One of the best things about being a young person is the lack of responsibility like a family and even a serious job. This means that you have the opportunity to get out of your comfort zone, travel and see the world. One of the most important parts of traveling to a new city is making sure you get out and see everything the city has to offer. In order to do this, you will have to be comfortable making your way through the streets. If you are trying to travel on a budget, this will mean becoming knowledgeable of the public transportation system. One city that many young people have recently chosen to travel to is Buenos Aires. Luckily for all of those budget travelers, there are many public transportation options and plenty to see!
When trying to figure out the transportation system in the city, the first thing you will want to have is a map. When taking a cab, you will probably be expected to know the closest intersection to your destination rather than only the number and street. Also, having a map with you all the time will help you be aware of where you are so that a cab driver (taxista) will not try to drive you around aimlessly in order to run the meter. (Don’t worry – this isn’t standard practice, but it is something to look out for.) You will also want to have taken some Spanish classes in Buenos Aires in order to better communicate with your cab driver.
Another way to get around the city is by using the colectivo (bus). While walking around the city, you will notice many different kinds of buses with many different numbers. Some buses even have neon lights and velvet curtains on the inside! In order to try to figure out the bus system, you will want to purchase a Guia T. The Guia T is a guide to the bus system with maps that tell you where each bus line goes. Though it is a guide, it is confusing in and of itself. If you learn Spanish in Buenos Aires, you will have a better chance of finding someone who will be able to explain the guide to you so you can use the bus system with success. There are a lot of things to see in Buenos Aires – the Recoleta cemetery, the San Telmo market and more. Using the public transportation system successfully will help you really enjoy everything the city has to offer!
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