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Follow the educational and religious path made by Jorge Bergoglio before he became Pope Francis! On this 3-hour tour in Buenos Aires, birthplace of the current pope, you’ll visit all of the formative places that shaped his character, from schools to churches — and even a sports club. This tour is for participants of any age who want to know more about the background of this historical world religious leader. Numbers are limited to 20 people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers must be present at 10AM at Tangol San Telmo, Address: Defensa 831.
Tour ends at Plaza de Mayo
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Meet your guide and small group in San Telmo and travel through Buenos Aires. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of the colorful Mama Antula mural, dedicated to Argentina’s first saint, and the historic Santa Casa de Ejercicios Espirituales, an important spiritual landmark closely connected to Pope Francis and his Jesuit roots.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Continue to the impressive Basílica María Auxiliadora y San Carlos, a stunning neo-Gothic church where Pope Francis was baptized on Christmas Day in 1936. Inside, admire its richly decorated interiors and see the historic baptismal font while your guide shares images of the original baptism certificate. Then visit Iglesia Santa María de Almagro, home to the famous Eucharistic Miracle of Buenos Aires. Discover the exact location of the event and learn about the scientific investigation commissioned by Jorge Bergoglio during his time as bishop. Your journey continues at the historic Oratorio Salesiano San Antonio, where faith and football come together. Outside the oratory, learn how Father Lorenzo Massa founded Club Atlético San Lorenzo de Almagro in 1908 — the beloved football club passionately supported by Pope Francis.
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(Pass by)
Visit the colorful Mural de Jorge Mario Bergoglio, a tribute to Pope Francis and his roots in Flores, perfect for a photo stop. Continue to his birthplace at Casa Natal de Jorge Mario Bergoglio, where you will see the family home façade and commemorative plaque, with archival images shared by your guide. Pass by the Escuela Primaria Nº 8 A. J. Frazier and the former family home at Membrillar 531, both key places from his childhood and youth in the Flores neighborhood. Continue to Capilla Nuestra Señora de la Misericordia, an important early spiritual site where he received his First Communion. End at the historic Basílica San José de Flores, where you will enter the church and visit the confessional linked to his vocation, with free time for the on-site religious shop.
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Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral (Pass by)
ontinue to the Iglesia y Colegio del Salvador, a landmark Jesuit institution where a young Pope Francis worked as a respected teacher in the 1960s. Then visit the historic Iglesia San Ignacio de Loyola, the oldest surviving church in the city, located in the heart of the Manzana de las Luces and closely tied to the Jesuit heritage. Continue to the beautiful Iglesia San Francisco de Asís, a Franciscan temple whose symbolism reflects the ideals of humility and peace that inspired Bergoglio’s papacy. End the tour at the majestic Catedral Metropolitana de Buenos Aires in Plaza de Mayo, where you will enter and explore the main nave, the altar where he led major masses as Archbishop, and the museum dedicated to his pastoral legacy before becoming Pope.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice, depending on mass schedules or the availability of the churches.
- We suggest bringing local cash (ARS) if you would like to buy souvenirs.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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