Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 46 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour worth booking?
Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour is a 6-hour experience in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from $189 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 46 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (46)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $189 per person
Designed specifically for savvy travellers or those with only a little time in Buenos Aires, the comprehensive Buenos Aires in one day walking tour will give you insights into everything there is to know about this fascinating city! By visiting more than 75 famous landmarks, you'll find yourself weaving your way through the historic downtown, Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, Recoleta, Palermo, Barrio Norte and other neighbourhoods. Whether you only have limited time in Buenos Aires or if you want to see it all, book the Buenos Aires in One Day walking tour as on of your first activities here!
What you get
About this experience
Designed specifically for savvy travellers or those with only a little time in Buenos Aires, the comprehensive Buenos Aires in one day walking tour will give you insights into everything there is to know about this fascinating city! By visiting more than 75 famous landmarks, you'll find yourself weaving your way through the historic downtown, Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, Recoleta, Palermo, Barrio Norte and other neighbourhoods. Whether you only have limited time in Buenos Aires or if you want to see it all, book the Buenos Aires in One Day walking tour as on of your first activities here!
What's included
Included
- Cemetery admission tickets
- Local English speaking guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Meals
- Transportation during tour
What you'll see and do
Buenos Aires Walking Tours
This is where we meet and start our tour NO LATER than 10am: Please look for the guides that have a (small) BA Walking Tours sign in their hands or clothes. We meet OUTSIDE the cafe corner door (corner with Paraguay St.).
5 minutes here
Calle Florida
We will stroll and explain about this lively and quintessential street and its historical buildings.
15 minutes here
Retiro
We will show & explain these highlights--and much more: • Elegant Plaza San Martin (initial bastion, bullfight ring and slave market) • Paz Palace (amazing belle-epoque mansion in BA) • Kavanagh Building (architecture in BA explained) • Santísimo Sacramento Church (unusual and amazing church, explained) • British Clock Tower + Railroad Terminal Stations (here we explain past & present unsuspected presence of England in Argentina) • General San Martin's Monument (here we explain how Argenina was born)
25 minutes here
Avenida Alvear
We will show & explain these highlights--and much more: • Barrio Norte Neighbourhood (here we explain the strong influence of the French and Italian in Argentina) • Mihanovich & Strugamou Buildings • Arroyo Street and its Art Galleries • Elegant Alvear St. & Palaces (here we explain the impact of catholicism, judaism and immigration in Argentina ) • Palacio Ortiz-Basualdo (French Embassy) • Alzaga-Unzue Manor (4 Seasons) • Nunciature (Vatican Embassy - Fernandez-Anchorena-Harilaos Palace) • Duhau Mansion (Hyatt) • Hume Mansion • Alvear Palace
30 minutes here
Recoleta
We will show & explain these highlights--and much more: • The amazing Recoleta Cemetery (explained with monuments and stories, including all about Evita Peron --she is buried here) • Nuestra Senora del Pilar Church + Recoleta Neighbourhood • BA Exhibition Center • Palais de Glace (we explain the coming of age of Tango) • BA Design Center
30 minutes here
La Recoleta Cemetery
A unique cemetery famous worldwide for its beautiful monuments and for being the burial ground of famous Evita Peron. We will explain its most fascinating stories and monuments, including Evita's. No stone left unturned (not literally--it is just a figure of speech!).
45 minutes here · Admission included
Palermo
We will show & explain these highlights--and much more: • BA Design Center • National Gallery of Art • Peynot's Grand Monument (France's present to Argentina for its centennial celebration) • Floralis Monument (Giant Flower) • Evita Peron's Monument (place where she died) • National Library Building
30 minutes here
El Centro (Downtown)
We will show & explain these highlights--and much more: • Florida Street--Oldest street. How Buenos Aires evolved. • Harrods & Galerias Pacifico bldgs.--the British Buenos Aires • Centro Naval--Argentina's past wealth--ranchers & military • Teatro Colon Theatre--Opera House • Obelisco--what does it stand for • Mariquita Sanchez house--Argentina's National Anthem • Bank & Finance District--We will explain our recent history and economy
25 minutes here
Monserrat: oldest neighbourhood Cabildo (old City Hall) BA's Cathedral--where current Pope Francis preached General San Martin's Mausoleum (here we explain how Argentina became a nation) National Bank Government House (its history and architecture explained) Monument to Manuel Belgrano (where the gallows used to be) Ministry Buildings (shrapnel still attests to recent coups -explained) Piramide de Mayo (and the Walk of the Mothers of the dissapeared) Bolivar St.: Manzana de las Luces ("Enlightment Square" -first center of wisdom and foundational site of our schooling system) Oldest Shop, Oldest Church and Oldest house still preserved in the city Defensa St. and Saint Domingo Convent (here we explain the early British presence in 1806 and 1807) Viceroy Linier's House Chile St (old city limit) & Minimal House Immigration and changes in the Architecture of BA Carlos Calvo Market Plaza Dorrego Park Belen Church & Martina Cespedes' cute story Ezeiza's Little Convent ...and much more
30 minutes here
Puerto Madero
We will see and explain Puerto Madero, the newest neighborhood built by expanding the city across the old British dockyards into the water beyond the coast.
15 minutes here
Plaza De Mayo
We will show & explain these highlights--and much more: • Historic downtown and Plaza de Mayo • Metropolitan Cathedral—where current Pope Francis worked • Cabildo-Old City Hall • Casa Rosada—Presidential Office • Piramide de Mayo • Mothers of the Disappeared—tyrants in argentina
30 minutes here
Catedral Primada
The Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral (where current Pope Francis officiated) is the main Catholic church in Buenos Aires, Argentina and holds the impressive and magnificent (guarded) tomb of General San Martin, the Liberator of southern South America, amongst other highlights.
15 minutes here
Casa Rosada
The Casa Rosada is the office of the president of Argentina. The palatial mansion is known officially as Casa de Gobierno.
10 minutes here
Calle Defensa
Defensa St. (Defense) was the street along which the original citizens of young Buenos Aires defended their city against British invader troops in 1806 and 1807. Here we will explain about the important British influence and presence in our cultured and history.
15 minutes here
Casa Minima
This is an extraordinary house as it is the smallest in width in this gigantic city, donated by his master to a freed slave. Here we will explained slavery in Buenos Aires.
Pass by without stopping
Plaza Dorrego
Plaza Dorrego, the heart of famous "San Telmo Antiques Fair" is a square located in the heart of San Telmo, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In the 19th century, San Telmo was the main residential barrio of the city and Plaza Dorrego was its focal point.
5 minutes here
La Boca
Optionally (not included) we can extend this walk 45 minutes and hop on a taxi to visit famous old "La Boca" port where Italian immigrants, sailors and stibadours settled into a colorful tin-house neighborhood that has become internationally famous for its peculiar look.
20 minutes here
Galerias Pacifico
This magnificent beautiful building (originally the Pacific British Railroad offices downtown) was bought by George Soros and transformed into a world-class ultra-beautiful mall famous for its mural paintings.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Buenos Aires
Look for our guide standing with a small "BA Walking Tours" handheld sign just outside the corner door of the emblematic Florida Garden cafe at the corner of Florida St. (main pedestrian street downtown) and Paraguay St.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Interesting Plaza Dorrego is the site of the famous San Telmo Antiques Market and a place with many interesting cafes and antique stores.
Options you can book
FRECH SPEAKING GUIDE
FRENCH SPEAKING GUIDE
Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Buenos Aires Walking Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children 8 and under are free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult
- Note: tour operates rain or shine
- Please note: during the tour, it is necessary to take a one taxi ride to get to one attraction to another. Taxi cost is not included and is approximately USD $5-7
- Coverage of full itinerary may depend on weather, city-dynamics (riots, strikes, repairs), timing and other circumstances at time of tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 46 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
46 verified traveler reviews for Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Tour was excellent. Our...
Tour was excellent. Our guide, Clemencia, went out of her way to provide a wonderful experience for us. She was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. She really went out of her way to make the day so very enjoyable.
Response from the operator: Very glad to hear your experience was as expected by us.
via Viator
For those who want to learn BA up close, not in quick drive by
We walked the city ourselves the day before the tour, and SAW some of the same sights, but through the tour we began to UNDERSTAND the city; the history, neighborhoods, and potential. Understand this is a true walking tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your comments David. Very glad that you've enjoyed it and obviously you've got the idea!!! and it is also healthy, memorable and fun !!!
via Viator
Love Recoleta!
Our beautiful & fun guide, Clemencia took us on a walk around Recoleta. We had empanadas at Juanito’s, an amazing wine tasting at the Hyatt; desserts and coffee at several places (we were tired from 12 hours of travel). She loves her city & it really shows. I highly recommend this company!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent time!
Clemencia was a wonderful guide and gave our group a personalized experience. Great pace and company! Fully recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Local for a Day!
This was our first trip to Buenos Aires and Clemencia showed us the "best of the best" of this beautiful city. She shared the history, rich traditions and details that make this city the "jewel of South America!" I highly recommend this tour, especially if you want a private tour customized to your interests and family and to feel like a local for the day! Our tour guide seemed to know everyone in the city and we even got to meet and get a picture with the former president of Argentina. This was truly a day we will always remember!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $189 to $199
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 16
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
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Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Buenos Aires.
How much does Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $189 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Buenos Aires usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Buenos Aires is not rushed.
Is Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 46 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Buenos Aires, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour?
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Around 16 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Buenos Aires can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Buenos Aires and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Buenos Aires within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Buenos Aires?
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On Outty we rank every Buenos Aires experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Argentine Cooking, Wine & Beef Tasting at Argentine Experience, Historical Sherpa Food Tour of San Telmo with Street Food, Drinks, Cooking Class with Empanadas Steak & Flan by Argentine Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Buenos Aires?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Buenos Aires?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour?
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Included: Cemetery admission tickets; and Local English speaking guide. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Gratuities; Meals; and Transportation during tour. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 373 listed pickup locations in and around Buenos Aires. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour offered in?
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It is offered in English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Buenos Aires. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour?
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Across 46 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including FRECH SPEAKING GUIDE, Buenos Aires in One Day Private Walking Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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