BA 101: Full day private tour by car
Description
Embark on a full-day private tour to discover Buenos Aires' highlights, from its colonial roots to modern charm. Explore Latin neighborhoods, French-inspired manors, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of porteños. Visit iconic landmarks like Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, Cabildo, San Telmo, La Boca, Retiro, San Martín Square, Anchorena Palace, Basilica of the Holy Sacrament, Kavanagh building, Alvear Avenue, Recoleta Cemetery, Puerto Madero, and more. Learn about Buenos Aires’ Spanish colonial origins, Argentina’s independence, and the immigrant era that shaped the city. Dive into the vibrant culture of tango, football, Lunfardo slang, and the intersection of art and politics through figures like Mafalda, Mothers of Plaza de Mayo, Evita Perón, and Benito Quinquela. Discover stories of love, revenge, and the golden age of Argentina's French-obsessed elite. Book now to explore the rich history and identity of Buenos Aires and its people!
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Itinerary
Explore the colonial downtown of Buenos Aires, Plaza de Mayo. Discover the history of BA since its inception by the Spaniards. See the colonial city hall Cabildo, the Cathedral of Buenos Aires and the presidential palace Casa Rosada. Discover the contemporary political history of Argentina: Peronism, the Mothers of May square and more.
San Telmo is a quaint, cobblestoned area packed with amazing architecture, antiquity shops and great food. Walk through the centennial San Telmo Market, see Plaza Dorrego and the San Telmo Church.
Discover the most important port of Argentina's history, the port through which millions of European immigrants entered transforming Buenos Aires for ever. Enjoy this colorful area as you walk through Caminito, explore the immigrants' tenements, see the Boca Juniors Stadium and discover the origin of the passions and quirks of porteños, the people from Buenos Aires.
Meet "The Paris of South America" as you stroll through leafy parks exploring 60-room french manors and the stories of love and revenge of the political class who lived here.
Visit Recoleta, an upscale neighborhood home to the Recoleta Cemetery: a maze of unbelievable mausoleums in every possible architectural style. This is the last resting place of the socialites -and wannabe socialites- of Argentina's golden era, and the last resting place of Evita Perón.
Glossy, high rise neighborhood of Buenos Aires featuring the Woman's Bridge
The most iconic landmark of Buenos Aires
The best sounding opera house in the world is a statement to the power and culture of Buenos Aires.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant seats available upon request.
Reviews(5)
This tour was an outstanding way to experience Buenos Aires, and it exceeded our expectations in every respect. The itinerary was exceptionally well designed, offering a rich and engaging overview of the city’s history, culture, and neighborhoods—from the foundational story of Plaza de Mayo and seeings like the Cabildo, Cathedral, and Casa Rosada, to the deeply moving contemporary history of Peronism and the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo. Each neighborhood brought something distinctive: the charm and character of San Telmo, the vibrant colors and immigrant history of La Boca, the elegance of Retiro’s grand architecture, and the fascinating artistry and stories found in Recoleta Cemetery, including the resting place of Eva Perón. Even shorter stops, such as Puerto Madero and passing by icons like the Obelisco and Teatro Colón, added valuable context and visual impact. What truly made the experience exceptional, however, was our guide, Mariano. He was incredibly helpful, warm, and friendly throughout the entire tour. His knowledge was impressive, but just as important was his ability to present complex history in a clear, engaging, and approachable way. Mariano was attentive to the group, happy to answer questions, and clearly passionate about sharing Buenos Aires with visitors. His enthusiasm and professionalism made the city’s past and present come alive. I would wholeheartedly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Buenos Aires. It provides a comprehensive, thoughtful, and enjoyable introduction to the city—and with a guide like Mariano, it becomes a genuinely memorable experience.
Thank you so much for your kind words about Mariano! He truly is exceptional. Hoping to see you again to show you more of our beautiful country!
In addition to a very informative all-day tour of BA, we also booked with Lunfarda for a two-day Iguazu Falls trip that was AMAZING! This boutique agency is fantastic at supplying personalized travel experiences! Highly recommend!
Thanks for traveling with us! It was our pleasure showing you around!
The day was just about perfect and we could not have been happier. Our guide, Joanna, was so knowledgeable and engaging that we just fell in love with her. Even better, she knew when to hit each spot, so as to minimize crowds, and our driver got us in-and-out of places so easily, and with minimum walking, (one of us preferred not to go long distances). If you have limited time in Buenos Aires, or want to get a good overview to decide what spots to spend more time in, this is the perfect tour. They even recommended dinner venues, which we tried over the next several days, and were not disappointed by a single one.
We had an excellent and extremely knowledgeable guide - Mariano - and, being a private tour we could adjust the timings to take account of our interests.
Mariana and the team at Lunfarda Travel is THE ABSOLUTE BEST! Their professionalism and comprehensive knowledge will make your trip to Buenos Aires unforgettable. As soon as we arrived home in the U.S., we wanted to go back! From the airport transfers to visiting the most interesting sites and attractions, we enjoyed every minute of our touring time with this agency. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND Lunfarda Travel to anyone interested in getting a fun-filled, well rounded visit of one of the worlds most fascinating cities.
