Comuna 1 Trip Overview
This is the most complete city tour of Buenos Aires and it will make you feel the essence of both historical and popular places and neighborhoods of the city. By using public transport (bus and subway), you’ll be a part of this amazing metropolis, having a unique and real daily life experience. Explore downtown Buenos Aires also known as Microcentro, walk through San Telmo, then go to the famous Caminito street of La Boca and end the tour at Recoleta neighborhood.
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Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Comuna 1, Argentina
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Comuna 1, Buenos Aires, Argentina
This is the most complete city tour of Buenos Aires and it will make you feel the essence of both historical and popular places and neighborhoods of the city. By using public transport (bus and subway), you’ll be a part of this amazing metropolis, having a unique and real daily life experience. Explore downtown Buenos Aires also known as Microcentro, walk through San Telmo, then go to the famous Caminito street of La Boca and end the tour at Recoleta neighborhood.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Calle Defensa Bairro San Telmo, Buenos Aires Argentina
Our walking tour starts at our office in San Telmo. We will take Defensa St. to the very heart of San Telmo. One of the oldest barrios in Buenos Aires, this lively area boasts a vibrant tango and artistic scene. The antiques markets, street lanterns (known locally as faroles), cobbled streets, old-fashioned buildings and original décor give the place its unique bohemian atmosphere. Sundays are the busiest days as the famous street market come to life in Plaza Dorrego.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: La Boca, Avda Almirante Brown, Buenos Aires Argentina
Our tour then moves south to La Boca neighbourhood, home to the Boca Juniors stadium and the vibrant “Caminito” street. Get enchanted by the tango’s dancing and singing and learn how tango, football and different immigration influences have made Buenos Aires one of the most irresistible cities in the world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Puerto Madero, Rosario Vera Penaloza, Buenos Aires Argentina
Coming back downtown Buenos Aires by bus, on board we will enjoy the views of Puerto Madero modern architecture, until we reach “Puente de la Mujer” (woman’s bridge), famous for its shape that represents a couple dancing tango.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Plaza de Mayo, Av. Hipolito Yrigoyen S/N, Buenos Aires Argentina
We will cross the bridge towards Plaza de Mayo, Buenos Aires main square and the political heartland of Argentina, visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and observe the Cabildo (the Colonial Town Hall) and Casa Rosada, the Pink Presidential Headquarters Office.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Avenida 9 de Julio s/n Plaza de la Republica, Buenos Aires C1073ABA Argentina
Then, we will reach the Obelisco, a monument which is itself a symbol of Buenos Aires. We will be a part of this incredible city, getting a glimpse of what everyday life looks like for an Argentinian and making our way down the widest street in the world: the 9 de julio Av. Historical buildings, monuments and streets reveal the story and growth the city has experienced over the years.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Avenida 9 De Julio, Centro, Buenos Aires Argentina
Be a part of this amazing metropolis, going through the real experience of an Argentinian citizen’s daily life and walk down the lively 9 de Julio Avenue, the widest avenue of the world. Historical buildings, monuments and streets will show the modifications that the city has undergone since its foundation such as Palacio de Tribunales.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Recoleta, Junin y Guido, Buenos Aires Argentina
The bus takes you to the elegant Recoleta area, known for the impressive Recoleta Cemetery. You will find beautiful architecture, lots of museums, chic cafes and restaurants, exclusive streets and shopping centres.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Cemiterio de Recoleta, Junin 1760, Buenos Aires C1113 Argentina
The tour comes to a close at the Recoleta Cemetery. You have the option to enter the place and wander around the beautiful lanes to Evita Peron’s resting place.
* The order of the attractions to visit can be modified at the discretion of the guide
