Tango like a Local in Buenos Aires

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Buenos Aires, Argentina

4 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Book this Buenos Aires Small-Group Tango Class ahead of time and enjoy an intimate experience where you’ll learn to tango like a local. Learn some basic steps from your instructor so you can get comfortable with this cultural dance. After your class session, head to a nearby tango parlor to learn more about the history of tango and watch other more experienced dancers move around the dance floor.

Avoid the tourist traps and take a tango dance lesson in Buenos Aires
An instructor teaches you the basics of tango so you can dance confidently
Enjoy seeing professional tango dancers and musicians after your class session
Alcoholic drinks and private transport from your hotel are included

What's Included

Alcoholic Beverages

Wine for the table to share
Private transportation

Snacks

Snacks are available to purchase in pesos (ARS)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Buenos Aires, Argentina
We will provide the meeting place location after booking.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.9:00 pm

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 30 reviews

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Best Night in Buenos Aires

Vanessa_C, Jan 2026

I had the most amazing night at the tango class and milonga with Nicole and Matías. They were so welcoming, fun, and great instructors. After the class, Nicole took me to a traditional milonga, and I was absolutely in awe watching how incredible the dancers are. It was truly unforgettable. Nicole’s friends were also so sweet and welcoming, which made the experience feel even more special. I left feeling completely inspired and hopeful to continue taking tango classes back in New York. Thank you for such a wonderful night. It was by far the best night I had while in Buenos Aires!

A night to remember

Dominique_L, Nov 2025

Such a fun evening in Buenos Aires! Martina taught us basic steps of the Tango and took us to a quaint, neighborhood milonga where we had wine, empañadas, listened to a live band and watched couples danced. We ventured on the dance floor as well and had a great time! Martina is welcoming, interesting, talented and kind. We are so grateful to have met her and to have had this experience!

So much fun trying to learn tango

April_S, Nov 2025

Wonderful experience. Candela is a fantastic instructor! Very patient and explains tango very well. Was so fun to try tango for ourselves after the class. What a great way to experience Argentine culture. Will definitely be back next time we are in Buenos Aires!

What an incredible...

Nitin_M, Mar 2025

What an incredible experience!! This was a surprise for my wife and I did not know what to expect. My wife loved it and Victoria exceeded our expectations! There is nothing like receiving a lesson from a world traveling tango expert like Victoria. She was so kind and patient during our personalized lesson as we muddled through the basic steps of tango and slowly built up our confidence. Going to the milonga was like entering another world, both beautiful to watch and participate in. Victoria knows everyone and got us the best tables where you can see the entire floor and admire the community of dancers. Victoria is also just a gem of a person and we are glad to have met her!

Totally worth it

Florence_F, Jan 2025

I met Nicole and Matias at their apartment in the Almagro neighborhood. Nicole is a native Floridian; Matias is her Argentinian tango and life partner. (He is not fluent in English; she translated for him.) In an open room, over the course of an hour, they introduced me to tango and some tango basics and videoed my final effort, with Matias partnering me. We then went via Uber to El Beso, a Milonga in the center of town. They had a front table reserved, explained the rituals and what was happening, got a bottle of sparkling wine, and once joined the dance themselves. I was there for over two hours and felt as if I got an insider’s glance at tango culture. This is not a tango show. This was where local tango aficionados go to dance. Nicole and Matias knew lots of folks there and introduced me to some of their friends. This tour is as promised, intimate, and I highly recommend for a solo traveler, couple, or group.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Hi Florence! It was a pleasure to meet you and spend the evening with you sharing what tango means to us and so many here in Buenos Aires. We are so happy you had a great time!

A must do in Buenos Aires! Amazing tango experience

broadcastbabe, Nov 2024

This was a highlight to my time in Buenos Aires, and if you’re even a little bit curious about tango, you should book this right away! Highly recommend for any level of dancer - from absolute beginner and more. You’ll be in great hands! Cande was my amazing instructor who literally lead me through the basics with patience and grace. She embodies everything tango and I felt really comfortable and safe with her learning tango technique and making mistakes. She even gave me the confidence to try dancing at my first ever milonga! It was such a special moment and I am so grateful for her kind teaching. Jamila organized the lesson and milonga and together with Cande I learned all the unspoken rules about tango; they’re both such beautiful humans who have so much to share. Tango is a respectful, beautiful art and tango isn’t just a dance, it’s a lifestyle. So very grateful to have been welcomed into the tango world for a truly special night! Can’t recommend enough!

A very intense way to learn all about tango!

Ludwig_V, Feb 2024

It was a great and very personal experience. The tango class was very individual in a small group. It seems to be an easy way, to have an experince of learning tango, not so static like in europe. The teachers are absolute sympatic!And the melonga with explanation from professional dancers is a great experience.

Awesome experience.

Suraj_K, Nov 2023

Nicole and Mateo is brilliant. They gave me instructions on the basics of Tango and took me to this historic Milonga. I had a great time with them and it was the perfect way to spend my last night in Buenos Aires.

10/10 Would recommend!!

Stephanie_P, Aug 2023

The lesson with Mala was so informative! It took me up to a level I felt comfortable actually dancing in public. The Milonga she chose was perfect for atmosphere and my skill level. She has a great grasp of English, to convey all the nuances that dancing demands. As a solo female traveler who is leaning Spanish, this was a great choice.

Fantastic and excellently organized

Catherine_C, Aug 2023

We had a wonderful time. The instructors were excellent. I have much dance experience and my husband has very little, but we both learned a lot and had fun. The milonga was very interesting, and it was great to have the instructors there to tell us how it works and to answer all our tango-related questions. I highly recommend.

Insider view of the tango world

Elizabeth_S, Jul 2023

Simply amazing! I had nothing to wear, so Nicole sent me to a local boutique that specializes in ladies tango clothing. Outfit secured, my teen daughter & I then received personalized, private lessons from two incredibly gracious pros, Nicole and her partner, Mateas. They quickly had us doing the basics, and then it was off on a short cab ride to a newer local hotspot milonga that a non-local would NEVER find on their own. One of the preeminent elders in Argentine tango made a surprise appearance! We had great conversation in both English & Spanish and learned much about the tango culture as well as about our hosts. Nicole is a kind, cultured, highly knowledgeable expert who teaches in a way that’s easy for newbies to grasp. I would absolutely recommend this experience for a real insider look at the world of Argentine tango.

Great experience with...

Natalia_S, Jan 2023

Great experience with great hosts! Highly recommend to people who want to see real tango with real people, not a show for tourists.

Wonderful cultural experience with an excellent guide!

Andrea_C, Dec 2019

If you want to have an authentic tango experience while you're in Buenos Aires, I recommend you forego the tourist spectacles and go with this experience. I was in Buenos Aires with two of my (university) students, because I wanted them to not just watch people dance tango but learn about the dance itself and have a richer, cultural experience. We were not disappointed! Rafael (a professional tango dancer from Venezuela) met us at 10pm for a one-hour lesson, which included the basic steps and instructions for how to move, where to place your hands, how to lead etc. Then we took an Uber to Maldita Milonga, one of the best places to watch locals dance tango. On Wednesday evenings there is a live orchestra, which was amazing, and then we got to watch the tango dancers. I even got to try out my newly learned moves myself, which was fun! Rafael was an amazing teacher and guide, and the whole experience was unforgettable. Highly recommend this to anyone looking for the real deal, not just a tourist attraction.