The walking tour begins at our office in the San Telmo neighborhood. This is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Buenos Aires and has a vibrant tango and arts scene. Its antique markets, street lighting (known as "lanterns"), cobblestones, ancient buildings and decoration Original, they add to the unique bohemian atmosphere of the place. Sundays are the busiest days as the street market comes to life around Plaza Dorrego.
Once the excursion begins, we will enter the San Telmo market, a building inaugurated in 1897 to supply the large wave of immigrants who arrived at that time. Today, you can still find some stores selling meat, vegetables and other groceries, although most of the stores offer local cuisine and specialties from around the world. Here we will taste some delicious empanadas.
We will continue our way along Defensa Street , in the heart of the San Telmo neighborhood, until we reach Plaza Dorrego and, after observing the various stalls selling crafts, we will take a bus to reach the La Boca, known for the stadium of the Boca Juniors team and the colorful Caminito street. We will be enchanted by the dancing and singing performances of street tango and we will learn how tango, soccer and different immigration influences have made Buenos Aires one of the most irresistible cities in the world. Here we will take a break while we enjoy a coffee and a snack.
On board another bus we will enjoy the views of the modern skyscrapers of Puerto Madero until you reach the Plaza de Mayo, the main square of Buenos Aires and the political heart of Argentina. We will visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and observe the Cabildo, the colonial City Hall, and the Casa Rosada, the seat of the executive power.
After touring the square, we will go to the Obelisk, symbol of Buenos Aires, going through the real experience of the daily life of an Argentine citizen and walking along the lively Avenida 9 de Julio, the widest avenue in the world. Historical buildings, monuments and streets will show the changes that the city has undergone since its founding.
On board the subway, We will arrive at the Recoleta neighborhood where we will find beautiful architecture, a large number of museums, elegant cafes and restaurants, exclusive avenues and shopping centers.
We will tour the impressive Recoleta Cemetery, the resting place of a large part of the country`s aristocratic families and recognized figures in history such as Eva Duarte Perón. Here we will end the tour, having the rest of the afternoon to walk and explore on your own.
*The order of the attractions to visit may be modified at the guide`s discretion