\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t When your left eye starts to twitch and you\u2019re desperate for a quick escape from the city, but don\u2019t have the time for a trip, we\u2019ve got you covered. Here\u2019s our favorite getaways and green spots, without even leaving Buenos Aires.<\/p>\n
Parks of Palermo Palermo has some green spaces that are super accessible, but shaded enough you can barely hear traffic. These three are worth checking out.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Jard\u00edn Japon\u00e9s\u00a0<\/p>\n
Av. Casares 3450, Palermo
\nWebsite: www.jardinjapones.org.ar\u00a0
\nInstagram: @jardinjapones
\nHours: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.\u00a0
\nEntry fee for Argentine residents is ARS$4,500, non-residents ARS$13,500<\/p>\n
Surrounded by the Palermo Woods, this calm corner of Buenos Aires claims to be the largest Japanese-style garden outside Japan. It was built in 1967, designed by landscaper Yasuo Inomata, on the occasion of Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan\u2019s visit. You can wander among bonsai, azaleas, kokedamas, orchids, and stone lanterns. And watch the hundreds of colorful koi fish swimming in the ponds.<\/p>\n
The garden regularly hosts cultural events and also features a Chashitsu (tea house), an art gallery, and a Japanese restaurant.<\/p>\n
Jard\u00edn Bot\u00e1nico Carlos Thays<\/p>\n
About twelve acres of greenery in the heart of Palermo are reserved for Argentine flora, and another five feature species from the temperate forests of five continents, along with a collection of palm trees, cacti, and more. There are 1,580 plant species that live in the Botanical Garden \u2014including an array of street cats.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll also find the Botanical Interpretation Center, the Children\u2019s Nature Library, a butterfly garden, a large sculpture collection, and an English-style mansion that houses the administrative offices and the Interpretation Center. The main greenhouse is a large iron and glass building brought from France in 1897.<\/p>\n
Bosques de Palermo<\/p>\n
Sarmiento Av. and Del Libertador Av.
\nWebsite<\/p>\n
Popularly known as the Palermo Woods, this iconic green space includes forests, four lakes (Regatas Lake, Rosedal Lake, Planetarium Lake, and Victoria Ocampo Lake), 29 plazas, and many paths and promenades which stretch across 914 acres of the Palermo neighborhood.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s an ideal place to spend the day relaxing or exploring. You can have a picnic under the shade of tall trees or by the lakes, stroll through the rose garden, rent a rowboat or pedal boat, go for a run or bike ride along the many paths, or buy a ticket to visit the Planetarium, the S\u00edvori Museum, or the Japanese Garden.<\/p>\n
Reserva Ecol\u00f3gica Costanera Sur Av. Dr. Trist\u00e1n Ach\u00e1val Rodr\u00edguez 1550, Puerto Madero
\nWebsite
\nInstagram: @reservaecologicasur
\nHours: Tuesdays through Sundays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closes when it\u2019s raining
\nFree entry<\/p>\n
At 865 acres the Ecological Reserve is the largest green space in Buenos Aires and one of the city\u2019s favorite spots for walking, biking, jogging, hiking, or spending the day.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Forests, grasslands and lagoons make up this wetland ecosystem. And there are 2,000 species of plants, animals, fungi, insects, turtles, lizards, and coipos (native river rodents) that can be spotted along its six trails.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The space also draws birdwatchers worldwide \u2014 there are more than 343 bird species and you can spot at least 50 different kinds in just two hours.<\/p>\n
Riverfront sites along Costanera Norte Buenos Aires has historically turned its back to the river, but in recent years the city government has attempted to change that. There are currently a couple of parks along the river near Aeroparque Jorge Newbery that are worth visiting, especially if you have kids. Keep in mind that since they are rather new, trees were planted only recently so shade areas are still scarce.<\/p>\n
Parque Carrasco<\/p>\n
Av. Costanera Rafael Obligado and Jer\u00f3nimo Salguero
\nWebsite\u00a0<\/p>\n
This park has a new hornero-themed playground (a type of South American bird) with swings, slides, climbing structures, bouncers, and play panels. It\u2019s also a great spot to watch planes take off \u2014 they pass by all the time.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s lots of green space to run, play, and have a picnic, with river views along the waterfront. There\u2019s a basketball court, concrete tables and benches, and if you\u2019re driving, there\u2019s parking available.<\/p>\n
Parque Salguero<\/p>\n
Av. Costanera Rafael Obligado, near Salguero Street
\nWebsite<\/p>\n
Across from Parque Carrasco is Parque Salguero, another green space facing the R\u00edo de la Plata. This new public park was formerly a golf club \u2014 which had remained in private use for over 30 years. It now offers walking paths, picnic areas and activities for kids and adults.<\/p>\n
Villa Ocampo OK, technically you have to leave Buenos Aires City for this one, but Beccar is close enough and well-worth the trek. Villa Ocampo, the residence of writer and editor Victoria Ocampo, was an aristocratic meeting place for some of the most important writers and thinkers of the 20th century. Throughout its history, guests have included Albert Camus, Graham Greene and Pablo Neruda. Today, Villa Ocampo is owned by UNESCO and stands as an emblematic cultural site and a Historical Monument in Argentina.<\/p>\n
You can tour the amazing rationalist-style mansion, as well as explore the large beautiful park around it that is very peaceful and relaxing. They also host a number of literary events and workshops.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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