Cementerio de la Recoleta is a famous cemetery in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is located in the Recoleta neighborhood and contains the graves of many prominent people. It was inaugurated on November 17, 1822, during the governorship of Brigadier General Martín Rodríguez, with Bernardino Rivadavia as his minister of government.
Visiting the Cementerio de la Recoleta is free, but donations are welcome.
The cemetery is open every day from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., and guided tours are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..
You can get to the Cementerio de la Recoleta by bus, subway, taxi or walking. The nearest subway station is Pueyrredón on line D, and the nearest bus lines are 10, 17, 37, 59, 60 and 101.
Some tips for visiting the Cementerio de la Recoleta are: wear comfortable shoes, bring water and sunscreen, respect the silence and the mourners, and avoid touching the sculptures and monuments. You can also download a map of the cemetery from its official website or use the QR codes that are displayed at the entrance and throughout the cemetery.
The tours are a great way to learn more about the history and architecture of the Cementerio de la Recoleta, as well as the stories of some of its famous residents. Some of the most visited tombs are those of Eva Perón (Evita), Luis Federico Leloir and Adolfo Bioy Casares, among others. The tours are offered in Spanish and English, and you can join them at any time without reservation.
Some of the things to see in the Cementerio de la Recoleta are: the impressive mausoleums and vaults adorned with marble and sculptures, some of which are works of renowned architects and artists; the more than 90 vaults that have been declared National Historic Monuments; and the variety of styles that range from Greek temples to Egyptian pyramids.
Some of the prohibitions in the Cementerio de la Recoleta are: smoking, drinking alcohol, littering, taking photos or videos for commercial purposes without authorization, and entering with pets. The cemetery staff may ask you to leave if you do not comply with these rules.
