The 2026 World Cup has already begun, and Buenos Aires is decked out in sky blue and white to support the national team. In case you haven’t seen it yet, 8 of Buenos Aires’ most iconic sculptures woke up decked out in the national colors to cheer on Scaloni’s team. If you’re someone who loves exploring Buenos Aires with a camera in hand, now is the perfect time to head out and find the 8 statues in Buenos Aires decked out in World Cup colors.
Where to find the World Cup-themed sculptures in Buenos Aires
From San Telmo to Palermo, the tour takes you through the city’s best and most beautiful spots. You’ll discover art you may not have known about and see some corners of Buenos Aires with fresh eyes. These are the monuments and statues that will be decked out in Argentina’s colors:
- Mafalda: The Mafalda statue located at the corner of Chile and Defensa (San Telmo) is wearing an Argentine headband and scarf. Plus, a flag arch has been set up so you can take the best photos.
- The Thinker: the replica of Rodin’s The Thinker, in the plaza in front of the National Congress, now sports a blue-and-white cap and scarf.
- Botero’s Torso: In Thays Park (Recoleta), this imposing sculpture sports an Argentine flag as if it were a cape.
- Other notable figures: The Atlas (Recoleta), La Cigale (Rosedal), Triton (Montserrat), the Deer Family (Palermo), and the Peruvian Greyhounds (Recoleta) round out this list of eight sculptures already buzzing with World Cup excitement.
Buenos Aires lights up in sky blue and white: the Obelisk, the Floralis Genérica, the Puente de la Mujer, the Monument to the Spaniards, and the Planetarium
The passion for the 2026 World Cup in Buenos Aires doesn’t stop at the sculptures. During every match played by the Argentine national team in the World Cup, Buenos Aires’ most important monuments are illuminated to celebrate each game.
These are the monuments that are decked out in sky blue and white every time Messi and the national team play:
- The Obelisk
- The Floralis Genérica
- The Women’s Bridge
- The Monument to the Spaniards
- The Planetarium
- The Monumental Tower .
The World Cup map you have to explore
If you’re looking for the best plan for this World Cup weekend, heading out to explore these sculptures is the perfect activity to soak up the national excitement. It’s a unique opportunity to see the city from a different perspective and experience the spirit of the “Scaloneta” in every corner. Plus, whenever there’s a match, you’ll find giant screens all over Buenos Aires so you don’t miss a single game.
