Buenos Aires has 45 parks, 249 squares, 427 small squares, 361 central flower beds in streets and avenues, 30 gardens and 57 spaces with other names. But don’t let these numbers fool you. Some of them are just a tiled area, while others are a large complex of parks, gardens, and lakes. Let´s find out!

Ecological Reserve
This is one of the largest green space in Buenos Aires. It has its origin in land reclaimed from the river thanks to the deposits of debris thrown from the city and the action of nature. In its 350 hectares you will find more than 600 species of plants (including the Ceibo, the national tree of Argentina), 300 species of birds and 50 different types of butterflies. In more modest numbers there are also 23 species of reptiles and 10 of mammals. And you can cross any of them on a tour!

It has several paths that you can follow and areas with tables and grass where you can sit. People like to bike, run, and bird watch. It’s an oasis where you can escape from the noise and rush of the downtown. At the entrances to the park there are information modules for guided tours, as well as public restrooms. If you want to visit it, the hours are from Tuesday to Sunday from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm and if you look for something more interesting, they even have guided tours by night!

For more information you can visit its website: https://turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar/en/otros-establecimientos/ecological-reserve

Lezama Park
The Lezama Park (Parque Lezama), with its irregular layout, covers 7.7 hectares on the border between the neighborhoods of San Telmo and La Boca. It has more than 500 trees, as well as monuments, sculptures and ornaments that you can enjoy walking along its many paths.

It was formerly a country house whose owner, Gregorio Lezama, imported exotic trees and plants and hired European landscapers to design a luxurious private garden. His widow, Ángela Álzaga, sold the land to the city council in 1894 to make a public promenade.

As you can imagine, the most important thing in this place is the history. Several historians believe that the city was first founded here and the monument to Juan de Garay, founder of Buenos Aires, reflects this. It is also home to the National Historical Museum, which is free to enter. During the weekend there is a craft fair, a market for various products, and art and dance shows.


We will visit these two beautiful places on our "Different Buenos Aires" tour so you can take a look at it. But, if you are still in the city, we recommend that you also visit them with more time to enjoy their spaces and secrets.