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Spanish Immersion in Buenos Aires, Argentina

by: Arcos Journeys Abroad

4.83 (30)Verified

Study Spanish in the vibrant city of Buenos Aires! This cosmopolitan South American capital is known as the Paris of South America. Take language classes in the mornings at a Cervantes Institute in the very heart of downtown and only a block from the Plaza de Mayo. Live with a carefully selected homestay in one of the city’s historic neighborhoods. Experience the very best Buenos Aires has to offer such as bike rides through an ecological reserve, boating in Palermo park, and the passion of a tango performance. Tour the famous neighborhoods of La Recoleta, San Telmo, and Palermo. Learn about the gaucho, the Argentine cowboy, while spending a day horseback riding and enjoying an asado or traditional barbecue. Cruise the canals of El Tigre, the delta region north of Buenos Aires where boats are the only means of transportation. Get another stamp in your passport and travel to Colonia, Uruguay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoons, explore the incredibly rich and eclectic neighborhoods of Buenos Aires. All levels of Spanish are welcome.

Program Highlights

Live in Buenos Aires, one of the world’s most cultured cities.

Participate in daily activities such as museum visits, cooking, and dance classes.

Travel to Colonia, Uruguay and experience its colonial charms.

Study Spanish in a historic building in downtown Buenos Aires, just one block from the Plaza de Mayo.

Tour La Bombonera, the famous soccer stadium home to the Boca Juniors team.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Buenos Aires, Argentina
Starts At: $900-1250
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTerms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement: 14-17
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Latin American Studies
  • Spanish
Focus Areas:
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion
  • Student Exchange
Languages:
  • Spanish
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • American
  • Canadian
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Last Updated: Jul 22, 2026

Awards

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2025 - High School AbroadGoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - High School AbroadTop Rated Provider 2023 - High School AbroadTop Rated High School Abroad Organization 2022Top Rated Organization 2021 - High School Abroad

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

4.83

Total Reviews

30

I had a fantastic trip!

August 15, 2026by: Advait Madabhushi - United States
5

The Arcos Journey abroad was very fun, the cultural immersion aspect of it made my experience in Buenos Aires so fun. I especially enjoyed that we went on several excursions not just in Buenos Aires and within Argentina, but also the trip to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, was also a very enjoyable experience so I want to thank Arcos for this experience.

I had a fantastic trip!

August 15, 2026by: Advait Madabhushi - United States
5

The Arcos Journey abroad was very fun, the cultural immersion aspect of it made my experience in Buenos Aires so fun. I especially enjoyed that we went on several excursions not just in Buenos Aires and within Argentina, but also the trip to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, was also a very enjoyable experience so I want to thank Arcos for this experience.

Safe environment to learn a new language and culture

December 24, 2025by: Jimmy Jacobson
5

The Arcos team provided excellent support, even though we registered late. The biggest benefits for my child were the safe environment while learning a new language and a new culture. This is a program you can trust! They truly looked after our child.

Excellent opportunity!

December 10, 2025by: Heather Brandon
5

This was an excellent opportunity, and we are so appreciative that this experience is offered. My daughter had an amazing experience, and the host family was perfectly matched! She learned a tremendous amount, from becoming more fluent in Spanish to navigating travel independently. Most importantly, she gained a deeper understanding of how people live outside the US and how much this world has to offer if you simply "jump in." Have faith in your children and let them go!

Ideal program

November 08, 2025by: Alicia Barker
5

This program is ideal for independent students. Our daughter enjoyed her host family and neighborhood in Buenos Aires. The director, Beatriz, was great. The greatest benefit my daughter gained was improving her Spanish skills through the classes, program activities and the homestay.

Top notch

October 25, 2025by: Margaret Pearson
5

Arcos offers great programs for independent and culturally adventurous teens. We love these trips because they give your child more independence. I also like that it's a true cultural experience and not overly "high end", the teens are not coddled or given tons of special treatment. The activities were appropriate and fun and the Spanish lessons were top notch

Immense benefits

June 28, 2025by: Esme Barker
4

On the Argentina program I explored a new city (Buenos Aires) and learned a lot of Spanish from my host family. While homesickness was a little bit of a challenge, the benefits were immense and it was definitely a great experience. Explore the city by walking to a store or cafe and checking out everything along the way.

Had so much fun

June 28, 2025by: Alahna Burns
4

As a student on the Argentina Spanish Language & Culture program with Arcos, I got to experience so much of Buenos Aires. I drank mate, did city tours, and improved my Spanish both in class and in real life. I absolutely recommend this program to future students; it is definitely worth it!

Made so many good memories

June 28, 2025by: Jean Pearson
5

My Spanish skills improved immensely, and I gained a much better understanding of South America. Make sure to utilize the public transportation. A main challenge for me was estimating travel times between locations. I made so many memries, from savoring delicious local dishes like pollo a la milanesa to exploring the beautiful Estancia La Cina Cina which was my favorite Arcos excursion. I especially loved the pottery activity where I made my own mate cup. Some of my most cherished memories came from simple moments, like sharing dinner with my host mom’s extended family. They made me truly feel welcomed.

Learned so much about Argentina

June 28, 2025by: Brooklyn Friesen
5

The Arcos directors were incredibly nice and helpful, and taught me so much about Argentina. The teachers were great, and I learned a lot in classes. My homestay was wonderful. Exploring the city and learning the language and culture were major benefits. Be sure to have fun and explore during your free time!

Everyone was super friendly!

August 27, 2024by: Antonio Alejandro Bevacqua
5

Everyone was super friendly! It was a really good curriculum and I learned a lot of Spanish. My host mom was really nice and I loved her dog. The greatest benefit of the program was earning a lot of Spanish. I genuinely recommend Arcos! They helped me have a great time!

Explore as much as you can

August 27, 2024by: Cooper Fagan
5

My Spanish improved tremendously! I would absolutely recommend it. My Arcos program director was like my mom for the trip and she was incredible and keeping everyone safe and happy all the time. My advice is to explore as much as you can and make the most of every moment!

Get out of your comfort zone

August 27, 2024by: Isaac Lazaroff
5

The classes were small and my teacher was amazing. My host mom was great. I loved my director! I enjoyed getting to know new poeple and getting out of my comfort zone in the city of Buenos Aires. I would absolutely recommend this program if you want to study abroad in Argentina.

I am more fluent now

August 12, 2024by: Stella Hobson
4

I learned a lot of Spanish with my Argentine homestay. My Arcos program director was very nice and helpful. My host mom was very nice and funny. The biggest take-away was learning how to speak Spanish more fluently. This is something you will remember for the rest of your life.

Gain knowledge about the world

August 12, 2024by: Sienna Sarre
5

With Arcos you learn so much about other cultures and gain knowledge about the world. The language school was very cool and the staff were all very kind and helpful. My host mom was very nice. My program director was supper kind and helpful. I loved my homestay!

Most helpful Spanish class I’ve ever taken in my life

August 12, 2024by: Will Itskovich
5

Arcos staff was overall very responsible and fun. I loved my host mom! I got to have the most helpful Spanish class I’ve ever taken in my life. My advice is to make an effort! Speak Spanish as much as you can to get the most out of the program. It will work!

11 out of 10!

August 12, 2024by: Michael Hamilton
5

Everything about the home stay was great including the conversations, the meals, and the room itself. The best thing and greatest benefit was learning Spanish. Everything was so great that that I would give a 11 out of 10 if I could. Excellent choice for summer in Argentina!

Wonderful program

April 25, 2024by: Molly O'Donnell
5

My Arcos director was absolutely wonderful and did such a great job with the students. She was extremely knowledgeable. The language school was flexible and accommodating. As a faculty leader, I was pleased with the experience and encourage my students to take the opportunity to study abroad.

Enjoy everything as much as you can

April 25, 2024by: Gavin Alder
5

The Arcos staff was very kind and considerate to make us happy. I learned a lot about different cultures. It was helpful to learn in a new environment. My host mother is a very kind person and I enjoyed living with the family. My advice is to enjoy everything as much as you can!

Don't be scared to try new things!

April 25, 2024by: Louise Juliette Kulson
5

My director was super nice! I loved all the excursions we took. I increased my understanding of Argentine culture and I was surprised by my improvements at speaking Spanish. My biggest challenge was the language barrier, but with enough practice you can overcome it.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Buenos Aires, Argentina

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Latin American Studies
  • Spanish
  • Focus Areas
  • Homestays
  • Language Immersion
  • Student Exchange
  • Languages
  • Spanish

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Summer
Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • American
  • Canadian

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Starts At

$900-1250

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Refund Policy

Other

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • Spanish

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Online Application
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Study Spanish in the vibrant city of Buenos Aires! This cosmopolitan South American capital is known as the Paris of South America. Take language classes in the mornings at a Cervantes Institute in the very heart of downtown and only a block from the Plaza de Mayo. Live with a carefully selected homestay in one of the city’s historic neighborhoods. Experience the very best Buenos Aires has to offer such as bike rides through an ecological reserve, boating in Palermo park, and the passion of a tango performance. Tour the famous neighborhoods of La Recoleta, San Telmo, and Palermo. Learn about the gaucho, the Argentine cowboy, while spending a day horseback riding and enjoying an asado or traditional barbecue. Cruise the canals of El Tigre, the delta region north of Buenos Aires where boat...

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