Buenos Aires: La Boca & San Telmo Guided Walking Tour

La Boca, Buenos Aires, Cuba



Explore Buenos Aires on a guided walking tour of La Boca and San Telmo. Discover the city's rich history, vibrant culture, and iconic landmarks with an expert guide.

Highlights

  • Savor the flavors of Argentina with a traditional mate tasting
  • Explore the historic San Telmo Market and its diverse food stalls
  • Discover the vibrant Latin atmosphere of the La Boca neighborhood
  • Learn about the history of the black community in Buenos Aires
  • Visit iconic landmarks like Dorrego Square and Caminito Street

Description

Begin your tour in San Telmo, famous for its cobbled streets, immigrant architecture, and delicious food scene. Start your day in true Argentine fashion by tasting the indigenous beverage mate in a centennial building. Then, head to the historic San Telmo market, where you’ll find stalls offering a diverse range of ethnic foods, fresh produce, and trinkets. Next, visit the charming neighborhood of La Boca, the port that saw millions of European immigrants arriving in Argentina and transforming the city forever. Discover the neighborhood’s vibrant Latin atmosphere and its connection to the history of the black community in Buenos Aires. Let your expert guide take you through the old communal housing of the immigrants, including those who were part of the Afro-Argentine community. Learn about the important role that the black population played in shaping the culture and history of Buenos Aires. Throughout the tour, explore the rich and diverse cultural heritage of Buenos Aires, including its black history, immigrant era, culinary culture, tango, Lunfardo slang, and the intersection of art and politics. Visit iconic landmarks such as Dorrego Square, Defensa Street, Caminito Street, the old port, and see the Boca Juniors Stadium from outside.

Includes

Mate tasting in a centennial building Visit to San Telmo market Tour of La Boca neighborhood Visit to old communal housing of immigrants Exploration of black history and culture in Buenos Aires Visit to Dorrego Square Visit to Defensa Street Visit to Caminito Street View of Boca Juniors Stadium from outside

Excludes

Entrance to Boca Juniors Stadium

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking Bring a camera for photos Be prepared for outdoor weather conditions

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