Buenos Aires Historic Centre & San Telmo Free Walking Tour
Free walking tour
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Culture & History
City Tour
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Destination
Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires, Argentina
City Centre & San Telmo, Buenos Aires, Argentina
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Spanish, French, Italian (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Feel the passion of Argentina on this free walking tour through the historic heart of Buenos Aires. With a local guide you'll stand on the Plaza de Mayo before the pink Casa Rosada, where Evita once addressed the crowds, and admire the Metropolitan Cathedral. Stroll grand Avenida de Mayo past the legendary Café Tortoni, then wander the cobbled lanes of bohemian San Telmo, birthplace of tango. Hear stories of independence, immigration and revolution, catch impromptu tango on the squares, and pick up insider tips on empanadas, dulce de leche and the best steak. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end.
Meeting point:
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Plaza de Mayo, in front of the Casa Rosada
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet on the Plaza de Mayo before the pink Casa Rosada.
Stop 2 – The Metropolitan Cathedral and the historic Cabildo.
Stop 3 – Grand Avenida de Mayo and the legendary Café Tortoni.
Stop 4 – The cobbled lanes of bohemian San Telmo.
Stop 5 – Plaza Dorrego, the heart of tango and antique markets.
Stop 6 – Street corners where tango is danced.
Final stop – End with tips on empanadas, dulce de leche and the best steak.
Stop 2 – The Metropolitan Cathedral and the historic Cabildo.
Stop 3 – Grand Avenida de Mayo and the legendary Café Tortoni.
Stop 4 – The cobbled lanes of bohemian San Telmo.
Stop 5 – Plaza Dorrego, the heart of tango and antique markets.
Stop 6 – Street corners where tango is danced.
Final stop – End with tips on empanadas, dulce de leche and the best steak.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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