Obelisco de Buenos Aires
Monument Iconic city obelisk marking Buenos Aires landmark crossroads
The Obelisco anchors Avenida 9 de Julio at Buenos Aires’ historic core; tourists photograph it while heading to Teatro Colón, Plaza de la República and nearby cafés.
The Obelisco de Buenos Aires is a prominent stone monument located on Avenida 9 de Julio in central Buenos Aires, erected in 1936 as a civic landmark. It marks a historic crossroads in the city and is one of Buenos Aires’ most recognizable monuments.
The obelisk is a short walk from major theatres and cultural venues and is frequently photographed against the avenue’s broad vista; it functions as a common meeting point and an axis for civic demonstrations. Visitors approach from nearby avenues and plazas to view the monument and the surrounding cityscape.
Commissioned in the 1930s as a monument to commemorate the city’s founding milestones, it was designed and built quickly during a period of major urban works on Avenida 9 de Julio. The obelisk has since been the focus of restorations and symbolic events.
Sited at the intersection of Avenida 9 de Julio and Avenida Corrientes on the Plaza de la República in Buenos Aires, the monument sits in the heart of the city’s central business and cultural district.
- Date and designer: Erected in 1936 and designed by architect Alberto Prebisch, the monument stands on Avenida 9 de Julio at the Plaza de la República.
- Height and location: Height is approximately 67.5 metres, making it a prominent city landmark and a common meeting point in central Buenos Aires.
How to Get to Obelisco de Buenos Aires #
The Obelisco is in central Buenos Aires at Avenida 9 de Julio and Avenida Corrientes. Metro lines B (Diagonal Norte), D (Carlos Pellegrini) and C (Lima) serve nearby stations; it’s a short walk from Plaza de Mayo and the Microcentro.
Tips for Visiting Obelisco de Buenos Aires #
- Visit at dawn or late evening to see the obelisk lit against the city - the plaza is less busy and street life is more visible.
- Cross Avenida 9 de Julio using the underpasses rather than the surface crossings; the road is extremely wide and fast-moving.
- Walk the adjacent side streets (Avenida Corrientes) for classic Buenos Aires cafés and theatres.
Best Time to Visit Obelisco de Buenos Aires #
Spring and autumn offer comfortable walking weather; evenings are lively year-round in the surrounding neighborhoods.
Weather & Climate near Obelisco de Buenos Aires #
Obelisco de Buenos Aires's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1144 mm/year), wettest in March, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (115 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (115 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).
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