Pirámide de Mayo Monument
Monument commemorating May Revolution in central Buenos Aires
Obelisk erected in 1811 at Buenos Aires' Plaza de Mayo marking the May Revolution. Tourists visit the monument for its history and proximity to the Casa Rosada, cafés and civic demonstrations.
Pirámide de Mayo at a Glance#
Address: Plaza de Mayo, C1064AAB, Buenos Aires, Argentina
About Pirámide de Mayo#
The Pirámide de Mayo is a public monument located in Plaza de Mayo in central Buenos Aires that commemorates the May Revolution of 1810. It was erected in the early 19th century and is one of the oldest civic monuments in Argentina.
The monument occupies the central space of Plaza de Mayo and is frequently photographed alongside the Casa Rosada and the Metropolitan Cathedral. It functions as a focal point for civic events and historic remembrance.
Plaza de Mayo lies in the historical heart of Buenos Aires and the Pirámide de Mayo sits amid a dense urban setting of government buildings, ministries and public squares.
- Central location: Sits at the centre of Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires and is closely associated with nearby government buildings including the Casa Rosada.
- Commemorative role: Erected to commemorate the May Revolution of 1810 and remains an enduring civic and commemorative focal point in the city.
How to Get to Pirámide de Mayo#
Plaza de Mayo is in downtown Buenos Aires, a short walk from subway lines A and C (station Catedral or Plaza de Mayo). Many bus lines also pass nearby; the area is pedestrian-friendly but expect crowds during political events.
Tips for Visiting Pirámide de Mayo#
- Visit Plaza de Mayo early morning to see the square without crowds and to observe the presidential palace and cathedral in quiet light.
- Read about the May Revolution (25 May 1810) beforehand-the Pirámide de Mayo commemorates those events and the square is layered with political memory.
- Watch for demonstrations-Plaza de Mayo remains a favourite site for political gatherings and the mood can change quickly.
Best Time to Visit Pirámide de Mayo#
Spring and autumn offer comfortable visiting conditions; winter and summer can be colder or hotter respectively but the square is active year-round.
Weather & Climate near Pirámide de Mayo#
Pirámide de Mayo'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 (1155 mm/year), wettest in March, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 19° - 29° | 24° | 115 mm | some cloud | 68% | 4.4 m/s | 3.0 extreme | 14.0h |
| February | Excellent | 18° - 28° | 23° | 110 mm | some cloud | 72% | 4.2 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.2h |
| March | Excellent | 17° - 26° | 21° | 116 mm | some cloud | 74% | 4.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.2h |
| April | Excellent | 13° - 22° | 18° | 99 mm | some cloud | 75% | 4.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| May | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
| June | Very Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 81 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
| July | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 82 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.0h |
| August | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 12° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.7h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.7h |
| October | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| November | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 20° | 104 mm | some cloud | 71% | 4.7 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.8h |
| December | Excellent | 17° - 28° | 23° | 99 mm | some cloud | 68% | 4.6 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 14.3h |
