Embark on a captivating historical Buenos Aires city tour and discover the fascinating development of Argentina’s capital. Explore the city’s evolution from its foundation to the present day. Book now!
Embark on a captivating historical Buenos Aires city tour and discover the fascinating development of Argentina’s capital. Explore the city’s evolution from its foundation to the present day. Book now!
- Plaza de Mayo - May Square is situated in the Porteño Downtown, within the Monserrat neighborhood, where Buenos Aires was originally founded. Plaza de Mayo is the city’s most significant and oldest public square. Its name honors the May 25, 1810 Revolution, when citizens gathered to oust the Viceroy and establish a creole government. Since then,…
- Plaza de Mayo - May Square is situated in the Porteño Downtown, within the Monserrat neighborhood, where Buenos Aires was originally founded. Plaza de Mayo is the city’s most significant and oldest public square. Its name honors the May 25, 1810 Revolution, when citizens gathered to oust the Viceroy and establish a creole government. Since then, the Square has silently witnessed the country’s most pivotal political and social events.
- Calle Defensa - San Telmo is a historic neighborhood with a bohemian flair, featuring temporary art galleries, night bars, and street murals. Defensa Street, lined with antique shops and lively brasseries, runs through Dorrego Square, attracting many tourists on Sundays for the street market and performances. Winding paths meander through Lezama Park among jacaranda trees. The area is filled with exclusive restaurants offering tango shows.
- Caminito - La Boca is a working-class neighborhood with several attractions near the Riachuelo. Asadores and street artists line Caminito, a narrow alley bordered by brightly colored zinc houses, reflecting its immigrant roots. The Bombonera, the Boca Juniors stadium, becomes a vibrant hub on match days. The Proa Foundation is a modern art museum with temporary exhibits and views of the old docks.
- La Boca - La Boca is a working-class neighborhood with several attractions near the Riachuelo. Asadores and street artists line Caminito, a narrow alley bordered by brightly colored zinc houses, reflecting its immigrant roots. The Bombonera, the Boca Juniors stadium, becomes a vibrant hub on match days. The Proa Foundation is a modern art museum with temporary exhibits and views of the old docks.
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Matanza River - (Optional)
Enjoy a boat ride from La Boca to Puerto Madero. As you sail along the Riachuelo, witness the transition from the vibrant, historic charm of La Boca to the sleek, modern skyscrapers and upscale atmosphere of Puerto Madero. This scenic journey offers a unique perspective of Buenos Aires’ diverse urban landscape, highlighting La Boca’s rich artistic heritage alongside Puerto Madero’s contemporary elegance. - Puerto Madero - Puerto Madero is a revitalized neighborhood facing the bay. Its refurbished redbrick buildings house exclusive grills popular with tourists and businesspeople at lunchtime. Modern skyscrapers host multinational companies and luxury apartments. The area’s lakes are surrounded by trails, as is the Costanera Sur ecological reserve, a favorite among runners and families. The elegant Woman suspension bridge connects the ports.
- Retiro - Retiro is a neighborhood with diverse and tranquil streets. Art galleries and chic cafes lead to the iconic and bustling Retiro train station, British in style and surrounded by fast-food stalls. The art deco Kavanagh building tower offers views of Plaza San Martín, a steep park where office workers relax under jacaranda trees and patriotic monuments. Tourists flock to Florida pedestrian street for its leather goods boutiques, souvenir stalls, and tango dancers.
- Recoleta - Recoleta is a vibrant area, perfect for strolling, known for its Parisian-style terraced houses, grand palaces, and luxury boutiques. A key attraction is the Recoleta Cemetery, home to extravagant tombs of national icons like Eva Perón. The National Museum of Fine Arts showcases masterpieces by Argentine artists, and the Recoleta Cultural Center hosts temporary avant-garde exhibitions. Plaza Francia, with its grassy areas, features a craft market on weekends.
- El Ateneo Grand Splendid - “A novel oasis,” as described by “The Guardian,” is a literary paradise for book lovers. This building, once a theater, still boasts beautiful ceiling frescoes painted by an Italian artist nearly a century ago. It’s fitting, as Buenos Aires is the world’s bookshop capital, with 25 bookshops per 100,000 inhabitants, and “El Ateneo Grand Splendid” is its own Mecca.
- Floralis Generica - This enormous flower sculpture, located in the center of Plaza Naciones Unidas, is the inspired work of architect Eduardo Catalano, who designed and funded the project in 2002. The giant aluminum and steel petals open and close like a real flower every morning and evening.
- Facultad de Derecho - Universidad de Buenos Aires - The Faculty of Law is part of the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s largest university. Founded alongside the university in 1821, it has consistently been one of its largest schools, currently with 23,790 enrolled graduate students. It is one of the most prestigious in the world, offering insights into its operations and history.
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
- Live Commentary
- Professional Local Guide
- Snacks (if option selected)
- Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
- Live Commentary
- Professional Local Guide
- Snacks (if option selected)
- Cemetery entry tickets
- Cemetery entry tickets
In this tour, you will be picked up from your hotel and taken on a historically-based tour of the city, where you will get to see how Buenos Aires developed throughout the years since its foundation. By traveling with an experienced tour guide, they will take you to the most historical and beautiful places of the City, giving you a great insight into…
In this tour, you will be picked up from your hotel and taken on a historically-based tour of the city, where you will get to see how Buenos Aires developed throughout the years since its foundation. By traveling with an experienced tour guide, they will take you to the most historical and beautiful places of the City, giving you a great insight into the “porteños” (people from Buenos Aires) view. You will have the chance to ask your guide as this is a small group, no larger than 15 people, about your interests. We suggest taking this tour early in your visit, as this great overview will show you places to visit during your stay. Choose between our traditional 5 hs tour, an Empanadas snack to enjoy during the tour, or even a boat ride from La Boca to Puerto Madero through the Riachuelo, to enjoy a contrast in scenery: the lively, historic charm of La Boca and the modern skyscrapers and upscale ambiance of Puerto Madero, offering a unique view of Buenos Aires.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This is a kid-friendly tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.