Historic Buenos Aires: Private Half-Day Walking Tour

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

See the iconic highlights of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s vibrant capital city, on this half-day private walking tour that includes a short taxi ride. You’ll enjoy the city’s colourful modern culture as you learn about the country’s dramatic political and military past and present, as well as its colonial history at Plaza de Mayo. Hear the moving story of the Abuelas and Madres (Mothers and Grandmothers) of Plaza de Mayo, who have campaigned for the return of their missing children since 1977. Admire the French and Italianate architecture, including the presidential palace and see the cathedral that was home to Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio, before he became Pope Francis. Standing beneath the famous balcony, learn why Eva Peron, more widely known as Evita, is still so loved by the city, and be sure to sample the famous hot chocolate and churros at the iconic Café Tortoni.

* Please note that Museo del Bicentenario is available during weekend tours only.

What's Included

1 optional transfer from Cafe Tortoni to Congreso
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend snacks along the way
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup/drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you at the entrance to "Bolivar Metro station" located at Av. Pres. Julio A. Roca 501, Buenos Aires.

End point

Outside the "Congreso de la Nacion", Av. Entre Ríos, C1033 CABA, Argentina. The tour will stop at Plaza del Congreso de la Nacion, where your guide will give you recommendations for restaurants, shopping areas, or other information related to the area.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Take a stroll around Plaza de Mayo, an iconic 19th century square in Buenos Aires that has witnessed remarkable moments throughout Argentina's history.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Step into the magnificent Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral, where Jorge Bergoglio, now Pope Francis, led mass as Archbishop until 2013.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Travel back in time at the Cabildo, a public building in Buenos Aires, which used to be the seat of the Spanish coloniser's city council.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Casa Rosada

    Walk by Casa Rosada, where Argentina's president holds office, and find out the origin of its colour.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Visit Museo del Bicentenario, also known as Museo Casa Rosada, inaugurated in 2011 to commemorate 200 years since Argentina's May Revolution (only available on weekend tours).

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Dive into the oldest bookstore in Buenos Aires, Libreria de Ávila, opened in 1777 by Professor Francisco Salvio Marull.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Step into one of Buenos Aires’ great culinary icons: Café Tortoni, inaugurated in 1858 and famous for its delicious hot chocolate and churros!

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Learn about Argentine politics from the 19th century to the current day at the Congreso de la Nacion Argentino.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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