Basílica Nuestra Señora del Pilar
About
Located next to the Recoleta Cemetery, the Basílica Nuestra Señora del Pilar (Basilica of Our Lady of Pilar) was consecrated in 1732 by the order of the Recoletos Monks. Thanks to restoration efforts, the Basílica has maintained its original look from the early colonial era. In 1942, it was declared a National Monument of Historic Importance.
Why Visit the Basílica Nuestra Señora del Pilar?
A visit to the Basílica Nuestra Señora del Pilar allows access to the cloisters, which house a museum dedicated to religious art and historical artifacts. You can also explore the basilica's crypt, which runs like a small labyrinth beneath the church.
The museum is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. On the first Sunday of every month, they are open from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Guided tours are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 4:00 p.m.
You can consult the Basilica's Website for further information.
Did You Know?
The Baroque-Germanic altar in the Basílica Nuestra Señora del Pilar was brought from Peru along the mule trails and features Inca motifs.
Other attractions close to the Recoleta Cemetery include the Museo National de Bellas Artes, Recoleta Cemetery and La Floralis Generica Sculpture.
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 There
Subte
The nearest station is Las Heras on Linea H (the yellow-colored line). It’s approximately a 10-minute walk from there to the basilica.
Bus
The following local bus routes pass within a close radius to the basilica: 5, 10, 17, 37, 38, 39, 41, 59, 60, 61, 62, 67, 75, 92, 93, 95, 101, 102, 106, 108, 110, 124, 130, and 152.
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Address
Junín 1900
