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Buenos Aires sightseeing tour + Boat trip
Discover the city and navigate Río de La Plata to make the most out of your day
Buenos Aires sightseeing tour + Boat trip tour information
Starts
From hotels in Buenos Aires’ city center, between 8:45 a.m and 9:45 a.m. If your hotel is not located in the center of Buenos Aires, a meeting point will be indicated to you. It is easily accessible and very close to the Metropolitan Cathedral.
Ends
From 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Puerto Madero
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On this tour, we will travel by minibus throughout the city to learn about the past and present of Buenos Aires. You will visit each iconic place and complete the experience by having lunch while city sailing along Rio de la Plata, the widest river in the world. Read on, and discover why this is the most complete and fun way to get to know "South American Paris".
Tour itinerary
todayDay 1: Recoleta - Palermo - Microcentro - San Telmo - La Boca -Puerto Madero
The tour will begin with the pick up at the travellers’ accommodations. When the whole group gets together, at 10:00 a.m. the tour of the city of Buenos Aires will begin. Get ready: the first stop will be a place you don’t wanna miss.
Floralis genérica
You'll get off the minibus to visit the emblematic Floralis Generica. If you don't have a good arm for selfies, don't worry! The guides will take the perfect picture, so you can take this memory home.
Recoleta Cemetery
You'll be back on the road, this time headed to Recoleta Cemetery. Over there, you’ll find the Mausoleum of Eva Duarte Perón, Argentina's most famous political figure, who's legend inspired a musical on Broadway and a film in Hollywood. In Recoleta you’re going to find great mysteries and statues of all architectural styles. The most surprising fact? After more than 60 years from Eva's death, every day there are fresh flowers and letters from her admirers.
Catedral & Plaza de Mayo
It's time to go to the Microcentro in Buenos Aires. You will find yourself in a chaos that infatuates -and is even more incredible than you think-. On your way there, you’ll see the Colón Theatre and the Obelisco passing by. When you get out of the vehicle, it’s time to visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and Plaza de Mayo. You will feel the emotion of being at the place where the most revolutionary moments in the history of Argentina took place.
San Telmo, Caminito & La Boca
You will return to the vehicle to go to the cradle of tango and Buenos Aires culture: San Telmo, Caminito and La Boca.
You will experience how Argentines live football as a life philosophy (even as a religion!). The passion for Boca Juniors is immortalized in tattoos, clothes, murals, houses and shops. You'll see the colorful conventillos, and Caminito street - the one that gives its name to Carlos Gardel's tango-.
Navigation & Lunch
After such an intense morning, what sounds better than stopping to rest and have lunch? Welcome aboard: a delicious three-couse meal awaits you. You will have views of Buenos Aires impossible to get on land, and photographs that will keep this memory alive forever. And not only that: now you’ll be able to say that you sail along on the widest river in the world.
The ship returns to Puerto Madero around four o'clock in the afternoon. This is a perfect time to go back to your accommodation, or to stay and enjoy one of the most glamorous neighborhoods in Buenos Aires.
Tour details
Included
- One-way transfer from downtown hotels
- Transportation during the guided city tour
- 3 course lunch
- Navigation
- Professional guide during the whole tour
The tour ends in the famous neighborhood of Puerto Madero. Since you'll be in the center of the city, you have many options to return to your accommodation, either by taxi or by public transportation. If you prefer, you can take a look around and enjoy the area of the widest and most varied gastronomy in Buenos Aires.
error_outlineImportant information
The order of the visits could be altered, but it will not affect the content of the program. The schedules of the tickets and transports could be subject to modifications.
SAFE ADVENTURE – Covid 19
This activity includes the appropriate protection measures to ensure your safety. In addition, our excursions are outdoor and in small groups to reduce the risk of contagion. Remember to follow the instructions of the staff during the development of the excursion.
restoreCancellation policy
Free cancellation! You can cancel this tour and you'll receive 100% refund of the amount paid if you cancel more than 48 hours in advance. After this time, or in case you do not show up for the tour, no refunds will be given.
What to bring to Buenos Aires sightseeing tour + Boat trip
The sidewalks in Buenos Aires can be a little worn out by time and present some unevenness, so it is better to leave the heels for another occasion. In summer (December to March) temperatures are warm and in winter (July to September) it is cold. We recommend you to take:
- Passport
- Cash (Argentinean pesos)
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes
- Telephone or camera
- Outfit according to the time of year
Questions & Answers
In which areas of Buenos Aires is the pick-up included?
The neighbourhoods where the accommodation pick-up is included are the most central ones: Balvanera, San Telmo, Retiro, Puerto Madero and Recoleta. If your accommodation is not in this area, the meeting point will be indicated with the booking confirmation. The meeting point is easily accessible and very close to the Metropolitan Cathedral.
Is there a menu for vegetarians or gluten free?
Yes, there is a menu for vegetarians or gluten free. Just mention it when you make your reservation and you will enjoy a tasty vegetarian or gluten free menu. If you want to see the regular menu, you can find in this link.
What is the group size?
The groups are small, (always less than 18 people) and will be accompanied by a professional guide. The vehicle is equipped with air conditioning and heating, so you’ll be at a pleasant temperature at any time of the year. When you get to the ship, naturally, you will join more travellers.
Is the tour suitable for people with reduced mobility?
The areas we visit are not 100% adapted for wheelchairs, neither is the boat trip in Buenos Aires. For these reasons, the tour is not recommended for people with reduced mobility.
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