CITY TOUR A LA PLATA: Explore the Cultural and Architectural Wonders of Buenos Aires` Historical City

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Discover La Plata, Buenos Aires province´s Capital, during a half day tour of plenty of architecture, culture, religion and natural science. Something interesting is that La Plata has a perfectly square form. 

1 hour away from Buenos Aires, this tour is a good way to know more about Argentina and to visit other places, appart of the typical ones.

5 hours.
Wednesday, Saturday
*Central Hotels in Buenos Aires - 09:00 hs.
*Meeting point in Buenos Aires center - 14:00 hs.

About this tour

After you get picked up at your central hotel in Buenos Aires, we will go all over 56 kilometers through the La Plata-Buenos Aires route in a comfortable and air conditioned bus. During our trip to La Plata, we will have a beautiful view of the river with the same name, while our guide explains to us the history and central square´s foundation. 

Once we arrive there, we will visit the neogotic cathedral considered as one of the biggest in the world. It was built in 1932 and inspired by the famous europeans cathedrals. 

We will walk through the city diagonals and you will notice the perfect geometric form it has. Also, we will visit the Astronomical Observatory and Argentine Theater while our guide explains us the process and who built it. Then, we will go to the Natural Science Museum, one of the most important museums in South America. It has more than 2 millions of objects and specimens; it is a big Paleontologic, Antropologic, Geologic, Botanic and Zoology centre (Didactic and educational museum of argentine historic species). You will know better the argentinian region and the weather (sea, mountains, Patagonia, etc). It made possible the good conservation of a lot of dinosaur fossils. 

Once we finish the visit, we will get into the bus to go back to Buenos Aires Centre.

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What's included

  • Museums fees.
  • Pick-up at Central Hotels.
  • City Tour in La Plata.
  • Cathedral visit (20 minutes).
  • Natural Sciences Museum visit(1 hour).

Not included

  • Lunch and beverages.
  • Central Hotel Drop-Off.
  • Extras not mentioned in the itinerary.

Low.

Low.

*Comfortable cloth and shoes. *Sunglasses. *Sunscreen. *Small backpack. *Money for extra expenses. *Camera.

*Pick-up only included from centrally located hotels, If your hotel is outside the pick-up area, a meeting point will be assigned. *Exact pick-up time will be advised 24hs before the tour. Times may vary depending on current traffic and other variables. *Minimum 2 passengers

Rates

From CLP 158,113 CLP 134,396

La Plata Excursion (Morning)

From CLP 158,962 CLP 135,118

Group Service Includes: - Museum Tickets - Pick Up by central hotels - City Tour in La Plata - Visit to the cathedral (20 minutes) - Visit Natural Science Museum (1 hour)

Starts 09:00 4 hours Español, English, Portugues
Operates: Wednesday, Saturday
CANCELACION
Free
COSTO
Budget
DIFICULTAD
Low
TEMPORADA
VIAJERO

Frequently asked questions

The La Plata City Tour lasts approximately 5 hours. During this sightseeing tour of La Plata, you'll discover the city's main attractions, such as the Cathedral, the Museum of Natural Sciences, and several iconic buildings. It's ideal for those looking to explore La Plata's cultural and historical richness. This guided tour is an excellent option for those seeking a comprehensive and enriching experience in a short time, making the most of a unique tour of this charming Argentine city.

During our excursion to La Plata, we visited several of the city's top tourist attractions. These included the majestic La Plata Cathedral, famous for its neo-Gothic architecture; the Museum of Natural Sciences, which houses an impressive collection of fossils and exhibits; and the Astronomical Observatory. The tour also included strolls through Plaza Moreno and other points of interest that highlight La Plata's unique urban design. This cultural and architectural tour offers an exceptional opportunity for those interested in history, science, and architecture.

Yes, transportation is included in the La Plata City Tour. The service departs from Buenos Aires, with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation, ensuring comfort throughout the trip. This transportation service allows you to enjoy the tour without worrying about transportation or distance. The tour also includes an expert tour guide who will accompany you throughout the visit, providing cultural and historical details about each destination. This way, you can focus on enjoying yourself and enjoying an enriching experience while discovering the wonders of La Plata.

Yes, we recommend making an advance reservation for the La Plata City Tour. Making a reservation in advance guarantees you a spot on the excursion and allows for more efficient planning of your travel itinerary. Since spots on sightseeing tours can be limited, especially during peak seasons, securing your reservation helps you avoid last-minute inconveniences. Additionally, when booking, you can receive additional information about the meeting point and itinerary details, ensuring a smooth travel experience.

The La Plata City Tour is ideal for the whole family. This sightseeing tour has been designed to be accessible and engaging for people of all ages, providing an educational and entertaining experience. The guided tour of iconic La Plata sites, such as the Cathedral and the Museum of Natural Sciences, offers fascinating cultural and scientific discoveries that children can enjoy as much as adults. The educational nature of the tour makes it an excellent option for a family cultural outing, providing a day filled with learning and unforgettable memories.
4.4 13 reviews
5.0

Visita a Buenos Aires

Se você for visitar Buenos Aires, você deve considerar o tour City Tour Por La Plata. Vair ser uma experiência daquelas!

Jan 31 2019 6:49AM
5.0

city tour en la ciudad de las diagonales

Contratamos este tour con la agencia de turismo Tangol: muy buena agencia de turismo. Recomendable en todo sentido. El tour muy interesante. El guia Santiago fue lo mas destacado: muy amigable y muy preocupado por que la pasemos bien y aprendamos acerca de la historia del su pais. Muchas gracias a Tangol y en especial a Santiago!

Lisandro
5.0

visite de la ville en diagonale

Nous avons engagé cette tournée avec l'agence de tourisme Tangol: très bonne agence de tourisme. Recommandé à tous égards. Le tour très intéressant. Le guide Santiago a été le plus remarquable: très amical et très soucieux de s’amuser et d’apprendre l’histoire de son pays. Merci beaucoup à Tangol et surtout à Santiago!

Lisandro
5.0

Stadtrundfahrt in der Diagonalstadt

Wir haben diese Tour mit der Tourismusagentur Tangol gemietet: sehr gute Tourismusagentur. In jeder Hinsicht zu empfehlen. Die Tour ist sehr interessant. Der Reiseführer Santiago war der herausragendste: sehr freundlich und sehr besorgt, dass wir eine gute Zeit haben und etwas über die Geschichte seines Landes erfahren. Vielen Dank an Tangol und vor allem an Santiago!

Lisandro
4.0

LA PLATA CITY TOUR WITH TANGOL

Really good city tour in La Plata (capital city of Buenos Aires Province). The guide was very knowledgeable and also funny

Saul
4.0

sightseeing in La Plata

We had a good time sightseeing in La Plata. Very interesting city, that is the capital of Buenos Aires province. Especially recommended if you are interested in politics and economy.

Gus
5.0

La Plata city tour

Great city tour. The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful: that was the key. Highly recommended!

Jon
4.0

city tour en La Plata

muy interesante todo el tour. una ciudad muy interesante realmente para conocer en buenos aires, argentina.

Pedro
4.0

visite de la ville à La Plata

très intéressant tout le tour. une ville très intéressante à connaître vraiment à buenos aires, argentine.

Pedro
4.0

Stadtrundfahrt in La Plata

sehr interessant die ganze tour. eine sehr interessante stadt, die man in buenos aires, argentinien wirklich kennen sollte

Pedro
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