BUENOS AIRES
The best of Buenos Aires.
There is more to do in Buenos Aires than a single trip can hold. These are the 15 walking tours worth booking first, with what each one costs, how long it runs and where to reserve a place.
Hop-on hop-off bus in Buenos Aires with free walking tours and discount booklet, covering Boca to Recoleta in about 3 hours.
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A 2-hour La Boca walking tour in English with colorful conventillos, street tango, fileteado art, and Boca Juniors history at La Bombonera.
“Terrific tour lead by Santiago. He was very funny and I think we really got the flavor of the neighborhood with his guidance. There is so much to know. So many stories!”
A 2.5-hour English walking tour linking Buenos Aires landmarks to Nazi fugitives, Eichmann’s trail, and Holocaust-era memory.
“really strong insight on everything related to the Nazi's in Buenos Aires, but also the deeper Argentinian history”
Personalized Buenos Aires private walking tour with a local guide. Tailor your route, see landmarks and hidden spots, and get smart city tips.
“The explanation and passion of the guide. Very thoughtfully explained about Baires and its history. We sure fell I love with Baires”
Walk San Telmo’s historic streets with an English guide, from the San Francisco convent to Mercado San Telmo, Mafalda, and the Sunday fair.
“Juan is absolutely fantastic! He is so knowledgeable and knows exactly how to communicate his knowledge to his audience!”
A guided small-group sweep through San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, Plaza de Mayo, and Recoleta, with lunch and optional Palacio Barolo rooftop.
“Excellent overview of Buenos Aires. Well paced. Our guide Gabby was a delightful young man. Intelligent knowledgeable and friendly. He made the experience wonderful. The small group of 5 was good”
A 3-hour private walk through Buenos Aires with an English guide: Calle Florida, Kavanagh, Recoleta Cemetery, and Malvinas memorials.
“The walk with a very knowledgeable guide was the most memorable part of our 4 day stay in Buenos Aires. His English was impeccable and presentation perfect.”
A full-day private Buenos Aires walk linking Recoleta, Retiro, Obelisco, Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, and La Boca with real local stories.
“I had never taken an independent tour before, so was apprehensive about doing one in Buenos Aires. Tracy made the entire process so comfortable and erased any doubts I may have had about booking outside the cruise line. She contacted me immediately after I booked and kept in touch over the next few months until…”
See La Boca’s art, immigration stories, and football passion on a 2.5-hour walking tour with photo stops, museums, and tastings.
“Ludmila was a fantastic guide! I enjoyed the La Boca tour and learning about the neighborhood.”
3-hour tip-based walk through Recoleta and Retiro: Teatro Colón exterior, Plaza San Martín, Palacios Paz & San Martín, terrace views.
“One of the best tours I have ever taken! Juan shared fascinating history and anecdotes in an articulate, entertaining manner. His English is excellent and his knowledge remarkable. I highly recommend this tour.”
Walk Buenos Aires in a day on a private route covering Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, Recoleta Cemetery, and more, with an English guide.
“The first guide was great. After that it was dragged out unnecessarily to wait for a second guide who was not as knowledgable or fluent in English”
A 2-hour guided walk through Recoleta’s aristocratic streets, the Eva Perón crypt, and grand architecture, ending near MALBA.
“I LOVED THIS TOUR! I have had great experiences working with Signature Tours. I was new to BA and didn’t feel super comfortable getting to this tour meeting point so Signature Tours had a driver pick me up at my hotel (for an additional fee) and got me to the meeting point- actually to my…”
Walk San Telmo and Puerto Madero, tour Teatro Colón, and optionally visit MALBA. Small-group Buenos Aires tour in 5–6 hours for $58.
“The guide was very kind and nice! It was great time in Buesnos Aires”
Recoleta history on foot with Luz, then an intimate live jazz show. Small group, 3 hours, $38, plus about $10 cash for tickets.
“O tour foi excelente! Luz é muito gentil e sabe muito sobre a cultura e a história de Buenos Aires. Tivemos uma tarde maravilhosa com ela. O show de Jazz foi muito bom, os músicos eram incríveis. O bar também era ótimo, com drinks e petiscos deliciosos. Um muito obrigada à Luz por toda a…”
Private 2-hour Recoleta Cemetery walk with ticket included, Eva Perón’s grave, Iglesia del Pilar, and Recoleta sights. From $69.
“Excellent. Learnt so much more than any book. People are so interesting - and more comes out from death! Each area had a story which was often thought provoking.”
The barrios, the day trips out past the city and every way to spend a day in Buenos Aires.
