4.7(40 reviews)
Pope Francis Buenos Aires Tour
FromARS 60
3 hours
Buenos Aires, Argentina
About this activity
Explore Pope Francis's early life in Buenos Aires with a guided tour of his childhood church, the San José de Flores Basilica, and the Villa Devoto neighborhood.
Highlights
- Visit Pope Francis's childhood church
- Explore San José de Flores Basilica
- Discover Villa Devoto's charm
- Learn about Pope Francis's early life
- Experience Buenos Aires's rich history
Full description
Delve into the early life of Pope Francis on this engaging tour through Buenos Aires. Visit the church where he was baptized, the San José de Flores Basilica, and the Villa Devoto neighborhood, gaining insights into his formative years and the city's rich history. This tour offers a unique perspective on the Pope's journey and the cultural tapestry of Buenos Aires.
Included / Excluded
- Guided visit to Pope Francis's childhood church
- Tour of the San José de Flores Basilica
- Exploration of the Villa Devoto neighborhood
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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Pass by: Meet your guide and small group in San Telmo and travel through Buenos Aires. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of the colorful Mama Antula mural, dedicated to Argentina’s first saint, and the historic Santa Casa de Ejercicios Espirituales, an important spiritual landmark closely connected to Pope Francis and his Jesuit roots.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: Continue to the impressive Basílica María Auxiliadora y San Carlos, a stunning neo-Gothic church where Pope Francis was baptized on Christmas Day in 1936. Inside, admire its richly decorated interiors and see the historic baptismal font while your guide shares images of the original baptism certificate. Then visit Iglesia Santa María de Almagro, home to the famous Eucharistic Miracle of Buenos Aires. Discover the exact location of the event and learn about the scientific investigation commissioned by Jorge Bergoglio during his time as bishop. Your journey continues at the historic Oratorio Salesiano San Antonio, where faith and football come together. Outside the oratory, learn how Father Lorenzo Massa founded Club Atlético San Lorenzo de Almagro in 1908 — the beloved football club passionately supported by Pope Francis.
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3
Pass by: Visit the colorful Mural de Jorge Mario Bergoglio, a tribute to Pope Francis and his roots in Flores, perfect for a photo stop. Continue to his birthplace at Casa Natal de Jorge Mario Bergoglio, where you will see the family home façade and commemorative plaque, with archival images shared by your guide. Pass by the Escuela Primaria Nº 8 A. J. Frazier and the former family home at Membrillar 531, both key places from his childhood and youth in the Flores neighborhood. Continue to Capilla Nuestra Señora de la Misericordia, an important early spiritual site where he received his First Communion. End at the historic Basílica San José de Flores, where you will enter the church and visit the confessional linked to his vocation, with free time for the on-site religious shop.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
Pass by: ontinue to the Iglesia y Colegio del Salvador, a landmark Jesuit institution where a young Pope Francis worked as a respected teacher in the 1960s. Then visit the historic Iglesia San Ignacio de Loyola, the oldest surviving church in the city, located in the heart of the Manzana de las Luces and closely tied to the Jesuit heritage. Continue to the beautiful Iglesia San Francisco de Asís, a Franciscan temple whose symbolism reflects the ideals of humility and peace that inspired Bergoglio’s papacy. End the tour at the majestic Catedral Metropolitana de Buenos Aires in Plaza de Mayo, where you will enter and explore the main nave, the altar where he led major masses as Archbishop, and the museum dedicated to his pastoral legacy before becoming Pope.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Tangol Travel Agency, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires AR, Defensa 831, C1065 AAO, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour's availability on your preferred date
- Be aware that the tour is conducted in English
- Note that meals and beverages are not included in the tour price
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- The itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice, depending on mass schedules or the availability of the churches.
- We suggest bringing local cash (ARS) if you would like to buy souvenirs.
Traveler reviews
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Great start of our trip
Great introduction to the city in the footsteps of Pope Francis with our guide Silvia
veronikapV9844JWMay 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Tour of Pope Francis
We did the tour of Pope Francis with the guide Roxana and it was simply amazing! We went through all the main points that involved the Pope's life. Rosana was very attentive taught us a lot and took several amazing photos! I recommend!
Y7912XOdennismMay 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR
A great tour.
This was an excellent tour if your interest is in finding about more about Pope Francis’ early life in Buenos Aires. We visited his early family residence and many churches with which he had an association. Our tour guide Roxanna was very professional and so was our driver Fido- they made a great team!
T3475RAmariamMar 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR
A wonderful experience
This was a very informative and interesting walk through the life of Jorge Bergolio POPE FRANCES. Silvia our guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable sharing volumes of information along the way.
Bruno_SMar 6, 2026VIATOR
I ended up as the only...
I ended up as the only one on the tour. My guide, Sylvia was very knowledgeable. I got to see the important places in the life of Pope Francis.
CAROLB_CDec 19, 2025VIATOR
Additional information
The itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice, depending on mass schedules or the availability of the churches.