Argentina
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Study abroad in Argentina and experience the best of Latin American and European flair.
Spreading nearly 3,000 miles down the backbone of South America, Argentina is a vast country with many ecosystems—lush subtropical jungle, vast grasslands, and stony, sub-Antarctic Patagonia—that draw Eco tourists from all over the world. Not to mention that as an ideal location for study abroad, Argentina offers world-class cities, a multitude of cultures, and immersive learning opportunities.
On our Argentina study abroad programs, you’ll spend your days practicing Spanish, studying topics in a local and global context, and taking learning outside of the classroom with our excursions. And when classes are over, take the time to enjoy some of the Argentine national passions: polo, tango, soccer matches, and more.
Argentina’s capital and largest city, Buenos Aires is located in the country’s eastern region along the coast of the Rio de la Plata.
Cabildo
Constructed in the 17th century, the Cabildo is the former Town Hall of Buenos Aires. In the 1800s, Argentines gathered at the Cabildo and declared their independence from Spain. This spurred the May Revolution and the removal of Viceroy Cisneros, the Spanish head of government.
Avenida 9 del Julio
Avenue 9 del Julio, the busiest street in Buenos Aires, is named after the Argentine independence day, July 9th. Along the street are numerous landmarks, businesses, retail stores, and restaurants, including the famous Obelisk.
Tango Performances
A trip to Buenos Aires would not be complete without attending a tango performance. In the late 1800s, tango was a dance for the people in the poorest barrios, or neighborhoods. Today, tango is a phenomenon throughout Argentina and the world.
La Casa Rosada/Casa de Gobierno
La Casa Rosada is the official seat of the executive branch of the government of Argentina, located at the most important plaza, called Plaza de Mayo.
Teatro Colon
The Colón Theatre is one of the most famous opera houses in the world and it is located on 9 de Julio Avenue, in the heart of the city. With perfect acoustics and modern stage areas, this interior design featured a rich scarlet and gold decor.
The Latest from Argentina
Spanish Wins and Losses: A Day in Buenos Aires
8:00 AM My alarm goes off and I hit snooze one more time before waking up for my nine am class at the IES Abroad center.
8:30 AM I eat a quick breakfast of toast with cream cheese and café con leche before heading to the bus stop. Buses here can be a bit unpredictable, and today I’m less than a block away when I see my bus pass by. There’s no use in running, so I wait for the next one and make sure to stick my arm out as it passes by so that they stop.
Eagerly-Not-Yet-Packed: My Pre-departure Thoughts
How I'm feeling as the last couple weeks of summer come to an end and I get ready for Buenos Aires. Also, a few goals I have for this semester abroad.
The Shock of Home
Since returning home, I've learned that reverse culture shock doesn't mean forgetting how to live in your home country. Instead, it's about missing what you left behind and fearing that you’ll forget it. However, I've also learned that there are ways to deal with it.
A Month of Goodbyes
July is here and my study abroad experience is coming to a close. Over the past couple of weeks, I've said goodbye to IES Abroad, to my professors, and to many of my fellow students, and in the coming days I'll have to say goodbye to the city of Buenos Aires itself. All these goodbyes have been heartbreaking, but they have also marked a shift in how I look at my experience abroad.
Second-Language Living
Living and breathing Spanish was one of the main reasons that I chose to study abroad in Buenos Aires, but it was also one of the things that scared me the most. Looking back three months later, I’m definitely glad that I took the leap!
