The Mate Museum is a unique space on the iconic Avenida de Mayo . During your visit, you`ll discover why this infusion is the soul of Argentina, exploring everything from its ancestral roots to its current role in our identity.
Every corner of the museum is designed as a dynamic experience that blends history, art, and tradition. It`s the ideal plan for those seeking a unique and original cultural experience in the heart of the city.
What will you find on your visit?
- Themed Rooms : A journey through the evolution of mate over time.
- Exclusive Collection : An exhibition of antique mate gourds , handcrafted pieces, and unique historical artifacts.
- Origin : Discover the history of yerba mate, from its discovery by the indigenous peoples to its spread throughout South America.
- Rituals and Customs : A space dedicated to the art of sharing and the traditional objects associated with its preparation.
1 hours
Every day
Av. de Mayo 853
Opening hours: 09:00 AM (Last entry time: 6:30 PM)
Start times for guided tours, depending on the option chosen: 10:30 AM, and 3:00 PM.
Av. de Mayo 853
Closing time: 7:00 PM.
Guided tour end times, depending on the option chosen: 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
About this tour
We invite you to experience something unique in the heart of the city by visiting the Mate Museum , a space dedicated to one of Argentina`s most iconic traditions. Located on the historic Avenida de Mayo, this museum offers a fascinating journey through the history, evolution, and cultural significance of mate, a symbol of gathering, friendship, and national identity.
Through a valuable collection of antique pieces, mates from different eras, bombillas, kettles, historical containers and traditional objects, you will learn how this custom born in ancestral times continues to be present today in the daily lives of millions of people.
During the visit you will discover the Guarani origin of yerba mate, its expansion throughout South America and the social importance of sharing mate in Argentine culture.
In addition, depending on the option chosen, you can complement your experience with a specialized guided tour and/or a tasting in the Mate-Bar , where you will learn how to properly prepare mate while tasting different varieties of yerba.
Available Options
Museum Entrance Only
Ideal for those who wish to explore the museum at their own pace and freely enjoy the permanent exhibitions.
Admission + Guided Tour
Add a professional explanation from specialized guides who will accompany you through the rooms, revealing curiosities, history and secrets of the mate culture.
Entrance + Tasting
In addition to museum admission, enjoy a sensory experience at the Mate-Bar by tasting different yerba mate varieties and learning brewing and preparation techniques.
Admission + Guided Tour + Tasting
The most complete option to experience the world of mate from beginning to end: guided tour of the museum + tasting with commentary from specialists.
What's included
- Entrance to the Mate Museum.
- Depending on the option chosen: guided tour, tasting, or both.
Rates
From
EUR 7
Museum Ticket Only
From
EUR 7
Entrance ticket only. Guided tour and tasting not included.
Starts 09:00
1 hours
Español
Operates: Every day
Ticket + Guided Tour - Am
From
EUR 13
Includes museum admission ticket and guided tour of the museum from 10:30 to 11:00. Does not include tasting.
Starts 10:30
1 hours
Español
Operates: Every day
Ticket + Guided Tour - Pm
From
EUR 13
Includes museum admission ticket and guided tour of the museum from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Does not include tasting.
Starts 15:00
1 hours
Español
Operates: Every day
Ticket + Tasting
From
EUR 22
Includes museum admission ticket and a tasting at the Mate-Bar. Does not include a guided tour.
Starts 09:00
1 hours
Español
Operates: Every day
Ticket + Tasting + Guided Tour - Am
From
EUR 26
Includes museum entrance ticket, tasting at the Mate-Bar and guided tour of the museum from 10:30 to 11 am.
Starts 10:30
2 hours
Español
Operates: Every day
Ticket + Tasting + Guided Tour - Pm
From
EUR 26
Includes museum entrance ticket, tasting at the Mate-Bar and guided tour of the museum from 3:00 to 3:30 pm.
Starts 15:00
2 hours
Español
Operates: Every day
CANCELACION
48hs Before The Trip