Comuna 1 Trip Overview
Immerse yourself in 200 years of history by hearing the stories of each building in Plaza de Mayo with your private guide, and learn more about Buenos Aires foundational square.
You will learn about the Spanish colonial era and how it came to be the centre of their viceroyalty, with their seat at the Cabildo.
Travel back in time to the May Revolution that started in 1810 and led to independence from the Spanish in 1816.
Walking around the square, you will see the most emblematic buildings that have played a role in Argentina’s history, from Eva Peron and her famous speech from the balcony of Casa Rosada to the demonstrations of the Madres and Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo.
At the far end of the Cabildo, you will see Casa Rosada, Argentina’s Presidents’ office painted in a pink colour that holds a very distinctive role as a symbol of the country. Your last stop will be Museo del Bicentenario, where your private tour guide will tell you stories of Argentina’s past presidencies.
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Duration: 2 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
Immerse yourself in 200 years of history by hearing the stories of each building in Plaza de Mayo with your private guide, and learn more about Buenos Aires foundational square.
You will learn about the Spanish colonial era and how it came to be the centre of their viceroyalty, with their seat at the Cabildo.
Travel back in time to the May Revolution that started in 1810 and led to independence from the Spanish in 1816.
Walking around the square, you will see the most emblematic buildings that have played a role in Argentina’s history, from Eva Peron and her famous speech from the balcony of Casa Rosada to the demonstrations of the Madres and Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo.
At the far end of the Cabildo, you will see Casa Rosada, Argentina’s Presidents’ office painted in a pink colour that holds a very distinctive role as a symbol of the country. Your last stop will be Museo del Bicentenario, where your private tour guide will tell you stories of Argentina’s past presidencies.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Plaza de Mayo, Av. Hipolito Yrigoyen S/N, Buenos Aires Argentina
Explore Plaza de Mayo: the oldest and most important square in Buenos Aires which has witnessed many powerful political and social moments.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cabildo, Calle Gral Simon Bolivar 65, Buenos Aires C1066AAA Argentina
Walk by the Cabildo: the old headquarters of the Rio de la Plata Viceroyalty in the colonial era.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Catedral Metropolitana de Buenos Aires, San Martín 27, C1004 CABA, Argentina
Step into Buenos Aires Cathedral: a peculiar neoclassical style church where Pope Francis used to lead mass as Archbishop of Buenos Aires.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Casa Rosada, Calle Balcarce 50, Buenos Aires C1064AAB Argentina
Learn about Casa Rosada: where the president holds office with a particular pink 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): Argentina’s past presidencies museum to learn more about its rich history (only available during weekend tours).
Duration: 30 minutes
