Buenos Aires: Speakeasy & Mixology Bar Tour with Cocktails

Buenos Aires saves some of its best drinking spots behind plain doors, upstairs entrances, and unmarked building fronts. This three-hour cocktail walk takes you to three very different bars, with a signature drink at each and no line-waiting to slow you down.

I like the small group size, capped at six, and the short walks between stops. I also like that the tour is about more than ordering drinks: your guide explains the bar culture and the story behind each place. The main drawback is the price, $120 per person, which makes this a better fit for serious cocktail fans than casual drinkers.

Another thing to keep in mind is that the three included drinks are the full tasting. Extra cocktails cost more, and you arrange your own way to the meeting point and home afterward. A guide named Gimena has been praised for making the night feel friendly and local, though your guide may be someone else.

Key points at a glance

• Three bars in three hours: You spend about one hour at each venue, with only six minutes of walking between the first two and four minutes between the second and third.
• Three distinct settings: The route includes a hidden speakeasy, a stylish bar above a restaurant, and a bar ranked among Latin America’s top 50.
• One drink at every stop: Choose a signature cocktail or mocktail at each bar, with still water included.
• Small-group attention: With no more than six participants, your guide can give personal help with drinks, directions, and local context.
• English or Spanish guidance: The experience is offered in both languages, so check the available start time when booking.
• A night for adults: Participants must be at least 18 years old.

Why this bar tour works for a first night out

I see this experience as a useful introduction to Buenos Aires nightlife because it removes much of the guesswork. You do not have to search for three good bars, figure out which entrance is correct, or wait in separate lines. The guide brings you from one stop to the next and handles reserved access.

That matters in a city where a bar may be hidden inside another building or reached through an entrance that looks unrelated to nightlife. The meeting point itself is at Guatemala 4717, at a building entrance next to a restaurant. Your guide waits there, and a phone number is provided, which is helpful when the address does not look like a normal bar entrance.

The tour also gives you variety. You are not spending three hours in one room drinking similar cocktails. Instead, you see three different approaches to Buenos Aires nightlife: secretive, polished, and highly regarded on the wider Latin American bar circuit.

I especially like the one-hour timing at each stop. It is long enough to enjoy a drink and talk with the guide, but short enough to keep the evening moving. If one bar is not your style, you will soon have another setting to compare.

The Guatemala 4717 meeting point

Plan to arrive at Guatemala 4717 rather than going directly to a bar. The meeting point is a building entrance next to a restaurant, and the guide waits there. This is not a tour where you simply wander into the first venue and hope you find the group.

I would save the guide’s phone number before leaving your hotel. The supplied information says it will be provided, and that small detail can spare you stress if you have trouble identifying the entrance.

Transportation to Guatemala 4717 is not included. You also arrange your own transport after the final bar, so think about your return plan before the first cocktail arrives. The route between the bars is on foot, but the tour does not cover your journey to or from the start and finish.

The short walking distances are a real advantage. The first transfer takes about six minutes, and the second takes about four. You get a little fresh air and a change of scene without turning the evening into a city hike.

Stop one: a hidden speakeasy

The first bar is a hidden speakeasy, which sets the tone at once. The appeal here is the entrance and the feeling of discovery, not simply the drink itself. You are visiting a place designed to be less obvious than a standard street-front bar.

The tour allows about one hour at this first stop. You choose one signature cocktail or mocktail, and still water is included. Since the specific drink menu is not provided, I would ask your guide what the house specialties are and what flavors each option offers before choosing.

This is also the point where a local guide can add real value. A speakeasy is easy to enjoy for its atmosphere, but the guide can explain what makes it part of Buenos Aires’ bar culture and how it fits into the evening’s route. A previous guide named Gimena was praised for sharing the history and culture behind the bars, as well as for being friendly and easy to spend an evening with.

Do not expect a full meal at this stop. The experience includes cocktails and water, not food. If you need dinner, eat beforehand or make other plans, since the description does not promise snacks or a meal.

Stop two: a stylish bar above a restaurant

After the first drink, you walk for about six minutes to the second bar. This venue is described as sleek and stylish, tucked away above a restaurant. The change from hidden speakeasy to upstairs cocktail room gives the tour a useful sense of contrast.

Again, you receive one signature cocktail or mocktail and have about an hour at the bar. The setting may appeal to you if you enjoy design-led drinking spaces and want something more polished than a casual pub. The exact decor and menu are not specified, so I would avoid booking this with a fixed image of what the room will look like.

The upstairs location is also why the meeting and entry instructions matter. Your guide handles the reserved access, which means you do not have to work out the entrance on your own or wait with a crowd outside.

This stop is a good place to pay attention to how the drinks differ from the first. You are tasting the city’s cocktail culture, not collecting identical pours. Ask the guide which ingredients or techniques make the second bar different. The tour is strongest when you treat each drink as a small introduction to the venue’s style.

Stop three: a Latin American top-50 bar

The final stop is one of Latin America’s top 50 bars. That ranking gives the evening a clear anchor, especially if you follow cocktail bars beyond the usual tourist list. You are not only visiting obscure rooms. You also get a stop with wider recognition in the region.

The final hour follows the same format: one signature cocktail or mocktail, still water, and help from your guide. Since additional cocktails are not included, you may choose to keep your included drink as the main tasting and order more only if you are comfortable with the extra cost.

Ending here makes sense for people who want a strong final stop rather than a loose bar crawl. You have already seen two smaller, more secretive settings, then finish at a venue known beyond Buenos Aires. The exact order may be worth confirming at booking, but the supplied route lists this as the third location.

As with the earlier bars, food is not part of the package. If you finish hungry, you will need to arrange food separately. The final destination is also not a transportation drop-off, so plan your next move before the night ends.

What the $120 price includes

At $120 per person, this is not a budget bar crawl. The price pays for three signature cocktails or mocktails, a local guide, reserved entry, and a carefully connected route through three venues. You also get still water and personal assistance in a group limited to six.

I think the value depends on how you normally approach nightlife. If you would otherwise spend an evening researching bars, paying for three drinks, and possibly waiting outside each venue, the convenience has a clear benefit. The no-wait arrangement is especially useful for a short visit when you want to cover several places in one night.

The price is harder to justify if you mainly want cheap drinks or prefer to settle into one bar for several hours. Three included cocktails over three hours works out to one drink per stop, not unlimited sampling. Every additional cocktail costs extra.

The small group helps explain the premium. With a maximum of six people, the guide can answer questions and keep the group together through less obvious entrances. You are paying for access and structure as much as for the drinks.

I would compare the cost with the price of three cocktails at Buenos Aires bars you already want to visit. If you are comfortable choosing venues on your own, you may spend less independently. If you want a ready-made evening with local guidance and reserved entry, the package is more useful.

Cocktails, mocktails, and pacing

Each bar includes one signature cocktail or mocktail of your choice. That makes the experience suitable for someone who does not drink alcohol, though the central focus remains cocktail culture. You can ask about the mocktail options at each stop before ordering.

The pacing is sensible. One hour at each location gives you time to drink slowly, listen to the guide, and notice the character of the bar. You are not rushed from counter to counter, but you also do not lose the evening in one place.

Still water is included, which is a practical touch during a three-drink evening. I recommend using the walking sections as a chance to reset rather than treating the route as a race.

Because the included drinks are signature selections, the experience may be more interesting than ordering the most familiar option at every bar. Ask the guide for a recommendation based on your taste. The information does not list the ingredients or alcohol levels, so you should check those details at the bar if they matter to you.

The guide and the small-group feel

The guide is a major part of the value. A venue list alone does not explain why a bar matters, how to find it, or what to order. The guide provides personalized assistance and leads the group through the evening.

English and Spanish are available. That makes the tour practical for international visitors, but you should check which start times are offered in your preferred language.

A guide named Gimena received particularly warm praise for being friendly, explaining the history and culture of the venues, and making the night feel like an outing with a local friend. I would not assume Gimena will lead every departure, but her example shows the sort of personal approach the experience aims for.

The six-person limit is important. A smaller group can enter discreet venues with less fuss, and it is easier to ask questions without turning the evening into a formal lecture. It also means the tour may sell out faster than a large group outing.

Who should book this experience

I would recommend this tour to cocktail enthusiasts, foodies who enjoy drinks as much as meals, and first-time visitors who want a planned night out. It also suits anyone who likes unusual entrances, small bars, and a sense of discovery.

It is a good choice if you want to meet a few other people without joining a large party. The small group makes conversation easier, and the guide keeps the route organized.

You may want to skip it if you dislike cocktails, want a full dinner, or prefer to choose every bar yourself. The tour does not include food, transport to or from the route, or extra drinks. It is also not suitable for anyone under 18.

The experience is wheelchair accessible, according to the supplied details. Since the route includes a bar above a restaurant, I would still confirm any specific access needs before booking, especially if you require details about the entrance or movement between venues.

Booking and practical planning

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option keeps your plans flexible. Starting times vary, so check availability rather than assuming the tour runs at one fixed hour.

Wear shoes suitable for short city walks. The included walking sections are only about six and four minutes, but you still move between venues and may be out for the full three hours.

Arrive ready for the first drink, since the tour begins at the meeting point and not with a separate transfer. Save the address and phone number, and leave enough time to find Guatemala 4717.

The experience is for adults 18 and older. If you are traveling with a mixed-age group, this will not work for anyone younger than 18.

Should you book the Buenos Aires cocktail tour?

I would book it if you want three distinctive bars, guided access, and a compact introduction to Buenos Aires nightlife without standing in lines. The hidden speakeasy, upstairs bar, and Latin American top-50 venue give the evening a clear shape, while the small group keeps it personal.

I would pass if $120 feels high for three included drinks or if you want dinner and transport bundled into the price. For the right person, the value is in the access, local explanation, and carefully planned route. For a casual drinker, booking three bars independently may make more sense.

FAQ

Where does the Buenos Aires cocktail tour begin?

The meeting point is at Guatemala 4717, at a building entrance next to a restaurant. The guide waits there, and a phone number is provided.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts three hours. You spend about one hour at each of the three bars.

How many drinks are included?

Three signature cocktails or mocktails are included, with one drink served at each bar. Still water is also provided.

Are additional cocktails included?

No. Any additional cocktails are not included in the price and cost extra.

Is transportation included?

No. Transportation to the meeting point and from the final destination is not included. The short walks between the three bars are part of the tour.

Is the tour available in English?

Yes. The live guide service is available in English and Spanish. Check the available start times for your preferred language.