Buenos Aires can get very cramped. I have found the one of the many parks is my greatest relief here. Another option for a quiet day is the Japanese Gardens. The main street is Av. Figueroa Alcorta, but it is on Av. Rodolfo Berro between Av. Sarmiento and Av. Casares. It is in Palermo on the other side of Av. Del Libertador, where all the parks are.
For only 5 pesos, it felt so good to get inside and feel a sense of peace. I arrived early and by the time I left, it was busy. Arrive early to places, if you trying to avoid people because no one is early here.
Unfortunately, you can’t use that rule with everything because many times being early can mean too early. You can’t always rely on the hours on the door. **
If you are single or lonely, don’t go to the Japanese Gardens. There are kissing couples at every turn, of all ages. But, if you have someone to kiss, definitely go to the Japanese Gardens together.
There was a cute gift shop with a cafe. The main restaurant with was in the big building pictured was a tad expensive.
There wasn’t a garden. There was a greenhouse that sold flowers and plants.
The biggest thrill was the fish in the pond. The kids fed them and they were fascinating to watch. There were so many of them.
There were quiet little sections to sit. I would have liked to have had a little blanket. There were benches but many times they were occupied.
Overall, the people were happy and friendly. It felt good to be there amongst happy people with their families.
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