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Parque Lezama

📍 Parque Lezama, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Introduction

Parque Lezama is one of Buenos Aires' oldest parks, set on high ground between San Telmo and La Boca. It features historic statues, palm trees and a colonial-era mansion (now the National Historical Museum), with views towards the Río de la Plata skyline.

Highlights

1
Old green space
Opened to the public in the 1860s, among the city's oldest parks.
2
History museum
The colonial mansion inside is now the National Historical Museum.
3
High ground
Sits on a bluff with views toward the riverside skyline.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationDefensa at Av. Martín García, San Telmo, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Time neededAbout 45 minutes
AdmissionFree park

💡 Tips

Late afternoon brings local walkers and a relaxed atmosphere.
Snack stalls inside the park offer a quick break.
A ten-minute walk south leads into La Boca — plan the route accordingly.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Parque Lezama?

Late afternoon brings local walkers and a relaxed atmosphere. Snack stalls inside the park offer a quick break.