Obelisco de Buenos Aires
A 67-meter white obelisk built in 1936 to mark the city's 400th anniversary. It stands in the middle of 9 de Julio Avenue, said to be the world's widest avenue.
The obelisk stands in Plaza de la República, where 9 de Julio Avenue meets Corrientes Avenue. It rises 67.5 meters and is Buenos Aires' most recognizable landmark, the site of football celebrations and large gatherings. 9 de Julio Avenue has 16 lanes in total and is about 140 meters wide, so you'll need to wait for the lights several times to cross it. The obelisk is not open to visitors for climbing, though limited-time reservation events are occasionally held. The square can be viewed all day, and it is most photogenic at night under the lights. The nearby Corrientes Avenue is home to theaters and old pizzerias such as Güerrín and Banchero. Exit at Carlos Pellegrini / 9 de Julio station, where Subway lines B, C and D meet. Watch out for pickpockets in crowded areas.
Opening hours
All day (exterior only)
Nearby sights
- Teatro Colón
- Café Tortoni
- Palacio Barolo
- Galerías Pacífico
- Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral
- Buenos Aires Cabildo
- Plaza de Mayo / Casa Rosada
- Plaza San Martín