Great and important one 💧 — especially because many travelers are unsure about water safety in Argentina.
🚰 Can You Drink the Tap Water in Buenos Aires? #
✅ The Short Answer #
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Yes, tap water in Buenos Aires is safe to drink.
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It comes from the Río de la Plata, treated and regulated by AySA (Agua y Saneamientos Argentinos), the public water utility.
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Locals drink it daily without issues.
⚠️ Things to Consider #
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Taste & quality vary: Some neighborhoods have older pipes, so the water might taste chlorinated or metallic.
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Outside Buenos Aires: In smaller towns or rural areas, water quality may be less reliable → stick to bottled or filtered water.
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Hotels & restaurants: Often serve bottled water because many visitors prefer it.
🧴 Alternatives #
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Bottled water is cheap and widely available.
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Water filters / refill stations are becoming common in coworking spaces and some hostels.
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If you have a sensitive stomach, bottled water may be a safer choice, especially outside the capital.
✅ Quick Tips for Travelers #
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In Buenos Aires → Tap water is safe, but if the taste bothers you, use a filter or buy bottled.
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On day trips (like Tigre, Colonia del Sacramento, or Patagonia trips) → Stick to bottled.
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For brushing teeth → Tap water is fine everywhere.
For more detailed info, please read our full article about tap water in Buenos Aires.
