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By Buenos Aires Free Walks

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €1 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Discover the luxurious Recoleta and Retiro areas of Buenos Aires
    • Admire the opulent architecture of the Palacio San Martín and Palacio Paz
    • Enjoy a panoramic view of the Tower of the English from the terrace
    • Stroll through the beautiful parks and gardens of Buenos Aires
    • Learn about the history of the city and its most famous landmarks

Activity location

    • Buenos Aires
    • Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Libertad & Viamonte, C1012 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina | Look for the guides in orange at the corner of streets Libertad and Viamonte next to the opera house Teatro Colón.
    • Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Recoleta and Retiro Free Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:30
Price details
€0.89 x 2 Adults€1.78
Total
Price is €1.78

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided walking tour of Recoleta and Retiro
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Teatro Colón (exterior only)
  • Inclusions
    Stroll through Plaza San Martín
  • Inclusions
    View of Palacio San Martín and Palacio Paz
  • Inclusions
    Visit Avenida Alvear in Recoleta
  • Inclusions
    Visit to the Church of Our Lady of Pilar
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Service charge (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to any other attractions

Know before you book

    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Enjoy a walk through the beautiful parks, monuments, and palaces of one of the most luxurious areas in Buenos Aires on this tip-based tour of Recoleta and Retiro. Explore the magnificent and opulent Buenos Aires of the early 1900s, starting your walk from the world-famous opera house, Teatro Colón.

    Cross the world’s widest avenue, Av. 9 de Julio, and arrive at Plaza San Martín in the Retiro area. This park, one of the most beautiful in Buenos Aires, is surrounded by aristocratic mansions like Palacio San Martín and Palacio Paz.

    From the terrace, enjoy a stunning view of the Tower of the English. Walk through Arroyo and Alvear streets, and end at Plaza Alvear with the Church of Our Lady of Pilar and the famous Recoleta Cemetery.

Location

Activity location

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    • Buenos Aires
    • Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Libertad & Viamonte, C1012 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina | Look for the guides in orange at the corner of streets Libertad and Viamonte next to the opera house Teatro Colón.
    • Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina