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Come along on a unique tour that explores the often-overlooked Afro-Argentine history and culture, led by members of the local community. You'll discover the African roots woven into the fabric of Buenos Aires' buildings, stories, and even tango. Our tour of the historic neighborhood of San Telmo, uncovering the rich legacy of Afro-Argentines from pre-colonial times to the modern-day activism reshaping the country's relationship to race.
On this walking tour, we'll explore the old slave trading quarters and housing, as well as San Telmo Church, Dorrego Square, minimal house, and tenements. Along the way, you'll learn about the history of the Afro-Argentines, as well as the process of invisibilization of Black heritage and the activism that fights for an anti-racist Argentina.
We use the profits from our Black Heritage department to promote affordable tours for locals, sponsor free tours for kids and highlight the contributions of our Black community.
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet you in the park, by the statue of María Remedios del Valle
Our tour will finish at El Tambo Afro, the first shop for Black talents in Argentina, where you'll be able to use a restroom before continuing your adventure and continue to support black-owned businesses.
Itinerary
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Travellers will see the smallest house in the city of Buenos Aires, where they'll learn about the path to freedom and the organization of the Afro-Argentines after the end of slavery.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We will walk by the square where the most famous antiques market takes place every Sunday
Admission ticket free -
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We will make a stop in a traditional place in the heart of the colonial neighborhood of San Telmo. Here we'll have a drink and talk about Africa before colonization, as well as the daily lives of the people who worked in the house.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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One of the oldest in the city. Work began in 1735 and under the expulsion of the jesuits, the Bethlemite religious order continued the work. Also has a museum with pieces dating back over 200 years.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Learn about the process of European immigration that symbolically erased the African heritage from our country. Here you'll discover the African roots of many popular cultural assets of Argentina, like tango, asado or even our Lunfardo slang.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Our accredited guide will meet at Parque Lezama to explain the origins of the African population in the Rio de la Plata region, explaining the slave trade in what today is Argentina.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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