Why is Buenos Aires known as "the Paris of South America"? Where did tango originated? Why are the houses of La Boca so colourful? Why is the Tortoni Café so important? Who was Mafalda? Why is there a monument to her in Buenos Aires?Where do the mothers of the "desaparecidos" march every week? Why is the Pink House pink?
If you want to know the answers to these questions and more, then this is the right tour for you! We'll spend half a day touring the Southern "barrios" (neighbourhoods) of Buenos Aires: we'll tour Plaza de Mayo and its surroundings, San Telmo, and La Boca, focusing on Argentina's history and rich culture.
One of the tour highlights will take place at the Tortoni Café, a symbol of BA's culture. There will take a break from the city's hustle and bustle, and while we have some coffee and "churros" (the specialty of the Tortoni) I'll tell you all you want to know about such an important café.
Meet up location: I'll pick you up at your hotel. Ask for pick up at the cruise pier.
End location: I'll drop you off at your hotel or any other place of your choice.
Duration: 4 hours
Restrictions:
I am a LICENSED GUIDE, therefore I'm allowed to guide in every historical monument. Tour guides in Buenos Aires are not permitted to drive while guiding. As a result, I book licensed cars/vans with a driver for all my tours.
Pick up and drop off at the hotel. Private car/van with driver. Coffee (or tea, or a soft drink) and traditional churros at the Tortoni Café. My fee as tour guide.
Details:
Tour #: 33296
Tour Type: Shore Excursion, Cultural, City
Transportation Method: Private car or van (depending on number of people) with driver.
You must be able to get in and out of a car. You must be able to walk short distances.
Kid Friendly: No.
Language(s): Spanish (fluent), English (fluent) explanation
Maximum travelers: 10
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