3 walking tours in Buenos Aires you should not miss
No matter wheter you are visiting Argentina’s capital for the first time or going back to it after some time, if you prefer to explore the city at a slower pace, take plenty of pictures, discover every detail and learn about the history and the culture of one of the most exciting cities on Earth, then taking a walking tour of Buenos Aires is your best option.
But with so many options out there to choose from, picking the right one can be difficult. Read on for a comprehensive guide by Signature Tours travel experts with all the information you need to know about some of the most exciting out-of-the box walking tours of Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires urban art and wine tasting walking tour – Palermo, Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is internationally renowned for its vibrant street art culture, and was listed as one of the top cities in the world to see this form of artistic expression. Home to the best urban art in the city, the bohemian and hipster Palermo neighborhood, replete with cobblestone streets and historic, colonial-era buildings, is alive with bars, cafes, and small boutiques, and bursting with colorful works from some of Buenos Aires’ best-known street artists.
Explore one of the most active art movements in South America by foot, along with a local tour guide who will bring the art to life with their life commentary about Argentine contemporary history through the works of some of the most renowned local artists.
Complete the evening by becoming a real wine connoisseur and upgrading your skills while sipping some of the country’s most exquisite labels in an unforgettable wine tasting.
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Walking Tour of the Recoleta Neighborhood in Buenos Aires
Experience this walking tour of the Recoleta, Buenos Aires most aristocratic neighborhood.
With French-style buildings and sumptuous facades, it will remind you at every corner that you are in the "Paris of South America."
On this 2-hour tour, you will visit the Recoleta Cemetery (Ticket entrance included), the tomb of Eva Perón and how distinctive it is from other cemeteries, the Belle Epoque buildings, and you will learn the importance of this neighborhood throughout history.
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Walking Buenos Aires is the only way to read it — the European facades, the Parisian boulevards, the gritty San Telmo cobblestones all tell the story of a city that built itself in one extraordinary century.
— Alicia Beltrame
Opera house skip-the-line and Palaces of Buenos Aires walking tour
Renowned for its storied mix of architectural styles, Argentina’s capital city has a structural landscape that speaks to its rich history of European immigration and nation-building at the turn of the last century, when Buenos Aires became known as the “Paris of South America” and the expression “riche comme un Argentin” (as rich as an Argentine) was commonplace.
Jump the queues with skip-the-line-tickets to one of the most renowned Opera Houses in the world in a three-hours walking tour where one of Signature Tours’ passionate travel experts will walk you around Buenos Aires, pointing out the city’s astonishing palaces and the history behind the aristocratic families that used to inhabit them at the endings of the 1800s.
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Green Buenos Aires: Parks and Natural Spaces in the City
One of the first things that surprises visitors upon arriving in Buenos Aires is the number of green spaces. These not only provide a break from the city center but also offer the opportunity to observe the daily life of the "porteños", whether they are sharing a picnic or enjoying nature and the famous and beloved "mate".
Buenos Aires offers lots of places to visit and know about our history, art, architecture and more, but it also provides a lot to do outdoors.
If you like those options, but you are more interested in visiting parks, walking outdoors and discovering natural spaces in the city, we are sure that you will be more than happy to read this article.
When going around to be in touch with nature, to be outdoors in parks, don’t forget to take water, a cap, sunblock and mosquito repellent with you.
As you are on your way to the hotel, one of the things that you are going to discover is a green Buenos Aires: trees and parks everywhere, not only in our recreation places. So, let’s know about our parks and natural spaces in the city.
Buenos Aires from Above: 8 Viewpoints and rooftop bars to get the best Panoramic Vistas of the city
Planning to visit Buenos Aires? You will discover the city offers wonderful options, as you will find astonishing places to meet all particular ideas.
Once you are enjoying one of the comfortable hotels in the city, we are sure that you want to make the best of your time in Buenos Aires. Of course, traditional places and tours to visit the must-see places are available, but perhaps you want special experiences and know the city from above.
If you have that idea in mind, then you are in the right place, as we are going to suggest our top buildings and viewpoints to experience breathtaking aerial views of Buenos Aires.
One of the first things you’ll notice on your first day in Buenos Aires is its flat landscape. To truly appreciate the city’s vastness, seek out hidden spots that offer stunning panoramic views. Are you ready ? Let’s go.
What most travelers wish they knew before their trip to Buenos Aires
Are you planning to visit Argentina? We are so happy to help you make the most of your trip. In order to get a deeper connection with the locals and a smoother landing into Argentine culture, we will help you with interesting travel tips most travelers wished they had known before their trip to Buenos Aires.
Having a good travel insight will make things easier for you when you get to your destination.