A bit of Blighty in the heart of Buenos Aires, the BAC puts on loads of free events such as plays and films in English as well as jazz, Celtic and classical...

Classical performances are usually at 4pm on Sundays, from April to December; arrive well in advance if you hope to secure a good seat.

Set in a spectacular old theatre equipped with two bars, El Teatro is decidedly a rocker joint: the bars don't have imported whiskey, just beer and basic...

The Monumental - home to Club Atlético River Plate, the eternal rivals of Boca Juniors - was the setting for the opening and the final of the 1978 World...

Argentinians do love their guitar music. Hence the enduring popularity of this so-called 'temple of rock' , which opened in 1917 and can hold 5,000 souls....

Enjoy a more intimate operatic experience in this former paper factory, where groups stage little-performed classical works.

In the ruins of an old mansion dating from 1895, the Trastienda holds 400 people seated at small tables and another 1,000 standing. A mecca for serious...

Lily Allen, Cyndi Lauper and Arctic Monkeys are among the stars to have recently graced the stage of this large boxing arena. It's a great space, but there...

Local rock and blues bands play in this charming old San Telmo house, and though most are not well known, they're wisely selected, so it's worth the...

Since Teatro Opera opened in 1872, many great local artists have performed here. Jazz greats such as Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald have also graced...

With its regular lines and tempered classicism, the Colón is one of Buenos Aires' key architectural as well as cultural landmarks. Closed for a major...

The Gran Rex is ideal for those artists (like Björk) who require the attention of a comfortably seated audience. The theatre holds 3,500, and punters can...

This stunning example of Catalonian architecture is a treat for your eyes as well as your ears, with its carefully preserved interior and superb acoustics...

Vaca Profana is a major stop-off point for a wide range of quality local bands. Small and intimate with good drinks and tapas, it's a prime spot to relax...