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Palacio San Martín

📍 Palacio San Martín, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Quick Facts

Location
Argentina, Buenos Aires
Category
Sightseeing
Duration
30分钟
Address
Palacio San Martín, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Coordinates
-34.5940, -58.3990

Introduction

The Palacio San Martín is a neoclassical palace in Buenos Aires, built in 1909 as the residence of the wealthy Anchorena/Ocampo family and home to Argentina's Ministry of Foreign Affairs since 1936. Its ballroom, banqueting halls and marble staircase are sumptuous, making it one of the country's most representative aristocratic buildings.

✨ Highlights

1
Aristocratic home
Built in 1909 for the Ocampo family with lavish French-style interiors.
2
Foreign ministry
Seat of Argentina's foreign ministry since 1936, host of historic diplomacy.
3
Architectural art
Marble staircase, gilded salons and ballroom — among the finest interiors in the city.

🛈 Practical Info

→Location:Arenales 761, Recoleta, Buenos Aires, Argentina
→Time needed:About 1 hour (guided visit)
→Ticket Information:Free guided visits on certain days; booking required

💡 Tips

• Government building — visits require booking and ID.
• Tours are mostly in Spanish; confirm English availability.
• The exterior is always viewable, next to Plaza San Martín.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Palacio San Martín?

Free guided visits on certain days; booking required

Any practical tips for visiting Palacio San Martín?

Government building — visits require booking and ID. Tours are mostly in Spanish; confirm English availability.

How long should I spend at Palacio San Martín?

A typical visit takes 30分钟.