Private Customizable City Tour of Buenos Aires
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore iconic neighborhoods like Palermo and Recoleta
- Visit historic landmarks such as Plaza de Mayo
- Discover the vibrant street art scene in La Boca
- Experience the tango culture in San Telmo
- Enjoy panoramic views from the Obelisco
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private guide for personalized experience
- Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
- Hotel pickup and drop-off for convenience
- Meals and beverages during the tour
Itinerary
The May Square is located in the Porteño Downtown, neighborhood of Monserrat, in the area where the foundation of Buenos Aires took place. The Plaza de Mayo is the most important and oldest public square of the city. The name of this square commemorates the Revolution of May 25, 1810, date in which the citizens gathered around to expel the Viceroy and form a creole government. Since then, the Square has been a silent witness to the most important political and social events in the country.
Pass by: San Telmo is an old neighborhood with a bohemian touch thanks to its temporary art galleries, night bars and street murals. The Defensa street, full of antique shops and bustling brasseries, passes through the Dorrego square, where many tourists come on Sundays to see the street market and street performances. Winding roads run through Lezama Park among jacaranda trees. The neighborhood is full of exclusive restaurants with tango shows.
La Boca is a working class neighborhood that has several attractions next to the Riachuelo. Asadores and street artists mark the entire Caminito, a narrow alley flanked by brightly colored zinc houses that evoke its origin as an immigrant neighborhood. The Bombonera is the Boca Juniors stadium and a whole hotbed on match days. The Proa Foundation is a museum of modern art with temporary exhibitions and views of the old docks.
Caminito is a museum alley and a traditional passage, of great cultural and tourist value, located in the La Boca neighborhood of the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The place acquired cultural significance because it inspired the music of the famous tango Caminito (1926), composed by Juan de Dios Filiberto.
Pass by: Puerto Madero is a renovated neighborhood that faces the bay. Its renovated redbrick buildings house exclusive grills frequented by tourists and businessmen at lunchtime. There are also modern skyscrapers with multinationals and luxury apartments. The lakes in the area are surrounded by trails, as is the ecological reserve Costanera Sur, very popular with runners and families. The elegant suspension bridge of the Woman connects the ports.
Pass by: Retiro is a neighborhood with great diversity and quiet streets. Art galleries and chic coffee shops lead to the emblematic and busy train station of Retiro, British style and surrounded by fast food stalls. The art deco tower of the Kavanagh building offers views of the Plaza San Martín, a steep park where office employees rest in the shelter of jacaranda and patriotic monuments. Tourists flock to the Florida pedestrian street for its leather goods boutiques, souvenir stalls and tango dancers.
The Recoleta is a famous neighborhood in the city of Buenos Aires. It is located in a distinguished area of the city and It was inaugurated ending the eighteenth century. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions of the city, famous for its numerous and imposing buildings. Its architectural value is a sample of the times when Argentina was an emerging economic power in the late eighteenth century, and the wealthiest families of the city began moving to the Recoleta area.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour duration is flexible; discuss your preferred schedule with the provider.
- Confirm your hotel pickup details at least 24 hours in advance.
- Inform the provider of any specific interests or areas you'd like to focus on.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes to explore the city's diverse neighborhoods.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning architecture and street art.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- This is a kid-friendly tour
Traveler reviews
3 hr private tour Buenos Aires
Our driver met us in the lobby of our hotel the day of our arrival. I booked the 3 hour private tour of the city so we could get an idea of what we would want to further explore and visit while in Buenos Aires. Enrique was amazing ! He was born and raised in BA and also spoke good English. He drove us around the southern end of the city and showed us so many sights and explained so much history too. He also gave us the best recommendations for local restaurant favorites - and he was spot on with everything ! I highly recommend him and this tour
Best Tour of Buenos Aires
Pablo our tour guide was very knowledgeable and amazing. He showed us around and gave us so much knowledge
Basic and good
Very good experience as it opens mouths of this great city, the stops they make are the basics (plaza de mayo, walk in the mouth and ends at the entrance to the museum of recoleta), the Carolina guide had very good disposition, good explanation of each place and indicated us how and where to follow the tour on our own and some unmissable sites to visit. The tour falls short for everything you can see and do in the city.
A great tour and very nice.
The city tour made us Pablo, great professional and very friendly. We were delighted.
Wonderful Buenos Aires Tour!
My wife and I truly enjoyed this Buenos Aires tour before our cruise. Our guide, Carolina, was fantastic and made the experience memorable from start to finish. She shared so much about the city’s culture and history, and pointed us to the best spots for souvenirs and delicious local food. We learned a lot and felt completely immersed in the spirit of Buenos Aires. We highly recommend this tour — Carolina made our visit unforgettable.