• Climate: Buenos Aires has an average annual temperature of 18°C ​​(64°F). The climate is mild, with both hot and cold days allowing you to explore the city without any problems. May is a great time to visit Buenos Aires. The weather is generally slightly cool and windy, with temperatures ranging from 52–65°F (11–18°C). Temperatures are pleasant during the day, but cool at night.

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• Currency: In Argentina, the currency is the peso. The exchange rate with the US dollar varies daily. Most businesses accept dollars and euros as payment. However, depending on the location, they usually accept them at a lower rate. There are many exchange offices in Buenos Aires where you can exchange currency without any problem. Likewise, most tourist hotels generally offer currency exchange services. However, we remind you that in the city, you can easily pay with most credit cards.

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• Power supply: 220V / Power adapters: European - Chinese / Australian.​

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• ​​Language: The official language is Spanish. However, there are local variations, such as "tú" being replaced by "vos" for informal conversation. The use of "che" is a sign of confidence and is used to capture the other person's attention. Both English and Portuguese are spoken by people involved in tourism.​

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• Religion: There is complete freedom of worship. The official religion is Roman Catholicism. However, there are several other religious centers, most notably the central synagogue and the Mosque of Palermo.​

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• Health: No vaccinations are required before arriving in Buenos Aires. We can confirm that the city is safe in terms of health, as it has potable water (public water supply). All public hospitals are open to tourists. Furthermore, they provide free care.​

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• ​​Safety: Although Buenos Aires is a safe place, like any major city, you should be cautious in certain areas. For example: if you travel by subway, carry your bag or belongings hanging in front of you, never on your back. The same applies if you take a bus and cannot sit down. If you take a taxi, it's best to call a radio taxi; most are safe and offer several services. At night, avoid places that aren't very crowded. You can generally walk around any neighborhood in Buenos Aires without any worries, but always make sure the streets are lit. It's also not recommended to leave bags or purses hanging from chairs in public places (restaurants, bars, etc.). Most of these places offer a cloakroom service.​

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• ​Tourist Ombudsman: If you experience any type of mistreatment, abuse, or discrimination during your visit to Buenos Aires, you can contact the Tourist Ombudsman. Their phone number is (+5411) 5295 6906. You can also visit any of their eight offices in person. The central office is located at Av. Paseo Colón 484, in the Monserrat neighborhood. They are available Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Contact email: turistacentral@defensoria.org.ar​

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• Emergency Phones: From any public telephone, you can call the following emergency numbers, free of charge: 100-Fire Department; 911-Police; 107-Medical Assistance.