Step into this stunning converted theater, now an elegant bookstore where you can sip coffee on the former stage while surrounded by shelves of books.
Av. Sta. Fe 1860, C1123 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina Get directions
"A bohemian barrio known for its colonial architecture, tango culture, and vibrant markets. It was once home to the author and retains its artistic charm."
"Ateneo Grand Splendid is one of the most famous bookstores in the world, located in an old theatre. It was named the most beautiful bookstore in the world in 2019 by National Geographic. Despite a small selection of English works, its architecture alone makes it worth a visit." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"El Ateneo Grand Splendid Bookstore Buenos Aires is a city of readers—it supports more bookstores per capita than any other place in the world. The crown jewel of the librerías here is the Ateneo Grand Splendid. Housed in a theater where music legends such as Carlos Gardel once attracted vast crowds, the store features shelf after shelf of tempting volumes on its rounded balconies. Italian frescoes on the domed ceiling and plush red-velvet curtains are from the theater’s original 1919 design. The four-story space carries over 120,000 books and a local-music selection, and there’s a café on the erstwhile stage. By Travesías"
"El Ateneo Grand Splendid Bookstore Buenos Aires is a city of readers—it supports more bookstores per capita than any other place in the world. The crown jewel of the librerías here is the Ateneo Grand Splendid. Housed in a theater where music legends such as Carlos Gardel once attracted vast crowds, the store features shelf after shelf of tempting volumes on its rounded balconies. Italian frescoes on the domed ceiling and plush red-velvet curtains are from the theater’s original 1919 design. The four-story space carries over 120,000 books and a local-music selection, and there’s a café on the erstwhile stage. By Travesías"
"El Ateneo Grand Splendid Bookstore Buenos Aires is a city of readers—it supports more bookstores per capita than any other place in the world. The crown jewel of the librerías here is the Ateneo Grand Splendid. Housed in a theater where music legends such as Carlos Gardel once attracted vast crowds, the store features shelf after shelf of tempting volumes on its rounded balconies. Italian frescoes on the domed ceiling and plush red-velvet curtains are from the theater’s original 1919 design. The four-story space carries over 120,000 books and a local-music selection, and there’s a café on the erstwhile stage. By Travesías"
