Plaza de Mayo
About
La Plaza de Mayo (The May Square) is one of the main centers of Buenos Aires and holds significant historical importance to Argentina. It has been the site of many pivotal events, including the May Revolution of 1810, the Constitution of 1860, the Peronist rallies in the 1940s, and the protests following the economic collapse in 2001. For many years, the mothers of the Plaza de Mayo, known for wearing white head scarves as a symbol of their missing children, gather in the square to remember their loved ones who disappeared under the military rule.
Why Were the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo Upset with Argentina’s Military Government? The mothers of the Plaza de Mayo were deeply upset with Argentina’s military government due to the forced disappearance of their children during the military dictatorship.
Why Visit Plaza de Mayo?
Plaza de Mayo Buenos Aires is a must-visit due to its centrality and historical significance. The plaza often hosts organized events and various protests. This offers a glimpse into the current struggles and frustrations of local citizens with the ruling establishments. The plaza is also close to many landmarks and areas of interest, such as La Casa Rosada and Catedral Metropolitana. It has also been the scene of celebration. Football fans gathered in Plaza de Mayo to see Diego Maradona and his teammates celebrate winning the FIFA 1986 World Cup from the balcony of La Casa Rosada. Many years before, Juan Domingo Perón and his wife Eva Perón waved to their supporters who gathered in Plaza de Mayo also from the famous balcony.
Did You Know?
After a meeting with then-President Carlos Menem, pop star Madonna sang her rendition of "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina" for the movie Evita from the balcony of La Casa Rosada, which overlooks Plaza de Mayo.
If you're interested in more popular places to visit in Buenos Aires, take a look at our Best Attractions in Buenos Aires.
How to get to Plaza de Mayo:
Subway:
Linea A: Get off at Plaza de Mayo Station.
Linea D: Get off at Catedral Station.
Linea E: Get off at Bolivar Station.
Bus:
Routes 5, 7, 9, 10, 17, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 33, 38, 39, 45, 50, 54, 56, 59, 60, 61, 62, 64, 67, 70, 74, 86, 91, 93, 100, 102, 105, 111, 116, 126, 129, 130, 142, 143, 146, 152, 159, 168, and 195 pass close by.
To find out more about using public transport in Buenos Aires, including details on buses, subways, trains, taxis, ride-sharing services, and how to obtain and use the SUBE card, visit the Best Way to Get Around Buenos Aires section.
