Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
NEED TO KNOW
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Bike rentals
are available at Palermo's Parque 3 de Febrero (where you can also rent inline
skates, quadricycles and pedal boats), Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur and via some bike-tour com-
panies (
Click here
).
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Speaking of bikes,
Masa Critica
(Critical Mass; a semi-organized bike ride for thousands) is
alive and well here - and a heap of fun to partake in (
Click here
).
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In November, Buenos Aires'
Marathon
(
www.maratondebuenosaires.org
)
is the southern hemi-
sphere's biggest, attracting nearly 27,000 runners annually.
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Feel the need for
yoga
? There are many places that offer it, including some with instructors that
speak English. Try
Buena Onda Yoga
(
www.buenaondayoga.com
), started by expats; it offers classes
in Palermo and San Telmo.
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Rock climbers should head to
Punto Cumbre
(
www.puntocumbre.com
), a small climbing wall
located inside a Megatlon gym. You'll be provided with belays if you need them. There's a small
bouldering cave, too, along with classes and excursions.
Sports & Activities by Neighborhood
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Puerto Madero
Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur is great for running, bicycling or
walking. These activities are also possible along the dikes' cobbled lanes.
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Palermo
Provides most of central BA's green spaces, along with tennis and golf
courses, running paths and bicycling lanes.
