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For many children travelling in Buenos Aires, the chaos and hum and drum of the city can be quite intimidating, but look just a little further and you'll find an attraction tucked away in almost every corner and in just about every barrio (neighbourhood).

Buenos Aires is a great city to explore by foot, but for the more active, it is also extremely bicycle-friendly. Rent a bike and pedal your way round the leafy suburbs and side streets stopping off for the occasional attraction. Take the kids to the Nueve de Julio Avenue, claimed to be the widest avenue in the world, and admire the 220-foot-tall (67metre) obelisk in the centre, marking the heart of Buenos Aires. Or for a slightly more cultural experience, take a stroll in Recoleta with the children past the Floralis Genérica, a working metal sculpture of a flower that opens and closes with the sun - the kids will be in awe!

For those days when the sun isn't shining, head to one of the many indoor playgrounds or museums dotted around the city, such as the Museo de Los Ninos, or even the Galileo Galilei Planetarium where children will have a great time stargazing and learning about the solar system.

La Boca

La Boca ('the mouth') is the most colourful neighbourhood or barrio in Buenos Aires, original home of both football legend Diego Maradona and the tango. An assortment of brightly-painted low houses made of wood and metal line the streets, including the famed main street... see full details

Buenos Aires Zoo

Home to over 350 animal species and known for some of its exotic breeding, the Buenos Aires zoo is the perfect place for families, a romantic date or tourists. With nine species of mammals, 49 species of reptiles and 175 species of birds,... see full details

Museo de Los Ninos

Located inside the Abasto Shopping Centre, the Museo de Los Ninos is a great way for children to explore a multitude of future careers by means of interactive exhibits. The exhibits include a miniature TV station with working cameras, a doctor's office, radio station... see full details

La Calle de los Títeres

A real-life version of Punch and Judy takes place at the Centreo Cultural del Sur and regular puppet shows and puppet making classes are guaranteed to keep children occupied for hours. Children will love the chance to interact with other kids as well... see full details

Bosques de Palermo

The inner-city park of Bosques de Palermo is a great place for families to relax and unwind on a warm summers afternoon. The park offers plenty of space for kids to run around and play and other family-oriented activities to be enjoyed include... see full details

Galileo Galilei Planetarium

The Galileo Galilei Plantarium is located inside the Bosques de Palermo and its massive dome rises out of the horizon, making it almost impossible to miss. On any given day, this planetarium is abuzz with the chatter of children and inquisitive young minds coming... see full details

Buenos Aires Botanical Gardens

Lined with trees, flowers and other indigenous plants, the Buenos Aires Botanical Gardens are a great place to take the kids for a day out. With plenty of open space to run around, the gardens make an ideal location to relax with a... see full details

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