Audio Guide of the Buenos Aires Japanese Garden

The Buenos Aires Japanese Garden is open every day of the year, including public holidays, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. It is ideally located at 3450 Casares Avenue, Palermo. You can easily get there by bus (lines 10, 34, 37, 67, 130, 160) or by taxi/private car service, as it is a very well-known place in the city. You can check the official website for more details on how to get there.

Yes, the Buenos Aires Japanese Garden charges a general admission fee to help maintain its facilities. However, there are discounts for retirees and people with disabilities, and children under 12, as well as residents of the City of Buenos Aires on Mondays, can enter free of charge. I recommend checking the updated rates on its official website before your visit.

To fully enjoy the Buenos Aires Japanese Garden, I suggest setting aside between an hour and a half and two hours. This will allow you to walk its paths, admire the bridges, feed the koi fish, relax on the benches, and perhaps enjoy a cup of tea at the Tea House. If you are interested in temporary exhibitions or cultural events, your visit may last longer.

The Buenos Aires Japanese Garden was inaugurated in 1967 and donated by the Japanese community to strengthen ties between Argentina and Japan. It represents Japanese culture through traditional elements such as the lake, waterfalls, bridges, and characteristic flora, aiming to evoke peace and harmony. It is a symbol of friendship between the two countries and a refuge of Japanese culture in the heart of Buenos Aires.

The best time to visit the Buenos Aires Japanese Garden is during spring (September to November), when the flowers are in full bloom, or in autumn (March to May), for the beautiful red and golden tones of the vegetation. As for the time of day, if you can go early in the morning right when it opens, you will avoid the crowds and enjoy a calmer atmosphere and better light for photos.

Yes, the Buenos Aires Japanese Garden is designed to be accessible. It has ramps and paved paths that make it easier for people in wheelchairs or with strollers to get around. However, some bridges may have steps. We recommend contacting the garden directly for specific accessibility questions by phone at (011) 4804-4922 or (011) 4807-4911.

The Buenos Aires Japanese Garden is located in the heart of the Palermo neighborhood, surrounded by other must-see attractions. Very close by you will find the Rose Garden, Buenos Aires Eco Park, the Galileo Galilei Planetarium, and MALBA (Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires), all within walking distance or a short ride on public transport. Palermo is a lively neighborhood full of options.

Of course. To make the most of your visit, I suggest wearing comfortable shoes for walking, bringing your camera for photos, and, if the weather allows, enjoying a picnic in the designated areas. Also, do not forget to visit the Tea House for an authentic experience and the plant nursery to take home a souvenir. And remember, it is forbidden to feed the fish with any food other than what is provided by the Garden.