Buenos Aires
#5 in Best Places in Central and South America
It’s hard not to fall in love with the wide boulevards, alluring architecture and Parisian-style cafes of Buenos Aires. In addition to its good looks, Argentina’s capital city is teeming with culture. Plan to visit its world-class National Museum of Fine Arts, colorful Palermo neighborhood and bustling Corrientes Avenue, where you’ll find an array of theaters, bars and tango clubs. Also save time for some people-watching while sipping an espresso at a charming cafe.
Lima
#6 in Best Places in Central and South America
Despite its population of more than 10 million people, the capital of Peru is one of South America’s best kept secrets. Its pre-Columbian roots and founding by Spanish conquistadors make it especially appealing to history enthusiasts. Travelers can tour everything from the active archaeological site at Huaca Pucllana to the Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco, one of the city’s best examples of Hispano-American Baroque architecture. Following a busy day of sightseeing, visitors can get a taste of Lima’s fresh seafood in popular local dishes like ceviche and conchas negras (black clams).
