[El Ateneo Grand Splendid] Be intoxicated by the beauty of the space where a theater has been transformed into a bookstore.

El Ateneo Grand Splendid in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is known as the second most beautiful bookstore in the world. If it's number two, you might be wondering where the first one is. The building was originally a theater that was converted into a bookstore, and even today the frescoes on the ceiling, the auditorium, and the shape of the stage remain intact. More than searching for books, you'll be overwhelmed by the space itself. In particular, the stage area has been turned into a cafe, and it's like a dream come true to be able to drink coffee in a theater surrounded by books. ⸻ 📍Location Buenos Aires, Argentina Avenida Santa Fe 1860 (about 5 minutes walk from Callao Station on subway line D) 🕰️Opening hours Mon-Fri: 9:00-20:00 Sat: 10:00-18:00 Sun: Closed 💸Admission fee Free (open as a bookstore) ⸻ 🌟Points to remember when visiting ・Photography is allowed (but no flash) ・The cafe behind the stage is popular, so it can get crowded depending on the time of day ・If you want to enjoy the atmosphere of the building, it is recommended to go in the morning when there are fewer people ・A wide selection of foreign and Spanish books (you can also purchase them) ⸻ #ElAteneo #Buenos Aires #Argentina trip #Second most beautiful bookstore in the world #Bookstore tour #Around the world