FREE Walking Tour! Welcome to Buenos Aires: Iconic Landmarks + Local Tips
FREE Walking Tour! Welcome to Buenos Aires: Iconic Landmarks + Local Tips
Details
If you are a first-time visitor to Buenos Aires (or have not yet explored the city) this is the tour for you!
We start our tour walking tour in along Avenida 9 de Julio (9th of July Avenue), the widest avenue in the world, to appreciate the view of Buenos Aires’ most iconic landmark, Obelisco, in the heart of the city.
From there, we will take a journey through Argentina’s Belle Époque as we explore more of Buenos Aires’ architectural landmarks, lush plazas, opulent palaces and shopping galleries in one of the city’s most exclusive neighborhoods, Retiro.
Discover the legacy of Argentina’s Golden Age of economic prosperity and why Buenos Aires is called the "Paris of South America.” Gain valuable insider tips as we walk the pedestrian shopping district in Florida and Lavalle Streets, and pass through the elegant Galerías Pacífico. Learn about national hero José de San Martín, and see where he trained his famous cavalry. We’ll end our tour in front of Rapanui, a beloved spot for artisanal chocolate and ice cream, where you can indulge in a coffee or sweet treat.
The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours.
Why is the tour free? We offer free tours to ensure travelers of all budgets can join. These tours are tip-based, meaning you decide how much to contribute at the end.
How does tipping work? At the end of the tour, your guide will provide you with details for making a tip. Our guides accept cash (USD or ARS), credit cards and cash app transfers in USD via Stripe or PayPal. You will also receive an email confirmation for your reservation which includes a link for making a tip.
Stops and points of interest
Las Fuentes Ornamental II, meeting point, Parisian-designed cast iron fountain
Obelisco, iconic obelisk commemorating the foundation of the city
Avenida 9 de Julio, the world’s widest avenue!
Teatro Colón, Buenos Aires’ famous opera house
Plaza Lavalle, 3 blocks long park studded with Golden Age archetecture
Palacio de Justicia de Argentina (Corte Suprema, Tribunales), Supreme Court Palace
Teatro Nacional Cervantes, playhouse and concert hall
Templo Libertad y Museo, Liberty Temple, Argentina’s oldest Jewish congregation and Museum
Plaza Libertad, one of the oldest plazas in Buenos Aires
Palacio San Martín, former private home family Anchorena
Plaza San Martin, where San Martin trained his Grenadiers
Palacio Paz, Military Officers Social Club
Rapanui, specialty chocolate and ice cream shop
Tickets include:
Guided walking tour
Entrance to sites and points of interest
Insider tips for visitors
Guests are welcome to relax after the tour at Rapanui and purchase a coffee, refreshment or sweet treat.
Logistics
Where does the tour start? We will meet in front of Las Fuentes Ornamental II at the intersection of Cordoba and Cerrito streets. Look for our Let’s Do Buenos Aires guide with a bright yellow umbrella.
Please dress for the weather* and wear comfortable shoes. Bring hat, sunscreen, water, jacket, umbrella, etc., if desired.
*Our tours go as scheduled in light rain and on hot days. In case of severe storms or torrential rain, we will not go and you will receive an email notification for any changes in the tour.
Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts.
We look forward to seeing you and strolling the streets of our Buenos Aires querido with you!
Let's Do Buenos Aires Tours Team