Palermo Botánico
Also known as: Palermo Chico (nearby)
The quietest corner of Palermo — centered around the Botanical Garden and Japanese Garden. All the benefits of the Palermo location with a fraction of the noise.
Living in Palermo Botánico
Palermo Botánico is the Palermo that Palermo residents dream about when Soho gets too loud. Named for the beautiful Jardín Botánico (Botanical Garden), this pocket neighborhood sits between Palermo Soho to the west and Recoleta to the south. The streets are lined with mature trees, the buildings are elegant (many art-deco gems), and the Japanese Garden and Botanical Garden provide an oasis of green calm.
The area around Plaza Italia and the Jardín Zoológico (now Ecoparque) is the neighborhood's heart. The Subte D line stops right at Plaza Italia, giving you excellent connectivity. What makes Botánico special for expats is its hybrid character: you're a 10-minute walk from Palermo Soho's restaurants and bars, 5 minutes from Recoleta's museums, and surrounded by the best parks in the city.
Yet the streets themselves are quiet and residential. Rents are high — similar to Soho — but you get more tranquility. It's particularly popular with couples and young families who want the Palermo ecosystem without the weekend noise.
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At a Glance
Including rent, food, transport, and entertainment
- D (Plaza Italia)
Coffee: Moderate — benefits from Palermo proximity
Coworking: Access to Palermo's 10+ spaces
Who Should Live Here?
- Couples
- Nature lovers
- Quiet-seeking professionals
- Families
- Nightlife seekers
- Budget travelers
Highlights
- Botanical Garden and Japanese Garden at your doorstep
- Quieter than Palermo Soho
- Excellent Subte D connectivity (Plaza Italia)
- Walking distance to both Palermo and Recoleta
- Beautiful tree-lined streets
- Art-deco apartment buildings
Considerations
- High rents (comparable to Soho)
- Limited dining options in the immediate area
- Tourist traffic around the gardens on weekends
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