood that houses a truly impressive collection of colonial and pre-Columbian artworks from across the Spanish-American region: paintings, sculptures, textiles, and decorative objects represent the fusion of indigenous and European influences over the centuries. Each piece on display tells a story about the cultural and aesthetic diversity of Latin America.
The part of the collection dating from the 19th and 20th centuries is housed at Casa Fernández Blanco in the Congreso neighborhood. There you’ll be able to see toys, clothing, silverware, furniture, paintings, and photographs from that era. Perfect for the curious. Fun fact: both locations of the Museum of Latin American Art offer free admission on Wednesdays.
👉Fernández Blanco Museum of Hispanic-American Art
📍1422 Suipacha. Retiro
📍Hipólito Yrigoyen 1420, Congreso
Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed on Tuesdays.
José Hernández Museum of Folk Art
The Museum of Folk Art of Buenos Aires celebrates the artistic expressionsof Argentina’s different regions. At this Buenos Aires art museum, you’ll see everything from textiles and ceramics to sculptures and objects that reflect the diversity and creativity of folk art. Each piece on display tells a unique story and represents Argentina’s cultural roots and folklore . Fun fact: Admission to the museum is free on Wednesdays.
👉José Hernández Museum of Folk Art
📍Av. del Libertador 2373
Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed on Tuesdays.
Museum of Contemporary Art
At MACBA, you’ll be able to explore a wide range of contemporary artistic expressions that invite you to reflect on social, political, and cultural issues. This is one of Buenos Aires’ museums whose collection features both established and emerging artists, as well as temporary exhibitions showcasing the latest trends and experiments in art. All housed in a building with avant-garde architecture and a welcoming atmosphere
👉Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA)
📍328 San Juan Avenue
Open Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Closed on Tuesdays.
Fortabat Foundation
The Fortabat Foundation is housed in a building that is itself a work of modern art. Designed by Uruguayan architect Rafael Viñoly, its glass structure—located in the Puerto Madero neighborhood—offers a very special panoramic view of the river and Buenos Aires. This museum in Buenos Aires houses the collection belonging to Amalita Lacroze de Fortabat and includes works by renowned Argentine artists, as well as pieces by internationally acclaimed artists.
👉Fortabat Foundation
📍141 Olga Cossettini
Open Wednesday through Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
