The best football/soccer player of all times -according to a survey made by the FIFA web site- Diego Armando Maradona has many places in Buenos Aires that depict him. Although he was born in the outskirts of the city (in Villa Fiorito, Lanús neighborhood, south border of Buenos Aires), he lives nowadays here and has spent most of his active player life in its fields. Hostel Colonial suggests you three places to find Maradona in Buenos Aires.
Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, La Paternal: the home team here is Argentinos Juniors, the club where he started his career and where he played between 1976 and 1980. When the stadium was redesigned in 2003, both its President and the fans chose to name it after the current Argentine team coach to honor him. The club is located in the residential neighborhood of La Paternal. The main entrance is on 1271 Punta Arenas St. The outside walls are covered by paintings where you will find “El Diego” (as he’s called by his followers).
Boca Juniors Stadium and Museum, La Boca: perhaps the place that most identifies with Maradona. The team where he became world famous and the one he supports. He played there in 1981 (winning the local championship) and returned to end his career between 1995 and 1997. He has an Executive Box in the Stadium and assist to every game Boca plays there. In the “Pasión Boquense Museum” you’ll find different objects and memories of his years in the team. The Stadium and the Museum are located on 805 Brandsen St., La Boca.Villa Devoto neighborhood: is a residential neighborhood in the northwest of the city. Maradona has always lived here while staying in Argentina. First, in a house (in José Luis Cantilo St., between Marcos Paz St and Segurola Ave), where his fathers live now, and in these days in a three floor apartment in 4310 Habana St. (on the corner of Segurola Ave). In front of his current house you can regularly find all kind of presents that his followers leave. Plus, this beautiful neighborhood is worth a visit.
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