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Buenos Aires vs Mexico City

Can't choose between Buenos Aires and Mexico City? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want.

January, October, November
Best time to visit
January, February, March
$130
Typical cost / day
$130
USD
Currency
USD
4 days
Ideal length
4 days
18 spots
Live highlights
8 spots

Top things to do in Buenos Aires

  • Belgrano (Buenos Aires Underground)
  • Otto Wulff Building
  • Moreno (Buenos Aires Underground)
  • Radio Disney (Argentina)
  • Local food tour of Buenos Aires

Top things to do in Mexico City

  • Casa Talavera Cultural Center
  • Convent of La Merced, Mexico City
  • La Merced (neighborhood)
  • Valvanera Cathedral, Mexico City
  • Local food tour of Mexico City

So, Buenos Aires or Mexico City?

B

Buenos Aires is the pick if you want better value and highlights like Belgrano (Buenos Aires Underground) and Otto Wulff Building. Best visited January or October.

M

Mexico City is the better call for Casa Talavera Cultural Center and Convent of La Merced, Mexico City and a lighter daily spend. Best visited January or February.

Buenos Aires vs Mexico City: questions

Is Buenos Aires or Mexico City cheaper?+

Buenos Aires is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly $130/day for Buenos Aires and $130/day for Mexico City for a mid-range trip, before flights.

Buenos Aires or Mexico City, which has better weather?+

Buenos Aires is best in January, October, November, while Mexico City shines in January, February, March. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.

Should I visit Buenos Aires or Mexico City first?+

Pick the one that matches the trip you want. The comparison above is a start. Then plan whichever you choose.

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