Private Walking Tour of San Telmo

2 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

A private walking tour of San Telmo is akin to a delightful dance with history and culture, with the city as your stage. It's where the cobbled heartbeats of Defensa Street harmonize with the lively symphony of San Telmo Market, and where the age-old whispers of the Parish of San Pedro Telmo echo amidst the neighborhood's lively hum.

This tour is a canvas where Plaza Dorrego paints vibrant pictures of local life, and El Viejo Almacén sets the rhythm of the passionate tango. The Museum of Modern Art weaves stories of innovation against the backdrop of bohemian charm, and finally, Lezama Park serves as the soothing, verdant crescendo of this immersive urban composition.

Each step in this journey is a unique note in San Telmo's enchanting melody.

What's Included

Private tour
Walking hotel pickup and drop-off (if the hotel is on a center location)
Professional guide for 2 hours
Local taxes
Food and drinks
Transportation

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Hotel or place of choice near San Telmo

OR
Meeting point

If your hotel is walking distance from the meeting point, we can see to arrange walking pick up.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Start your exploration from Defensa Street, the soulful artery of San Telmo. With each step on its cobblestone path, you'll journey back in time, surrounded by low-rise colonial buildings adorned with wrought-iron balconies. As you meander, look out for intriguing antique shops, rustic cafés, and street musicians playing the rhythms of Buenos Aires.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Mercado San Telmo

    Step into the San Telmo Market, a bustling beehive of sights, sounds, and smells. Under the wrought-iron roof of this food-lover's paradise, savor the aroma of freshly baked empanadas, admire the riot of colorful fruit stalls, and discover antiques and handmade crafts, each holding a story of their own.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Visit the Parish of San Pedro Telmo, a church with a richly carved facade and tranquil interiors. Its sacred silence provides a stark contrast to the neighborhood's lively atmosphere, offering a peaceful retreat for reflection.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    The heart of San Telmo, Plaza Dorrego, hums with life. This square, filled with leafy trees and wrought-iron benches, is a theater of local life. On Sundays, it transforms into a flea market, where antiques, vintage items, and tango memorabilia are on display.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Pay a visit to El Viejo Almacén, one of the oldest and most traditional tango venues. Within its dimly-lit, intimate interiors, experience the passionate dance that is as much a part of Buenos Aires as its buildings. Witness a tango show or, better yet, join a dance class.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Head to the Museum of Modern Art (MAMBA), where San Telmo's bohemian spirit meets contemporary art. Within the austere, industrial walls of a renovated tobacco factory, explore a collection of works by some of Argentina's most innovative artists.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    End your tour in Lezama Park, a green oasis in the heart of San Telmo. Sit on a bench overlooking the amphitheater, relish the beauty of the landscaped gardens, and reflect on the neighborhood's blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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