Buenos Aires vs Rio de Janeiro
Can't choose between Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro? Look at cost, timing, and the kind of trip you want.
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 Rio de Janeiro
- Local food tour of Rio de Janeiro
- Central market & street-food lunch
So, Buenos Aires or Rio de Janeiro?
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.
Rio de Janeiro is the better call for Local food tour of Rio de Janeiro and Central market & street-food lunch and a lighter daily spend. Best visited May or June.
Buenos Aires vs Rio de Janeiro: questions
Is Buenos Aires or Rio de Janeiro cheaper?+
Buenos Aires is generally the more affordable of the two. Budget roughly $130/day for Buenos Aires and $130/day for Rio de Janeiro for a mid-range trip, before flights.
Buenos Aires or Rio de Janeiro, which has better weather?+
Buenos Aires is best in January, October, November, while Rio de Janeiro shines in May, June, August. Pick the one whose ideal window matches your travel dates.
Should I visit Buenos Aires or Rio de Janeiro first?+
Pick the one that matches the trip you want. The comparison above is a start. Then plan whichever you choose.