Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina

Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group

Outty Ranking 54 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews2.2 hoursFrom $50
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54/100

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Is Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group worth booking?

Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group is a 2.2-hour experience in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from $50 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
2.2 hours
From
$50 per person

Experience this walking tour of San Telmo, the oldest and smallest neighborhood in town. Get to know the most important sights of this area, the historical cask of Buenos Aires. This walking tour begins at the Mafalda’

What you get

  • Professional Local Guide

About this experience

Experience this walking tour of San Telmo, the oldest and smallest neighborhood in town. Get to know the most important sights of this area, the historical cask of Buenos Aires. This walking tour begins at the Mafalda’s statue (Defensa 700, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires) where you will meet your guide. On this 2-hour tour, you will have included a guided tour of the famous San Telmo market and many more places of interest in this classic and beautiful neighborhood. Additionally, you can choose to add a visit to El Zanjon de Granados, an underground treasure that reveals the city's colonial past through different tunnels.

What's included

Included

  • Professional Local Guide

Not included

  • Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
  • Gratuities

What you'll see and do

  1. Mafalda Statue

    The Starting point of the Tour is located at the Malfada Statue, one of the most iconic cartoon characters of Argentinian culture

    5 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Mercado San Telmo

    The San Telmo Market is a large indoor market located in the San Telmo neighborhood of the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Although it preserves old shops selling vegetables and meats, it is currently a tourist place and there are plenty of antique dealers.​

    30 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Plaza Dorrego

    Plaza Dorrego is the popular name for Plaza Coronel Manuel Dorrego. It is located in the heart of the San Telmo neighborhood, in Buenos Aires, Argentina and occupies a quarter of a block.

    60 minutes here

  4. Museo de Arte Moderno de Buenos Aires

    The Museum of Modern Art of Buenos Aires was created in 1956 at the initiative of the art critic Rafael Squirru, founder and first director of the institution. Squirru was then a young lawyer, eternal enthusiast and passionate about culture.

    Pass by without stopping

  5. Parque Lezama

    Lezama Park is a traditional walk in the City of Buenos Aires. It is characterized by its tree-lined avenues, its amphitheater and the ravine that falls towards Martín García and Paseo Colón avenues. The National Historical Museum is located on its land.

    30 minutes here

  6. The tour ends in a perfect place to enjoy some of the best gastronomy in Buenos Aires, a boulevard with Ice cream, coffee, and restaurants.

    Pass by without stopping

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Buenos Aires

The guide will be waiting for you at this meeting point to start the walking tour.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

this will be the final point of the walking tour, in the San Telmo neighborhood.

Options you can book

  • San Telmo: Hidden tunnels

    Visit El Zanjon de Granados, an underground treasure that reveals the city's colonial past through different tunnels.

  • San Telmo Walking Tour

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
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Signature Tours

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Traveler reviews

2 verified traveler reviews for Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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jimhH9040RX · November 2025

Alejandra’s the best!

A shout out to our exceptional guide Alejandra for giving us such an informative and entertaining tour. We greatly appreciated her humour and insight to give us a better understanding of Argentinian culture. Thank you again for a fantastic experience!

via Tripadvisor

FloridaIsland · January 2025

Perfect tour for a few hours in San Telmo

Our tour guide Anahi was amazing — wonderfully knowledgeable, warm, and funny — and provided the perfect combination of local knowledge, insights, history, and experiences. We visited the neighborhood streets (of course!), a flabbergasting house/restaurant/museum, the local market … could not have been better planned or executed.

Response from the operator: Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for choosing Signature Tours to organize your travel experiences. Your trust means the world to us! We are also grateful for your thoughtful review, as it inspires us to keep pushing our boundaries and delivering exceptional service.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
2.2 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$50 to $98
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Signature Tours, who run 78 experiences we rank across 12 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.8 and 2 in the 90+ Club.

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Why this scores 54

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
Review evidence (18% weight)14
Booking momentum (14% weight)10
Value for money (12% weight)53
Listing quality (10% weight)86
Local standing (8% weight)54
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Buenos Aires.

How much does Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group cost?

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Prices start at $50 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 Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group take?

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Plan for about 2.2 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 Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group?

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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 Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group?

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Around 1 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 2.2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Walking Tour San Telmo Neighborhood Small Group 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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