The 10 Historical Tours in Buenos Aires That Earn Their Price

1.Nazis in Buenos Aires: a historical walking tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 193 reviews · from $25Our pick

Walk through Recoleta, Retiro, and Microcentro with Max, a University of Buenos Aires history teacher. Visit Luna Park, the ABC Restaurant, the National Arms Museum, Palacio San Martín, the Italian Circle, and the former Israeli Embassy memorial while examining Nazi fugitives, Eichmann’s capture, Peronism, and Buenos Aires’ Jewish community.

“really strong insight on everything related to the Nazi's in Buenos Aires, but also the deeper Argentinian history”

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2.Historical Guided Tour with Street Food & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 3h 30m · from $69Top rated

Spend 210 minutes walking San Telmo with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, beginning at El Federal Bar with an aperitif. Visit the market, a traditional bodegón, regional food stops, and a local dessert shop. Guides such as Dennis, Kiki, Lu, Lucia, and Maya bring food history and neighborhood stories to life.

“We were lucky enough to have Lu as our guide for the third time. She makes every trip a 5-star one. The locations are great, the food is amazing, to top it of you get to learn some history as well. But for the love of God, don't eat before you go.. Recommended!”

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3.La Boca Art and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 55 reviews · 2h 30m · from $46

Walk through La Boca with guides such as Facundo, Laura, Dani, and Francisco, tracing immigration, Benito Quinquela Martín’s art, tango culture, and Boca Juniors football. The 150-minute tour includes guided visits to Museo Conventillo El Rincon de Lucia and the Quinquela Martín Museum, plus two of three tasting or museum options.

“Juan is very kind, good knowledge of the local art and speaks also Italian :))”

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4.Recoleta Cemetery – Small Group Tour of History & Secrets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 2h 30m · from $49

Join Esteban for a 150-minute English tour of Recoleta Cemetery, limited to 15 people. Hear stories of Argentina’s powerful families, see Evita Perón’s mausoleum, study European-designed tombs, and uncover legends such as a woman said to have been buried alive.

“Excellent knowledge and excellent English. A pleasure having that guide”

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5.Historic Buenos Aires Landmarks & Icons Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 37 reviews · 2h 30m · from $20

Meet near the flagpole at Plaza de Mayo for a 150-minute walking tour of Buenos Aires landmarks. Spanish-speaking guide Miguel leads you past Casa Rosada, the Cabildo, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Manzana de las Luces, the Bicentennial Museum, and more, adding local stories and practical context. Comfortable shoes, water, sun protection, and weather-ready clothing are essential.

“I was pleasantly surprised by the knowledge of Miguel my guide. He made everything sound so interesting.i probably know more about Buenos Aires than about my own city at this point. I would blindly recommend this tour. You must do it!”

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6.San Telmo, History, Bars, and Tango!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 2h 30m · from $20

Join Miguel for a 150-minute Spanish walking tour through San Telmo, Buenos Aires. Visit tango landmarks, historic bars, the San Telmo Market, Mafalda’s statue, Lezama Park, and the Russian Orthodox Church. The group is limited to six, making it easy to ask questions and follow the stories at a relaxed pace.

“This tour was fantastic! Facts and figures about San Telmo, its history, the difference between tanguerias and milongas, the most famous comic characters, bars... Presented by a guide who truly loves this city! Miguel also did his best to explain everything in Spanish and made sure that we (as non-native speakers) understood everything! A high-quality tour in a small group!”

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7.Historic District Private Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 2 hours · from $52

Meet your private guide outside Café Tortoni for a two-hour walk through Buenos Aires’ Historic District. Visit Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, the Cabildo, Metropolitan Cathedral, and the city’s first subway station. Guides such as Juan Manuel Sanchez explain Argentina’s independence and traditions in clear English, Portuguese, or Samoan.

“Juan Manuel Sanchez did a great job! His English was very clear and understandable. His knowledge of history was impressive and very informative. He was personable and addressed the questions and comments we had.”

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8.Culture and History Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours · from $162

Explore Buenos Aires by private, air-conditioned vehicle with a guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. You will see major sights including Floralis Genérica, Plaza de Mayo, La Boca, Recoleta, Palermo, and San Telmo. Guides such as Laura Dafne, Flor, Averine, and Flo shape the visit around your interests.

“Averine provided an informative and entertaining tour of the city. She gave the necessary information without overloading first time visitors. She tailored the tour to our needs and interests and finished with a very nice meal.”

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9.100% History and architecture of Buenos Aires

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $12Best value

You’ll walk through Buenos Aires’ historic center with a Spanish-speaking guide, beginning at Plaza de Mayo and following Avenida de Mayo toward Congress. Expect architecture, political history, entry to the Cathedral and Chapter, and references to Café Tortoni and Barolo Palace. The tour costs $12 per person, is wheelchair accessible, and operates as a private group.

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10.Buenos Aires Fairs: San Telmo & Mataderos Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 3 reviews · 5 hours · from $127

Meet at Tangol’s San Telmo office for a five-hour guided visit to the San Telmo Antique Fair and Mataderos Fair. Browse antiques, leather, silver, ponchos, and crafts, then try empanadas and locro with a bilingual guide. A Mataderos-only option is also available.

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