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Buenos Aires: River Plate Museum Official Ticket and Tour

1. Buenos Aires: River Plate Museum Official Ticket and Tour

Undoubtedly, River Plate is the largest stadium of Argentina, encompassing over 37,000 square feet, and its recognition is worldwide. In over 110 years, the institution has lived glorious moments both in sports and as an institution. Founded on November 9th 2009, the River Museum houses the most precious treasures of Club Atlético River Plate history. In light of new technological advancements in Argentina, the museum is also equipped with a 360 cinema where a film that expresses the feeling of millions of fans is shown. Through the Time Tunnel, tourists can chronologically get to know the central leading figures of River Plate, those teams that made the club bigger, the best goals, memorable wins, and the most valuable trophies, all these related to the national and international history of the club. In addition, those who walk the museum will be reminded of the origins of the club, the first steps in professionalism, big matches, and the glory that has always accompanied River Plate. These sections include audiovisual shows that pay tribute the national and international significance of each period of River. The River Museum aims to be a reservoir of club history and heritage, able to be enjoyed by the public interested in River Plate and soccer itself as an expression of popular culture.

Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English

2. Buenos Aires: La Boca Guided Walking Tour in English

Join a 2-hour walking tour around La Boca and discover one of the most picturesque places in Buenos Aires. Take in the colorful homes in the multicultural district and learn about the art of tango.   On your journey through the neighborhood, you will likely encounter live performances of Tango dancers on the streets. See many works of "fileteado" art and learn about its origin.   Finish the tour outside La Bombonera Stadium, where you will get to know the history of the Boca Juniors, the most popular football club in Argentina. After the tour, you can enter the stadium and the Boca Juniors Museum.

Buenos Aires: Skip-the-Line Colon Theater and Palaces Tour

3. Buenos Aires: Skip-the-Line Colon Theater and Palaces Tour

Meet your guide in the late morning and begin the tour with a visit to the Colon Theater. The opulent, horseshoe-shaped theater boasts 2,487 seats and standing room for 1,000. Spend an hour inside the Colon Theater before embarking on a 1.5-hour walking tour that takes in exterior views of the most impressive palaces of Buenos Aires. The tour focuses on La Belle Epoque, and its architecture and economic and social realities. Learn about the role of Argentina and influence of France and the world wars in the construction of the palaces.

Buenos Aires: Walking Tour of May Square

4. Buenos Aires: Walking Tour of May Square

The May Square is the spot where Spanish conquistador Juan de Garay founded the city in 1580. There had been a previous settlement a little further south in 1536 by another Spanish conquistador, Pedro de Mendonza, but the site was abandoned six years later. On the tour you will have to look around all the time because that way you’ll notice that the square is surrounded by some the most important political and religious institutions in the city: the House of Government known as the Casa Rosada, with its particular pink hue; opposite, the Cabildo or Town Hall, the whitewashed Neo-Colonial building on the left side of Avenida de Mayo, the City Government Palace, on the right side of the Avenida de Mayo and finally the imposing Metropolitan Cathedral, mother church of the Archdiocese of Buenos Aires, with its classical portico and unique blend of architectural styles. Take time to learn about the significance of all these notable sites and more, asking your guide as many questions as you wish along the way.

Palermo Soho: Urban art Tour and Wine Tasting

5. Palermo Soho: Urban art Tour and Wine Tasting

Get to know Palermo Soho, the trendiest neighborhood in Buenos Aires. Stroll through its streets while your guide introduces you to the culture and one of the most popular Malbec wines. Start in the center of Palermo Soho after meeting with your guide. Afterward, return to the meeting point and enjoy a unique Malbec wine tasting.

Palermo: Graffiti and Street Art Guided Tour in English

6. Palermo: Graffiti and Street Art Guided Tour in English

Stroll through the colorful streets of Palermo in Buenos Aires on a guided walking tour. See thought-provoking graffiti and street art while learning about the neighborhood’s history from your guide.   Travel back in time to the 1920's and understand the political movements gaining traction in Argentina at the time. Discover how graffiti was seen as political endorsement and how it was used as propaganda and for election campaigns.   Then, learn about the arrival of aerosol paints in 1969 and the influence of a different military government. Discover how the new material allowed messages to be written much faster than before and how this impacted the urban movements during the 1970's. Listen to stories about how Argentinians became progressively more involved in the act of protesting and the social conflict of the time.

Buenos Aires Welcome Tour: Private Tour with a Local

7. Buenos Aires Welcome Tour: Private Tour with a Local

Get to know Buenos Aires with a friendly local guide who will help customize a 2, 3 or 4 hour tour to your interests. Your guide will meet you where you're staying to help you get familiar with the neighborhood, tell you about the best places to eat and shop and the easiest ways to get around, as well as the top things to see and do. By the end of the tour you'll feel more comfortable making your way around the city and confident you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. Although this is a walking tour, you have the option of taking public transportation or a taxi to get around (at additional cost). Please indicate if you’d like a private car included in the tour.

San Telmo: Guided Parrilla Foodie Tour

8. San Telmo: Guided Parrilla Foodie Tour

Join your guide on a food-centered walking tour of San Telmo, the oldest neighborhood of Buenos Aires. Learn about local traditions and visit the most iconic parrilla or grill restaurant in the old neighborhood. Find out why beef has become so culturally significant to Argentinians and discover the mouth-watering world of Argentinian beef as you enjoy a barbecue dinner. Round out the experience with a visit to Volta San Telmo for a taste of authentic Argentinian ice cream.

Buenos Aires: Malbec Wine Tasting Experience

9. Buenos Aires: Malbec Wine Tasting Experience

 Make your way through a carefully-chosen wine selection, learning about wine production in the region as you taste. Over the course of , we will share information about the different vintages, vineyard locations, and grape varieties of the wines you taste. We will try high altitude wines from the north, also from Mendoza and Patagonia! Get acquainted with the winemaking landscape in Argentina, focusing on the country's famous Malbec wines. Snack on picada, a typical Argentinian appetizer that pairs perfectly with a Malbec.

Buenos Aires: Full-Day Walking Tour

10. Buenos Aires: Full-Day Walking Tour

Start the tour in San Telmo, one of the oldest neighborhoods in Buenos Aires, and boasts a vibrant tango and arts scene. Its antique markets, street lighting (known as "faroles"), cobblestones, old buildings, and original decor add to the unique bohemian atmosphere of the place. Sundays are the busiest days as the street market comes to life around Plaza Dorrego. Explore the San Telmo market and browse through the shops selling meat, vegetables, and other groceries. Most of them offer local gastronomy and specialties from all over the world. You will also taste some delicious empanadas. Continue along Defensa Street, in the heart of the San Telmo neighborhood, and reach the park. Take the bus to La Boca neighborhood, known for the Boca Juniors stadium and the colorful Caminito Street. Be enchanted by street tango dancing and singing performances and learn how tango, soccer, and different immigration influences have made Buenos Aires one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Onboard another bus, enjoy the views of the modern skyscrapers of Puerto Madero until you reach the Plaza de Mayo, the main square of Buenos Aires, and the political heart of Argentina. Visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and observe the Cabildo, the colonial City Hall, and the Casa Rosada, the seat of the executive power. After touring the square, head to the Obelisk, a symbol of Buenos Aires. Be a part of this incredible metropolis, going through the real experience of the daily life of an Argentine citizen, and walk along the lively 9 de Julio Avenue, the widest avenue in the world. Historical buildings, monuments, and streets will show the changes that the city has undergone since its foundation. Arrive in the Recoleta neighborhood by subway and see beautiful architecture, a large number of museums, elegant cafes and restaurants, exclusive avenues, and shopping malls. Visit the impressive Recoleta Cemetery, the resting place of most of the aristocratic families of the country and of well-known historical figures such as Eva Duarte Perón. Optional: After touring the cemetery, take a bus to the Montserrat neighborhood and visit the Barolo Palace, inaugurated in 1923 and declared a National Historic Monument. Its architecture has rigorous symbolism and includes numerous analogies and references to the Divine Comedy, by the poet Dante Alighieri. The tour ends with a visit to a beautiful viewpoint at the top of the Barolo Palace, with views of the Plaza Congreso, Avenida de Mayo, and its surroundings. Here we can relax at the bar located on the rooftop, having a drink and enjoying a snack.

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based on 357 reviews

Santiago was an amazing guide! He is passionate about what he does and knew so much about La Boca. I thoroughly enjoyed this tour and would use this group again.

Excellent informative tour. Lots of interesting facts about the history of Buenos Aires. Fascinating place to visit. Guide was excellent.

Great overview of street art and a lot of background. Showed us murals we would never have found!

Victoria was a very knowledgeable and considerate guide. Very interesting tour.

A very informative and visually stunning tour of the cemetery