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Buenos Aires Graffiti Bike Tour

FromARS 168
3 hours
Buenos Aires, Argentina

About this activity

Experience Buenos Aires' vibrant street art scene on a guided bike tour through La Boca and Barracas, exploring iconic murals and learning about local artists.

Highlights

  • Explore La Boca's vibrant street art scene
  • Discover hidden murals in Barracas
  • Learn about local artists and their work
  • Enjoy a leisurely bike ride through historic neighborhoods
  • Capture Instagram-worthy photos of colorful murals

Full description

Dive into the colorful world of Buenos Aires' street art on this engaging bike tour. Pedal through the lively streets of La Boca and Barracas, neighborhoods renowned for their vibrant murals and artistic expressions. Your knowledgeable guide will share insights into the history and significance of each artwork, introducing you to local artists and their creative processes. This leisurely ride offers a unique perspective on the city's culture, allowing you to discover hidden gems and iconic pieces alike. Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning visuals that make these neighborhoods a haven for art enthusiasts. Whether you're an art aficionado or a casual observer, this tour promises an unforgettable journey through Buenos Aires' artistic heart.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided bike tour through La Boca and Barracas
  • Visit to iconic street art murals and installations
  • Bicycle and helmet rental
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

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We'll start this great tour with a brief introduction from the guide who will be accompanying the group throughout the tour. Listen to a quick safety briefing before receiving your bike (a comfortable beach cruiser) and helmet.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Begin with a cycle around San Telmo, one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, known for its well-preserved colonial architecture. Observe life in the square’s cafes, bars and shops, and watch for spontaneous tango performances – San Telmo is the center of tango in Buenos Aires.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Next, ride into 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 popular with visitors for its brightly painted buildings.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Here we will have the opportunity to see one of the most beautiful murals in the Boca neighbourhood "San Diego del Barrio de la Boca". On the walls of a building you will find the mural of the beloved Diego Armando Maradona, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. The mural painted by Alfredo Segatori.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Continuing on our tour through the La Boca neighbourhood, we will observe the mural that honours the most important artist of our country: Benito Quinquela Martín. The mural called " El Sueño de Quinquela" mixes all styles, figuration and recycling through the incorporation of waste materials. The work was also created by the artist Alfredo Segatori.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The mural "El regreso de Quinquela", one of the largest in the world created by a single painter using freehand aerosol. Declared of Cultural Interest. The work presents a landscape that fuses four iconic paintings by Quinquela and on the other hand, the portrait of workers and neighbors who live in Barracas.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Throughout your tour, your entertaining and informative guide will regale you with fun facts about Buenos Aires’ rich history and provide commentary about the sites you’re passing. You’ll also break periodically to stretch your legs and take photos, ending your tour in San Telmo.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

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Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates in English; proficiency in the language is recommended.
  • Participants should be comfortable riding a bicycle for approximately 3 hours.
  • The tour is conducted rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for cycling.
  • Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Ensure your camera or smartphone is charged for photo opportunities.

Cancellation policy

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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • If it's raining, rain gear is provided, but tours are usually canceled if it's pouring; if it's raining the day of your tour, please call the tour operator to confirm (contact info will be on your voucher)
  • Passenger must be at least 4 feet and 9 inches (150cm) tall
  • Electric bicycles are available to whom is not in fisical conditions to ride 3 hours at the same rythm (on request)

Additional information

If it's raining, rain gear is provided, but tours are usually canceled if it's pouring; if it's raining the day of your tour, please call the tour operator to confirm (contact info will be on your voucher) Passenger must be at least 4 feet and 9 inches (150cm) tall Electric bicycles are available to whom is not in fisical conditions to ride 3 hours at the same rythm (on request)
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