Things to do in Buenos Aires, Capital Federal District: The Best Cultural Tours

December 22, 2021 Lean Nau

The birthplace of the tango is, like the dance itself, captivating, seductive and bustling with excited energy. Atmospheric old neighborhoods are rife with romantic restaurants and thumping nightlife, and Buenos Aires' European heritage is evident in its architecture, boulevards and parks. Cafe Tortoni, the city's oldest bar, will transport you back to 1858, and the spectacular Teatro Colon impresses just as it did in 1908. Latin America's shopping capital offers the promise of premium retail therapy along its grand, wide boulevards.
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1. Buenos Aires Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

Cerrito 628, C1010AAN CABA, Argentina Cerrito 628, C1010AAN CABA, Argentina
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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

2. VIP City Tour in Private Car with bilingual guide up to 4 people

www.depasseios.com
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Our VIP Private City Tour will allow you to discover a large number of attractions and curiosities of the city of Buenos Aires in a relaxed and exclusive atmosphere with a bilingual guide. The tour is ideal to do during the first days of your stay in the city. It is also perfectly suited for those cruise passengers, or in transit, who have few hours to walk. If you already know the city, we offer you the possibility to personalize the tour and visit those places that you have not yet visited.

Inclusions: Bilingual guide throughout the tour providing information, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Food and drinks not included.

3. Leo's BA Walking Tours Buenos Aires (Retiro-Monserrat)

Av. Corrientes 1000, C1035 CABA, Argentina LEO'S BA PRIVATE TOURS
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Leo's BA Tours offers a personalized service. My goal is to entertain and inform the travelers, I will try to make you understand and feel the city through my personal experience, my knowledge and researchs. I've worked in Finance and Administration but I have also been a theatre actor, director and producer. I am singer, composer and image and sound designer, and with all that eclectic formation I have the chance to provide you with a wide point of view about the city. My own traveler experience will help me to understand your needs. I want to provide you not just a friendly guidance but I also want to help you with all your needs in order to make your stay entertaining, comfortable and safe. Our tours are flexible in time and venues depending on our travelers' choice.

Inclusions: Guide for small groups

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Reviewed By shanr37

I contacted Leo for a full-day private tour of Buenos Aires. Firstly his response time was excellent and he quickly confirmed his availability for me. I was in Argentina for only a few days and wanted to see as much as I could and learn as much as I could. Leo exceeded every expectation I had. His tour was EXCELLENT. His knowledge of his city, not just the main tourist spots but all the small details were astounding. As a history and art lover myself, I could not have hoped for a better day. I learnt so much and felt I truly got a real feeling of the city and its inhabitants. Not only is Leo and excellent guide (who I will rebook when I'm back, no doubt). He is a lovely person. It was very easy to feel comfortable with him and I wish him so much success because truly, you get 110% when you book a tour with Leo. Thank you!!

4. Discover Tigre Delta's Cultural and Historic Districts.

Retiro-Mitre, Av. Dr. José María Ramos Mejía 1430, C1104 CABA, Argentina Experience Baires
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Experience Baires is a company specialized in personalized, authentic experiences for small groups. Join us and discover the vibrant city of Tigre and other corners of the northern suburbs of Greater Buenos Aires, which gather exotic nature, a popular outdoor market, a fine art scene, and elegant architecture, all in the same place. Through the eyes of a creator and a social commentator, you will discover the not so well-known secrets of Buenos Aires northern suburbs. Among them, there are the vibrant Boulevard Saenz Peña artsy scene, the colonial Museo de la Reconquista, amongst others. We are embarking on an off-beaten journey to discover the hidden treasures of Tigre. As the idea is that our travelers can feel like locals, we combine a walking tour and trip on the scenic Coast Train to Tigre. Also, if you need a more comfortable, personalized service, you can choose the private pick up and drop-off option + lunch, which also includes special stops in the Northern Zone of BA.

Inclusions: Hot or fresh drinks at the Art District. E.g. Mate tea, lemonade, Train tickets, Private pick-up and drop-off (ADDITIONAL SERVICE, upon request). Please select option 2 , Sweet treats (churros), fruits, ONLY AVAILABLE IN OPTION 2 of this tour, which includes private pick up and drop off.

Exclusions: The Boat Trip is NOT INCLUDED. This is walking tour and/or private car pick-up & drop off

Reviewed By Beth W

Thank you Juan, for an interesting tour, with a good walk around San Telmo that you know and love so well. You had a good balance of facts, history and good pointers about a hat shop, record store, Parrilla restaurant and bars. Your size of tour was perfect- not too large and that gave us time to talk together over the wonderful cold beer and treats.

5. Private City Tour - Discover Buenos Aires

Sailing BA Tours
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Maximize your time in Buenos Aires with this 3-hour private and customizable city tour. Covering the highlights of Buenos Aires, this is an ideal way to orient yourself in the city, providing a great alternative to kickstart your vacation. Take advantage of our superb customer service to choose a Buenos Aires City tour that best suits you, so you can learn about neighborhoods, history, culture, shopping areas and restaurants in Buenos Aires. • This private City Tour will offer you an overview of Buenos Aires's top attractions. • You will be assisted by a profesional tour guide. • Enjoy walking stops in strategic areas of Buenos Aires: Plaza de Mayo (the main square), Caminito and Recoleta Cemetery. • Transportation is provided with a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By Daydream473779

It was a great way to visit an amazingly rich and intense city such as Buenos Aires in those special Covid-19 times.  Our tour guide, Nicolas, was nothing short of incredible. He was a fountain of information, he kept things interesting, and he was an absolute joy to be around the city after more than 30 years. Thank you very much.  Dina and Daniel

6. La Boca, a collective creation: Port, immigrants, arts and football

Masajes Ceragen Paseo de la Ribera, La Vuelta de Rocha, Buenos Aires, Argentina La Otra Buenos Aires Tours
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Bored of traditional tours that only repeat what appears on Wikipedia? We too. We invite you to know the most famous quarter in the city through a b-side tour focused on its social history. We start in Caminito and then walk through the non-tourist streets of the neighborhood. We are going to talk about the immigrant origins of La Boca, the peculiarities of the neighborhood artistic style, the importance of football and the problems of the past and the present. We will also visit one of its famous bakeries (where you can try some local pastries) and we will finish the tour next to the Bombonera (one of the most famous stadiums in the world!)

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Reviewed By Lina T

I went to the recoleta tour with Nicolas and it was the HOTTEST and most humid day, yet he was very informative, friendly, and positive despite the heat. We all went for beers after. The only thing I would’ve liked is more of a cemetery tour with more stories if possible. Great tour company!

7. Private Jewish Tour in Buenos Aires

BA Tour Guide
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Visit the places historically associated with the Jewish community in Buenos Aires, the third largest in the world, during this 4-hour private tour. Learn about how this community has left its mark on the city and how it continues to impact its cultural heritage moving into the future. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Inclusions: Professional Jewish tour guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Donations (TZEDAKA) to the synagogues visited during this tour, Libertad synagogue & Jewish Museum: US$10 per person, Great temple of Paso synagogue: US$5 per person, Gratuities

Reviewed By sheila_poli_peer

This private tour was very through and we had an wonderful and expert guide( Ilan). He was also attentive to our preferences and change the plans accordingly. We manage to visit all we expected and more... Strongly recommend this company and specially the guide that accompanied us , Ilan.

8. Gaucho Day Tour Ranch in San Antonio de Areco from Buenos Aires

Tours Buenos Aires
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Enjoy a full-day, shared tour and visit the town of San Antonio de Areco and Estancia El Ombu de Areco, which is one of the most traditional in the Pampas. You will get to know the history and development of the Argentinian pampas and the lifestyle of the Gauchos. Languages Offered: Spanish & English We are granted by the safe travel seal of World Travel & Tourism Council.

Inclusions: Lunch, Horseback riding, Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off, Live entertainment

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By ivbuyliev

Absolutely worth for the money! Great experience, comfortable ride. The boat trip was also amazing. Communication with travel agency was perfect .Patrice was the guide. He is knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend him as a guide. Gracias por todos! Merci pour tout!

9. Tigre Delta Tour Buenos Aires With Pick Up At Cruise Port

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Get to know a different area in the north suburbs of Buenos Aires and sail around the Parana Delta Islands…! Sightsee the City of Tigre like no other by taking this shared tour with the pick up at cruise port. We will head to Tigre, 36 km away from Buenos Aires, passing by the residential suburbs in the north of the city. Upon the arrival in Tigre, you will tour around the city and its main boulevard. Mercado de Frutos is another attraction included in this tour. This famous market, is visited by locals and international tourists every year. Here, you will find all kind of local production and handycraft stands. Next, you will sail on a boat that will let you have a relaxing trip with a wonderful view to the Paraná Delta and different natural islands and rivers, while you also appreciate the typical houses of the islanders; sorrounded by subtropical forest and local fauna. After this placid boat ride, you will return to the cruise port by an air conditioned vehicle.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Pick up & drop-off at cruise port, Licensed guide & driver specialized in tourism, Tickets for the boat ride

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Luggage transport

Reviewed By johnsJ7541XB

The tour was awesome! Our guide was very efficient and did a great job explaining everything. She made sure we saw all the main highlights at a good pace.

10. Tigre Delta Full-Day Tour & Cruise from Buenos Aires

Cecilia Grierson 400, Buenos Aires, Argentina Tangol
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Our full-day trip to Tigre by boat is the perfect way to explore the delta, discovering its beauty and nature in a unique way. We’ll take a boat trip from Puerto Madero, along the Río de la Plata and on to Tigre, getting stunning views of Buenos Aires on the way. The Tigre tourist bus will take us round all the best sites and teach us a little about them, after which you’ll be able to explore the Puerto de Frutos and discover what the city of Tigre has to offer.

Inclusions: Professional Guide, Boat Ride from Buenos Aires to Tigre, Touristic Bus in Tigre, Train Ride back to the City

Exclusions: Food & Drinks, Entrance to Museums, Transfer to the Meeting Point

Reviewed By alenag745

I Do not recommend this company I did a pre-planned day trip of Argentina. It was arranged they pick me up from nearby hotel. I msg to confirm and they changed the plans and I had to meet there which wasn’t Easy to find. I attempted many times to contact them via the phone numbers they provided and concierge also attempted, but they never responded. Then I only got half the tour. Try other more reliable and reputable companies.

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