Best of Buenos Aires: Guided Sightseeing City Tour

Overview

Discover Buenos Aires through two unique options that allow you to explore its main attractions in different ways. Our Panoramic City Tour is perfect for those who want to discover the city's most iconic highlights. During the tour, you'll admire some of Buenos Aires’ most representative neighborhoods, such as La Boca, Recoleta, Palermo, and Puerto Madero. We’ll make stops at emblematic sites like Caminito and Plaza de Mayo, where you’ll have time to explore and appreciate their history, symbolism, and charm. For a more in-depth experience, we invite you to choose our Premium option, which allows you to delve deeper into the city's essence. This tour includes a stop at the Recoleta Cemetery and visits to exclusive areas such as the Hippodrome and Polo Field. Don’t miss it!

Itinerary

1. Buenos Aires

   You will meet your guide at your downtown located hotel or, if you are staying at outside the pick up area, at a centrally located meeting point.

   · Non-stop passage

2. Palermo

   You will head to one of the city’s largest districts, Palermo, where you’ll drive through Palermo Woods, home to many attractions including the Eco Park (formerly Zoo), Plaza Italia and Galileo Galilei Planetarium. If you choose the Premium option you will have the possibility to extend the tour to see the Palermo Racetrack ant the Islamic Cultural Center before continuing with your tour.

   · Non-stop passage

3. Recoleta

   We will pass through Retiro and Recoleta, one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in the city, with elegant shops, open-air cafes and its renowned Recoleta Cemetery. If you choose the Premium option you will have the possibility to buy the entrance fee and visit it.

   · Non-stop passage

4. Teatro Colon

   Then you will pass towards 9 de Julio Avenue, the grandest avenue in the city. Where you will see the Colon Theatre, built between 1889 and 1908, this stunning opera house stands proudly near Plaza de la República, right off Avenida 9 de Julio. Widely known for its grandeur, excellent sound quality, and fascinating history, it's considered one of the top five opera houses in the world.

   · Non-stop passage

5. Obelisco

   Continuing through 9 de Julio Avenue, you will see the iconic Obelisk of Buenos Aires, a 1936 monument to honor the foundation of the city, stands prominently at the bustling intersection of Avenida 9 de Julio and Avenida Corrientes. Rising 67 meters high, this iconic structure is a symbol of Buenos Aires' rich history and vibrant culture.

   · Non-stop passage

6. Plaza De Mayo

   Arriving Plaza de Mayo, the main square of Buenos Aires and a historic site of political activism and civic engagement, we will stop there and visit key landmarks such as the Casa Rosada (Presidential Palace), the Catedral Metropolitana, and the Cabildo (Old City Hall).

   · 30 min

7. San Telmo

   Continuing with the tour we will visit San Telmo, one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, known for its well-preserved colonial architecture. See its many attractions, including Dorrego Square, where you should keep your eyes open for spontaneous tango performances – San Telmo is the center of tango in Buenos Aires.

   · Non-stop passage

8. Our next stop is in La Boca, Buenos Aires’ most colorful neighborhood, where a European atmosphere has remained strong since the neighborhood was settled by Italian immigrants. The district is a major attraction for the brightly painted buildings on the Caminito, the neighborhood’s main (pedestrianized) drag where you’ll hop off the coach to go for a stroll and see local artists selling their work.

   · 30 min

9. Puerto Madero

   Then we will continue to one of the most modern neighbourhoods of the city, Puerto Madero. This district is a revamped dockside area, popular with tourists and business lunchers. You will find the famous "Puente de la Mujer" by Calatrava. The tour concludes at Galerías Pacífico, a popular shopping area, where you can feel free to explore more of Buenos Aires at your own pace. If you choose the Premium option, the tour will conclude with transportation back to your hotel (only selected downtown hotels).

   · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup included.

The pickup transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

How to use your ticket

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel. We suggest you confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sun from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)

What to know before you go

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
• Please note: tour is conducted in both English and Spanish
• Tour departs from most hotels located in downtown Buenos Aires, Recoleta and Congreso areas. If your hotel is not in one of these areas, you will meet your guide at a centrally located meeting place.
• If you choose the Premium option and wish to visit the cemetery, you will need to book the entrance separately on your own.
• Cruise Passengers are not allowed to take this tour

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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