Argentina · City Tours

4-Hour Buenos Aires City Tour with Recoleta and La Boca

4 Hours Round trip from Buenos Aires Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Plaza de Mayo, home to the Cabildo, Casa Rosada, and Buenos Aires Cathedral
  • 02 Explore the world-famous Recoleta Cemetery and hear its history and architecture
  • 03 See the Obelisk and the Colón Theatre building along 9 de Julio Avenue
  • 04 Walk through La Boca and discover the colourful houses of Caminito
  • 05 Drive through modern Puerto Madero and elegant Avenida Alvear

Experience the essence of Buenos Aires on a comprehensive tour of the city's iconic landmarks and distinctive neighbourhoods. Explore Plaza de Mayo, Recoleta Cemetery, Avenida Alvear, Puerto Madero, and La Boca, while admiring highlights such as the Obelisk and the Colón Theatre building. Along the way, enjoy guided walks in Recoleta and La Boca as you discover the history, architecture, and character that define Argentina's capital.

Here, we will take a short walk, and I will tell you about the history of the colourful houses and the famous Caminito Street.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Languages English, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Pickup in Buenos Aires

  • We will pick you up at any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
2
Day 02

Recoleta Cemetery Visit

  • We will visit the world-famous Recoleta Cemetery. Here, I will explain the history, architecture, and stories behind its walls.

Entrance to the cemetery is not included in the tour price and must be paid by credit card at the cemetery.

3
Day 03

Avenida Alvear Architecture

  • This is one of the most famous and elegant avenues in Buenos Aires, known for its outstanding French-style architecture.
4
Day 04

9 de Julio Avenue and the Obelisk

  • Here, you can see the Colón Theatre building and the Obelisk of Buenos Aires, an iconic monument in República Square.
5
Day 05

Historic Plaza de Mayo

  • Plaza de Mayo has been the main political centre of Buenos Aires and Argentina since colonial times. The square is home to the Cabildo, the old town hall where the revolution started, and the Casa Rosada, the presidential house. The Cathedral of Buenos Aires, which used to be Pope Francis' church, is also located here.
6
Day 06

Modern Puerto Madero

  • Visit the newest neighbourhood of Buenos Aires, with modern buildings, parks, and plenty of bars and restaurants.
7
Day 07

La Boca and Caminito

  • Discover the most traditional and bohemian neighbourhood of Buenos Aires. Here, we will take a short walk, and I will tell you about the history of the colourful houses and the famous Caminito Street.
8
Day 08

San Telmo Drive and Drop-off

  • On our way back, we will drive through the San Telmo neighbourhood, and later I will drop you off at the place we agreed on.
La Recoleta Cemetery, Plaza de Mayo, Caminito, Puerto Madero

Where this trip takes you

La Recoleta Cemetery, Plaza de Mayo, Caminito, Puerto Madero

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Buenos Aires 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guide
  • Private transportation
  • Tolls and parking
  • Pickup at hotels in the Buenos Aires area, the cruise port, or the domestic airport

What's Not Included

  • Transfer to the international airport
  • Lunch or beverages
  • Tickets to Recoleta Cemetery (they must be bought on site with a credit card)

What to bring

  • Hat and sunscreen during summer

Know before you go

  • Buenos Aires is large enough that the entire itinerary fills the available time. There is no time for shopping or lunch.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tour start
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Buenos Aires.

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