Argentina Vacations: Top 4 Buenos Aires Museums

Buenos Aires is the capital of Argentina, and as such, it is the center for much of the history's history, art, culture, and political developments. Dozens upon dozens of museums can be enjoyed on Buenos Aires vacation packages, a great activity no matter where your interests lie. Better yet, the Night of Museums is held every November during which many of the venues are open until the wee hours of the morning.

On your next Buenos Aires trip, stop by one of the following 4 excellent museums to take in Argentine history and culture through a new outlet.

1. Museo de los Ninos (Children's Museum)
This children's museum rivals that of those on the international stage. Its many exhibits and stimulation sites allows young ones to dress up and act their part, discovering careers such as being a shopkeeper, banker, and more. Written descriptions are written at a reading level perfect for children, and all the gadgets are clean and function well. The Museo de los Ninos is targeted towards those between ages 3 and 12.

2. Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires (MALBA)
This outstanding art museum was first opened in 2001 and is home to some of the most famous paintings and artists' work on earth. Its collection of diverse modern art includes works by artists such as Mexico's Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo and the USA's Andy Warhol. The venue is non-profit, and the MALBA cultural center hosts regular events available to the public. As well, the museum offers free entrance on Wendesdays, allowing no excuses for leaving this fantastic museum out of your Argentina vacation packages.

3. Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
Arguably the second most popular art museum in Buenos Aires after the MALBA, there are a total of 32 exhibit halls in the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes. Not only are there works by renowned artists such as Monet and Renoir, there are also pieces by famed Argentine creatives such as Sivori and Solar. There are even some older pieces that date back as far as the 12th century!

4. The Evita Museum
Even before Madonna's portrayal, Eva Peron was an icon of Argentina, South America, and throughout the world for being the First Lady of Argentina from 1946 to 1952. She remains a beloved historical figure, almost to the point of legendary mysticism, due to her charitable contributions and liberal promotion of women's rights. Her final resting place lies in the La Recoleta Cemetery, but the Evita Museum showcases other items from her thorough career as an actress and later a political figure.

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