If you’re chasing some fascinating places that are nearby, head 2 miles from Avellaneda to La Boca. Whether you visit for a day or just an afternoon, there’s lots to keep you busy.

If you plan to do some serious networking in the convention centers of Avellaneda, it’d be wise to get yourself a rental car. That way, you’ll be able to go for a spin, take a look at some surrounding attractions and be sure that you’ll make it there on time. You’ll likely be heading to one of these buildings:

• La Rural (7 miles away).
• La Rural Convention Center (7 miles away).

The wide, open road is calling, and Avellaneda is a wonderful base to kick-start your journey. Situated 5 miles from downtown, the first thing you ought to pick up is the key to one our reliable rental cars. An SUV will get you in and around Buenos Aires in absolute comfort — or you might want to head off the beaten track and discover hidden gems with a robust four-wheel drive. For zipping around the city, we’d recommend going with a mini car. They won’t be as roomy, but they’ll be wonderful at sliding into those tiny parking lots.

Sometimes the journey is more significant than the destination, which makes choosing the right car important. If you’re planning an unforgettable road trip around Avellaneda, a spacious SUV could be your perfect match. If you’re hoping for the cheapest price possible and plan to stick to city driving, a budget compact is hard to beat. All you have to do is work out what’s the best fit, throw your bags in the trunk, and rack up those miles.

Whether you’ll be scooting around the city streets or cruising the highways, you’ll need to know the local traffic laws before you reach Avellaneda. Explore this neighborhood and beyond with these tips:

You’ll be cruising along the right-hand side of the road in Avellaneda. Even though the rules may be similar to home, it’s wise to drive a bit more cautiously in places you’ve never been.

If you’d prefer not to cruise around at a snail’s pace, avoid the roads in Avellaneda between 5:00 am and 9:00 am. In the afternoon, the busiest hours are from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

For the most part, parking in Avellaneda is an easy task. If you’re on the way to one of the more popular sights in town, it’s a good idea to consider parking options before you set off.

Just like the greater Buenos Aires area, the neighborhood of Avellaneda has speed limits that range from 40km/h to 120km/h. In residential areas, you usually won’t be able to drive faster than 40km/h.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen rental car company may bill the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the more common practice. Otherwise, it may provide your contact information to the relevant local authority so the fine is issued straight to you.

Although there are a few exceptions, seat belts must be fastened in Buenos Aires.

If you have Bluetooth or similar functions enabled, it’s legal to use your phone while cruising around Avellaneda. But make sure you keep focused on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while driving in Avellaneda is 0.05%. If you’re planning on partying, leave your rental wheels behind and organize some other way of getting home instead.

No, so don’t risk a fine by doing it. In Avellaneda, red equals stop, with no exceptions. When approaching a set of traffic lights, always drive at a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.