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Usina del Arte
CultureVisit: ~75 min
Cultural centre in La Boca, housed in the former power station of the Italo-Argentine Electricity Company, a brick building from the early 20th century. It was renovated and reopened in 2012 as a concert hall and art space, with its great brick tower and refurbished halls. It hosts symphonic and chamber music, exhibitions and workshops, and has become a visible part of the neighbourhood's renewal.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Usina del Arte: 3 missions
- Continue the walk towards CaminitoFrom the Usina, walk on towards the La Boca neighbourhood and its area of coloured houses.
- Discover the halls of the former power stationGo in and wander the spaces open to the public, seeing how the industrial building was converted.
- Look at the brick façade and the towerWalk around the building and notice the exposed brick and the tower that recall its industrial past.
Near Usina del Arte
La Boca1.0 km awayLa Bombonera1.0 km awayCaminito1.3 km awayFundación Proa1.3 km awaySan Telmo1.6 km awayPlaza Dorrego1.6 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Usina del Arte?
Allow about 1 h 15 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Usina del Arte?
Continue the walk towards Caminito, Discover the halls of the former power station and Look at the brick façade and the tower.
What is there to see near Usina del Arte?
La Boca (1.0 km), La Bombonera (1.0 km) and Caminito (1.3 km).
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