About this experience
Enjoy a pleasant and fun stroll, discovering and hearing about the history, architecture, local habits, economy, mores, and unique quirks that make the city special, filled with insightful discoveries as you visit the most relevant local sites. Small groups led by the knowledgeable guides. This is a tip-based tour — our small fee only covers reservations and logistics. At the end, you’re welcome to tip your guide as you feel appropriate.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
What is included
- Professional English guide
Itinerary and highlights
The meeting point leads to Plaza Lavalle Square, Law Courts Building and Teatro Colon (Opera house). Then we see Main Synagogue, Cervantes Theatre and walk through Cordoba Ave to Florida Street
We see famous pedestrian street how Buenos Aires was born , Pacific Galleries, Centro Naval, Harrods building and then land at San Martin Park , Kavanagh building and Santisimo Sacramento church, British Clock tower, San Martin's Monument, Paz Palace and then move through Lavish Barrio Norte into Recoleta neighborhood
We see all aristocratic mansions, art galleries, european buildings like Mihanovich and Estrugamou and Alvear palaces (Vatican, Duhau, Hume and more) and 5 star hotels. We show you the Patio Bullrich shopping while we go to Recoleta surroundings
We arrive to Recoleta neighborhood visiting Nuestra señora del Pilar church, famous Cafe La Biela in front of Recoleta cemetery entrance and park
We can walk in the Recoleta neighborhood passing without stopping by national Fise Arts Museum, Palis de Glace, Evita's Foundation, National Library, Errazuriz Palace ending at the giant mettallic flower, the Foloralis Generica
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet 10:00am daily 365/yr opposite the Law Courts (next block to Teatro Colon Opera House) outside Cafe Petit Colon, corner of 505 Libertad St. -- just a block away from the Obelisk along the Diagonal Av. (map below): look for our Buenos Aires Free Walking Tours guides.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Buenos Aires Walking Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- private tour: Your group will be the only pax to be guided if you select this option. Minimum 2 people
- Duration: 1 hour Admission ticket: Discover Recoleta Cemetery and have a deep knowledge of it for one hour with one of our expert guides
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