Comuna 1 Trip Overview
See the iconic highlights of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s vibrant capital city, on this half-day private walking tour that includes a short taxi ride. You’ll enjoy the city’s colourful modern culture as you learn about the country’s dramatic political and military past and present, as well as its colonial history at Plaza de Mayo. Hear the moving story of the Abuelas and Madres (Mothers and Grandmothers) of Plaza de Mayo, who have campaigned for the return of their missing children since 1977. Admire the French and Italianate architecture, including the presidential palace and see the cathedral that was home to Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio, before he became Pope Francis. Standing beneath the famous balcony, learn why Eva Peron, more widely known as Evita, is still so loved by the city, and be sure to sample the famous hot chocolate and churros at the iconic Café Tortoni.
* Please note that Museo del Bicentenario is available during weekends tours only.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 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
See the iconic highlights of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s vibrant capital city, on this half-day private walking tour that includes a short taxi ride. You’ll enjoy the city’s colourful modern culture as you learn about the country’s dramatic political and military past and present, as well as its colonial history at Plaza de Mayo. Hear the moving story of the Abuelas and Madres (Mothers and Grandmothers) of Plaza de Mayo, who have campaigned for the return of their missing children since 1977. Admire the French and Italianate architecture, including the presidential palace and see the cathedral that was home to Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio, before he became Pope Francis. Standing beneath the famous balcony, learn why Eva Peron, more widely known as Evita, is still so loved by the city, and be sure to sample the famous hot chocolate and churros at the iconic Café Tortoni.
* Please note that Museo del Bicentenario is available during weekends tours only.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Plaza de Mayo, Av. Hipolito Yrigoyen S/N, Buenos Aires Argentina
Take a stroll around Plaza de Mayo, an iconic 19th century square in Buenos Aires that has witnessed remarkable moments throughout Argentina’s history.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Catedral Metropolitana de Buenos Aires, San Martín 27, C1004 CABA, Argentina
Step into the magnificent Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral, where Jorge Bergoglio, now Pope Francis, led mass as Archbishop until 2013.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cabildo, Calle Gral Simon Bolivar 65, Buenos Aires C1066AAA Argentina
Travel back in time at the Cabildo, a public building in Buenos Aires, which used to be the seat of the Spanish coloniser’s city council.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Casa Rosada, Calle Balcarce 50, Buenos Aires C1064AAB Argentina
Walk by Casa Rosada, where Argentina’s president holds office, and find out the origin of its colour.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Museo Casa Rosada, Av. Paseo Colón 100, C1064 CABA, Argentina
Visit Museo del Bicentenario, also known as Museo Casa Rosada, inaugurated in 2011 to commemorate 200 years since Argentina’s May Revolution (only available on weekend tours).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Libreria De Avila, Calle Adolfo Alsina 500 esq. Bolivar, Buenos Aires C1087AAF Argentina
Dive into the oldest bookstore in Buenos Aires, Libreria de Ávila, opened in 1777 by Professor Francisco Salvio Marull.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cafe Tortoni, Avenida de Mayo, 825, Buenos Aires 1084 Argentina
Step into one of Buenos Aires’ great culinary icons: Café Tortoni, inaugurated in 1858 and famous for its delicious hot chocolate and churros!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Congreso de la Nación Argentina, Av. Entre Ríos, C1033 CABA, Argentina
Learn about Argentine politics from the 19th century to the current day at the Congreso de la Nacion Argentino.
Duration: 30 minutes
