Top Buenos Aires Historical Tours

Explore one of Buenos Aires’ most iconic and mysterious places with an expert guide who takes care of all logistics. Discover the secrets of the hauntingly beautiful La Recoleta Cemetery, the 14-acre burial grounds in the city center. See the final resting place of Eva Perón and hear fascinating stories about her life and death. Learn about the architecture and history of the cemetery and the many people buried here.

Maximize your time in Buenos Aires with a private, personalized tour hitting many highlights in a few hours. Let your personal guide (separate from your driver) take care of all the details as you’re driven around the city, listening to insights, facts, and stories along the way. You’ll see Casa Rosado, Caminito, Recoleta Cemetery, Mercado San Telmo, the biggest leather factory, and enjoy tasting mate and alfajores before returning to your hotel.

Get to know Buenos Aires on this guided half day tour where you'll be driven to several stops in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, and also be walking between places. This is the perfect way to get an overview of the city upon arrival, or for those who have just a few hours in the city to walk. Among the stops are Alberto J. Armando Stadium (La Bombonera), Casa Rosada, and Recoleta Cemetery, but the entrance fees are extra.

Delve into the Teatro Colón, considered to be one of the top 5 venues in the world, due to its acoustics. Follow your guide around this opera house, famous for its chandelier with 700 light bulbs, and ceiling frescoes. Hear about the history of Argentina's most famous cultural treasures. Choose between an English, Spanish, and Portuguese language tour when you book. Then, arrive at the theater to start your tour. Walk through the majestic halls of this opera house dating back to the early 1900s. Marvel at the horseshoe-shaped auditorium and explore the backstage areas. See the beautiful ceiling frescoes, which were painted by artist Raul Soldi. Learn the history of this venue on this guided tour, and hear about the many performances and ballets that have taken place here over the years. (Argentine nationals can get special discounts by purchasing directly at the Theatre. If the tour is rescheduled and the client accepts the change, no refunds can be requested afterwards.)

Step aboard a ferry to travel between Argentina and Uruguay on this day trip. Head for Colonia del Sacramento, just across the water, and enjoy a river tour as well. Combine your water transportation with any of the tour options once you get there for a complete day exploring Uruguay.

Squeeze all of Buenos Aires’ most visited sights into one small-group city tour. Admire the Casa Rosada presidential palace on Plaza de Mayo and stroll down the grand Avenida de Mayo, then explore the cobblestone streets of historic San Telmo, the birthplace of the tango. Head to La Boca to snap photos of the brightly painted houses along Caminito, then explore the buzzing port of Puerto Madero and pay a visit to the impressive Recoleta Cemetery, home to Evita’s grave.

The magnificent Recoleta Cemetery dates back to the 19th century and houses the burial sites of some of Argentina’s most important historic figures. On this tour, explore the famous cemetery with a guide and learn the secrets behind one of the world’s most impressive graveyards. Admire the grand mausoleums; visit Eva Perón’s (Evita) grave; and hear stories of hauntings, curses, and gravediggers.

Instead of following an itinerary that doesn’t account for your interests, opt to explore Buenos Aires on a private and personalized tour that reveals hidden corners of the capital that you might otherwise miss. Check off highlights such as Recoleta Cemetery and Teatro Colón at your own pace, and relish the flexibility to tweak your itinerary.

See the best of Buenos Aires, all in one day—and then extend your sightseeing to the idyllic Tigre Delta, located just beyond city limits—on this time-saving, small-group tour. Following morning pickup at your hotel, set off to discover Recoleta Cemetery, La Boca, the Plaza de Mayo, and other Buenos Aires highlights. Then, head to Tigre for a relaxing river cruise, local market visits, and more.

Our Tour of The City of Buenos Aires with navigation in the Tigre delta will allow you to get to know and explore all the attractions of the city in a private and exclusive environment. It is a tour that lasts 8 hours in total where you will make a 1 (one) hour navigation through the fifth largest delta in the world, learning about the flora, fauna and small rivers that compose it. Then, they will have a tour of the city of Tigre visiting museums and will be given free time to visit the Puerto de Frutos, the most typical craft fair in the city. At the end of the tour of Tigre and San Isidro, they will go to the big city, to take a city tour visiting the most emblematic points and knowing all the curiosities and culture of Buenos Aires where they will be able to take photos and enjoy each point as long as they like. want. The entire tour is accompanied by a bilingual guide

See Buenos Aires on your own terms, at your own pace, by booking hop-on hop-off bus tickets. Passes valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours are available and entitle visitors to get on and off at more than 20 different stops. Once onboard, you can take in views from an open-air deck or stay cool by opting for a seat in the air-conditioned interior, and listen to commentary from a multi-lingual audio guide.

Discover the dark side of Buenos Aires’ history on this unique walking tour, focusing on the most brutal and most violent dictatorship in Argentinean history. With a local guide, visit an ex-Clandestine Center, often referred to as “Auschwitz of Argentina”, learn the history of Argentina’s “Dirty War”, and hear about the individuals affected by the tragic events.

A tour designed for travelers who, on their first or  last day in Buenos Aires, need to leave their hotel or ship early and want to visit the city before flying back home or embarking. Load your luggage, enjoy your tour and do not worry about your transfer.

Become more familiar with Buenos Aires, without getting sore feet, with this private cycling tour. After meeting your guide at a central location, let them lead the way as you get a comprehensive overview of the city. Enjoy a pre-planned route that includes San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, and Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve, as well as a visit to Evita’s grave in the Recoleta Cemetery.

The Teatro Colón is the leading opera house in Buenos Aires, as well as an architectural landmark, known for its remarkably restored 19th-century interiors. On this tour, explore inside the legendary theater; see the magnificent Golden Hall, the Gallery of Busts, and the Main Foyer; and hear how iconic singers such as Maria Callas, Plácido Domingo, and Luciano Pavarotti have performed on its stage.

Cruise across the Rio de la Plata from Buenos Aires to Uruguay, and spend a day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Colonia del Sacramento. With this day trip, everything is taken care of, including hotel pickup and drop-off and round-trip express ferry tickets to Colonia. On arrival, enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic center, including Colonia Lighthouse, Calle de los Suspiros, and the Basilica De Santisimo Sacramento.

Discover an oft-overlooked part of Argentinean history on this fascinating walking tour delving into Afro-Argentine heritage in Buenos Aires. Your expert guide leads the way, introducing your small group to significant landmarks, monuments, and places rooted in African history in Buenos Aires. See old slave trading quarters and housing, San Telmo Church, Dorrego Square, and tenements. Learn about racism and discrimination in Argentina and how Black culture is erased.

Get skip-the-line access to one of the world’s most well-regarded opera houses, the Colon Theatre, on this small-group tour. Tour the theater with a guide who can provide insight into the history and significance of the building as well as famous artists who have performed, followed by a walking tour of some of Buenos Aires’ other popular palaces.

Typically, Buenos Aires sightseeing tours focus on either city sights or riverside surroundings. This 2-in-1 private tour covers the full range of the Argentine capital by combining Buenos Aires’ top neighborhoods with time to explore the Tigre Delta, where you’ll escape the crowds on land during a boat ride.

Explore beyond Buenos Aires city limits—and travel to a whole new country—on this hassle-free day trip to Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay. Located just across the Rio de la Plata, the UNESCO–listed town is known for its centuries-old colonial architecture, flower-filled plazas, and winding cobblestone lanes. Following ferry transit, go for a guided walking tour of the city's highlights. Then, spend free time exploring the many craft shops and restaurants.

Tunnels and Mystery, an enchanting place where poetry, history, and architecture meet. The city's most important archaeological site. A mystery sealed for over a hundred years. Beneath a carefully restored early 19th-century mansion lies a labyrinth of tunnels with brick vaults. This unique tour invites you to descend to the foundations of Buenos Aires: among archaeological remains and silent ruins, discover the best-kept secrets of Buenos Aires's past.

Pedal your way around Buenos Aires and soak up the city's alluring atmosphere at your own pace. This private bike tour allows you the flexibility to choose your own journey or adjust the route along the way. Wherever you choose to pedal to, from San Telmo to Palermo to La Boca, you'll learn all about Buenos Aires' fascinating history and culture from your guide.

Buenos Aires' striking monuments and vibrant neighborhoods are even more atmospheric after sunset. On this evening tour, discover the city after dark and stop to admire illuminated landmarks such as the Woman's Bridge in Puerto Madero, the Casa Rosada on Plaza de Mayo, and the Floralis Generica in Recoleta. Finally, where you'll find some of the city's coolest bars, restaurants, and nightclubs.

Discover one of the wealthiest and most historic neighborhoods of Buenos Aires: Recoleta. Explore the area on foot with a small-group and local expert who shares insights on the architecture and history of the neighborhood. Learn why the city is compared to Paris, all about the facades of famous buildings and their past inhabitants, and uncover who is buried in La Recoleta Cemetery, where entrance is optional.