
Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 12 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires worth booking?
Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires is a 4-hour experience in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from $299 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (12)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $299 per person
Benefit from a private service with a professional tour guide and discover the old city of Buenos Aires by visiting Zanjón de Granados in San Telmo. Tunnels, mistery & more!. ◾ Enjoy a fascinating journey to the past to understand the origins of the city ◾ Admire the green area of parks in Palermo ◾ Tour around Recoleta and visit its famous cemetery ◾ Sightsee Avenida 9 De Julio, the main avenue with iconic buildings such as the Opera House & Obelisk ◾ Visit Plaza de Mayo and have an outlook to Evita Peron's balcony ◾ Walk around La Boca, a colorful area in the south of the city ◾ Appreciate the new neighborhood of Puerto Madero by the river and see Puente de la Mujer ◾ See Torre Monumental, our local Big Ben ◾ Take the chance and sightsee the old neighborhood of San Telmo ◾ Get to know Zanjón de Granados, the oldest tunnels in Buenos Aires ◾ Learn about our history, arquitecture & culture and discover a magical space where poetry, history and myth coexist
What you get
About this experience
Benefit from a private service with a professional tour guide and discover the old city of Buenos Aires by visiting Zanjón de Granados in San Telmo. Tunnels, mistery & more!. ◾ Enjoy a fascinating journey to the past to understand the origins of the city ◾ Admire the green area of parks in Palermo ◾ Tour around Recoleta and visit its famous cemetery ◾ Sightsee Avenida 9 De Julio, the main avenue with iconic buildings such as the Opera House & Obelisk ◾ Visit Plaza de Mayo and have an outlook to Evita Peron's balcony ◾ Walk around La Boca, a colorful area in the south of the city ◾ Appreciate the new neighborhood of Puerto Madero by the river and see Puente de la Mujer ◾ See Torre Monumental, our local Big Ben ◾ Take the chance and sightsee the old neighborhood of San Telmo ◾ Get to know Zanjón de Granados, the oldest tunnels in Buenos Aires ◾ Learn about our history, arquitecture & culture and discover a magical space where poetry, history and myth coexist
What's included
Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch in Puerto Madero (if lunch upgrade is selected, tour lasts one extra hour)
- Licensed guide and professional driver specialized in tourism
- Admission ticket for Zanjón de Granados
- Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off (downtown hotels)
Not included
- Luggage transportation
- Gratuities and drinks
- Tickets for Recoleta Cemetery. Payment only by credit or debit card. Approx. USD $ 20 each
- Admission fees
What you'll see and do
Avenida 9 De Julio
The Opera House "Teatro Colón", the Obelisk, Avenida Corrientes.
Pass by without stopping
Plaza De Mayo
Casa Rosada, Cabildo & The Metropolitan Cathedral
30 minutes here
La Boca
Caminito, Tango street dancers
30 minutes here
Torre Monumental
The Argentine Big Ben
Pass by without stopping
Puerto Madero
New area, skyscrapers, docks
Pass by without stopping
Puente de la Mujer
Bridge designed by famous arquitect Santiago Calatrava. Its design is a synthesis of the image of a couple dancing tango.
Pass by without stopping
Green area, parks, planetarium
Pass by without stopping
Recoleta
French designed buildings, Recoleta Cemetery, Evita's tomb, craft fair & street artists on weekends
30 minutes here
Floralis Generica
Metal Flower
10 minutes here
San Telmo
Old neighborhood in the south district
Pass by without stopping
El Zanjon De Granados
One of the oldest tunnel systems in town
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
CITY TOUR + ZANJON DE GRANADOS
Pickup included
LUNCH UPGRADE
Duration: 6 hours: Duration Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Private Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Dress code is smart casual
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels might be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark. The sizes must be informed in advance.
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Menu at the restaurant in Puerto Madero: Argentinean Barbecue, sushi, pasta, pizza, cold cuts, salad bar + desserts. Drinks not included. It is an air conditioned restaurant
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
4 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
12 verified traveler reviews for Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Buenos Aires private city tour with the tunnels
We enjoyed our Buenos Aires city private tour. Our tour guide Ana made it really special. She was knowledgeable and professional. She spoke English well and answered all of our questions. She took us to all the different places in the city and explained everything thoroughly. The tunnel tour was also very interesting and worth visiting-the tunnels have been meticulously restored and the guided English tour was very informative. We highly recommend this tour, especially with Ana.
Response from the operator: Hi, thank you for posting a review about our Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires. Your opinion is important to us and will certainly help other travelers. We have forwarded your comments to Ana. We are very glad you enjoyed it!. Cordially, Carlos
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Tour!
This tour is a must for visiting Buenos Aires! The tour guide was great. Answered all of our questions.
Response from the operator: Hi, thank you for posting a review about our Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires. Your opinion is important to us and will certainly help other travelers. We are very glad you enjoyed it and we want to thank you for trusting our agency in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Best regards, Carlos.
via Viator
Enjoyable Day
From start to finish this was delightful and very informative. Barbie showed us many of the great and diverse neighborhoods in Buenos Aires. And the underground museum was amazing!
Response from the operator: Hi Suzy, thank you for posting a review about our Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires. Your opinion is important to us and will certainly help other travelers. We are glad you enjoyed it. Best regards, Carlos.
via Viator
Effortless, Informative, and Intersting.
Having a private tour of Buenos Aires was wonderful. Our guide Ana was extremely knowledgeable about BA, and it's history, all the way to today's issues. Our driver Javier escorted us effortlessly throughout, especially in some of the worst traffic. The underground tour was an amazing look into Buenos Aires past, well worth seeing. Thanks Ana for such a great tour.
Response from the operator: Hi Mike, thank you for you for posting a review about our Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires. Your opinion is important to us and it will certainly help other travelers. We are very glad you enjoyed it and we have forwarded your comments to Ana and Javier. Best regards, Carlos.
via Viator
A wonderful taste of Buenos Aires.
We did an extensive tour of the city of Buenos Aires from the northern sections to Centro, San Telmo and La Boca. We visited, Eva Peron’s mausoleum in Recoleta Cemetery, the underground tunnels and selected the lunch option which was a buffet at Porteno. Our guide, Ana was knowledgeable, friendly, organized and gave us interesting background on the political situation in Argentina.
Response from the operator: Hi, thank you for you for posting a review about Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires. Your opinion is important to us and will certainly help other travelers. We are very glad you enjoyed it. Best regards, Carlos.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $299 to $606
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Private Tours, who run 23 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.0.
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Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Buenos Aires.
How much does Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires cost?
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Prices start at $299 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 Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 12 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 Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires?
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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 Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires?
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Around 4 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires 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 Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires?
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Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges; Transport by air-conditioned vehicle; Lunch in Puerto Madero (if lunch upgrade is selected, tour lasts one extra hour); Licensed guide and professional driver specialized in tourism; and Admission ticket for Zanjón de Granados. Not included: Luggage transportation; Gratuities and drinks; Tickets for Recoleta Cemetery. Payment only by credit or debit card. Approx. USD $ 20 each; and Admission fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 359 listed pickup locations in and around Buenos Aires.
What languages is Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires offered in?
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It is offered in Portuguese, English 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 Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires?
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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.
Is Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Wheelchair accessible; and Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels might be accommodated providing the passenge. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires 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 Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires?
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Across 12 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including CITY TOUR + ZANJON DE GRANADOS, LUNCH UPGRADE. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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