San Telmo Food & History Tour

From$69
3 hours
Buenos Aires, Argentina

About this activity

Discover San Telmo's rich history and flavors on a guided walking tour, sampling authentic Argentine street foods and visiting local markets and eateries.

Highlights

  • Explore San Telmo's historic streets
  • Taste authentic Argentine street foods
  • Visit local markets and eateries
  • Learn about tango's birthplace
  • Experience vibrant local culture

Full description

Dive into the heart of Buenos Aires' oldest neighborhood with our San Telmo Food & History Tour. Wander through cobblestone streets lined with colonial architecture, visit bustling markets, and savor traditional Argentine street foods. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide will share tales of tango's origins and the area's vibrant cultural heritage. This 3-hour adventure offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and cuisine, providing an authentic taste of local life. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

Included / Excluded

  • Guided walking tour of San Telmo
  • Sampling of local street foods
  • Beverages at select stops
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine
  • Vegetarian options available upon request
  • Minimum booking of two required

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring a bottle of water
  • Be prepared for varying weather conditions

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

Traveler reviews

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Wonderful experience

Excellent experience, I highlight the level of knowledge and the attitude of our guide Denis, who made us enjoy an unforgettable experience in a family atmosphere

A3036VCjuliovAug 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Charming

Denis has a spectacular personality, he taught us a lot about Argentina's gastronomic culture, we learned a lot, and he has a spectacular, very pleasant personality

yeseniav444Aug 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

San Telmo

We had a super good time with Dennis, he knows the city, we had a super good time!!!!!

J4239YKpaoladAug 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great food tour!

Dennis was very passionate and an incredible guide for our food tour.

kevant492Aug 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A Tour You Wont Soon Forget

My husband and I love a food tour, so we took every opportunity to book one of a different area of Buenos Aires while there for our honeymoon. Sherpa's food tour of San Telmo lived up to our very high expectations. The minute we were greeted by Dennis, we knew we were in for a special treat. His smile, his energy, his positive & infectious spirit. He was like the most deliciously perfect icing on an already delicious cake. Every second of the tour was perfect, and we did not want to miss a word that he said. This tour does cover some history, and it can be a bit hard, but it was so memorable. We could have listened to him for hours. And then the food! The reason we came! Every bite was chosen so thoughtfully and each was so delicious. I am still dreaming of that provoleta. OMG. You will be, too. The market was fun & frenetic and walking around San Telmo with Dennis felt like being with a friend. It is such a small world that we went on a food tour in Portland right after we moved here, and discovered that the tour guide had also gone on this same tour AND had Dennis as her guide and of course loved him. We both had pictures of him on our phones, which was quite funny. So take this tour and if you get Dennis, you will also want a photo with him in your phone. You will be in the club:)

StacyLL2025Aug 15, 2026TRIPADVISOR