El Obelisco
About
El Obelisco (The Obelisk) was erected in 1936 to commemorate the creation of the city. It is built on the site where the national flag was flown for the first time. The Obelisco is located in the Plaza de la República, right at the intersection of Avenida 9 de Julio and Avenida Corrientes.
What is the Obelisk in Buenos Aires?
The Obelisco de Buenos Aires is one of the city's main landmarks. It is a popular gathering spot, especially for sports fans celebrating their teams' triumphs. During major events, such as the World Cup or local championship victories, the area around the Obelisco Buenos Aires comes alive with jubilant celebrations.
How Tall is the Obelisk in Buenos Aires?
The Obelisco de Buenos Aires stands 68 meters tall.
Why Visit the Obelisco?
The plaza around the Obelisco is often used for cultural events and by government agencies raising awareness on various issues. The Obelisk at night is an impressive sight, illuminated and surrounded by buildings with bright neon billboards. It is also conveniently located near the theaters along Avenida Corrientes. Not far from is the world renowned Teatro Colon.
In October 2024 work started on installing a lift and internal panoramic viewing platform, which will be open to visitors by Spring 2025. This new feature is expected to make El Obelisco one of Buenos Aires' main attractions to visit.
Where is the Obelisk of Buenos Aires?
The Obelisco is situated in the Plaza de la República, at the intersection of Avenida 9 de Julio and Avenida Corrientes.
Did You Know?
Surprisingly, the construction of the Obelisco only took approximately four weeks in total.
How to get to El Obelisco:
Subway:
Linea B: Get off at Carlos Pellegrini Station.
Linea C: Get off at Diagonal Norte Station.
Linea D: Get off at 9 de Julio Station.
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.
Address
Intersection of Avenida 9 de Julio and Avenida Corrientes.
If you're interested in more popular places to visit in Buenos Aires, take a look at our Best Attractions in Buenos Aires.
