Viator · Private tour

Private Tour of the City of Buenos Aires with Local Guide

4.7(52)Buenos Aires1 hour
VIATOR4.3(15)TRIPADVISOR4.8(37)

Description

This exciting tour will take you to explore the iconic cobblestone streets of San Telmo, the famous Caminito walk in La Boca, and the tomb of Evita Perón, the first lady of Argentina, among other places that will leave you impressed with the richness and diversity of the city.

Tour Options

Private City Tour of Buenos Aires with Local Guide
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

40 min

Caminito is the most famous pedestrian street in Buenos Aires. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the city due to its colorful houses and its deep historical and cultural significance. Caminito is located in the popular La Boca neighborhood, on the coast of the Riachuelo River and just 400 meters from La Bombonera, the Boca Juniors stadium.

15 min

The Mafalda Monument is a sculpture dedicated to the most famous character of the cartoonist Quino: 'Mafalda' in which she can be seen materialized on a bench resting. The Mafalda Monument is located a few meters from where the cartoonist lived, in the San Telmo neighborhood where a plaque that says 'Mafalda lived here' commemorates him.

30 min

It is a large indoor market located in the San Telmo neighborhood. Although it preserves old shops selling vegetables and meat, it is currently a tourist place and there are plenty of antique shops. The old "neighborhood" stalls that have been preserved for several decades coexist with the antique dealers, more recent and related to the tourist boom of San Telmo. The building also includes some stores that have their own entrance from the street, including greengrocers, liquor stores, a restaurant and two notable bars: “San Pedro Telmo”, and “La Coruña”.1​

30 min

It is a palace located in front of the Plaza de Mayo that functions as the headquarters of the National Government. This imposing pink building occupies the site where the Fort of Buenos Aires was erected in 1580. It was the residence of Spanish viceroys and later housed, with some reforms, the authorities of successive national governments. The current building is the product of the merger of two previous buildings: the presidential headquarters and the Post Office Palace (on the corner of Hipólito Yrigoyen and Balcarce).

15 min

The Puente de la Mujer, one of the emblems of the Puerto Madero neighborhood, is the first work in Latin America by the renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava and represents another example of how the City permanently seeks to position itself at the forefront of art and architecture in the entire region. It is a rotating pedestrian bridge with one of the largest turning mechanisms in the world, designed to allow the passage of sailing vessels that navigate the docks of Puerto Madero. The work, made in Spain and donated to the City by an individual, represents the image of a couple dancing the tango, where the white mast symbolizes the man and the curved silhouette of the bridge the woman.

10 min

Inspired by Madrid's Gran Vía, Avenida de Mayo is one of the largest and most important arteries in Buenos Aires. Tour the city from Plaza de Mayo with the Casa Rosada at one end, to the National Congress building at the other. Officially opened in 1894, it is worth visiting, as it is like taking a trip through the entire history of the city.

Admission not included30 min

It is located in the exclusive neighborhood of Recoleta, which owes its name to the fact that the convent of the Recoleta monks was located there, to which the neighboring Basilica Nuestra Señora del Pilar also belonged (the cemetery was built in the old monks' garden. ). It is the most visited in the city, due to its numerous and imposing mausoleums and vaults, belonging to many of the main protagonists of Argentine history, such as that of Eva Perón (Evita), one of the most visited tombs. Likewise, it is worth a visit for its architectural value, since it is a sample of the times when the country was an emerging economic power and the main families of the city competed to build splendid pantheons. Many of the vaults and mausoleums are the work of important architects and are adorned with marble and sculptures; More than 90 vaults have been declared National Historic Monuments.

30 min

The Ateneo Grand Splendid was chosen by the British newspaper The Guardian as the second most important bookstore in the world. Erected on the old Grand Splendid cinema theater in the Recoleta neighborhood, it preserves its former splendor and elegance, with the dome decorated with frescoes, the original railings and the decoration intact. On the old stage – with the velvet curtain partly open – there is a bar that invites you to sit down, book in hand. You can also take advantage of the armchairs that are on both sides of the main room or sit in the exclusive boxes that function as small reading rooms. In the basement there is a sector dedicated to children's books, and the upper floor is dedicated to samples and exhibitions.

15 min

This imposing 20-meter-high sculpture that dominates the United Nations Plaza was donated to the City of Buenos Aires by its author, the Argentine architect Eduardo Catalano. It is made of stainless steel and aluminum and weighs 18 tons. It is the first moving sculpture controlled by a hydraulic system and photoelectric cells. The work was inaugurated on April 13, 2002. Its name, "Floralis Genérica", is a tribute to all flowers. It is the projection of a dream of its creator, that of building a large-scale structure that reflects the dynamism of our time. - At each tourist point you will get off and have between 15 and 20 minutes to take photos. -The guide will be with you at every moment and will help you with each photo -He will tell you the entire history of Buenos Aires and how it has developed over the years. -You will know the most beautiful bookstore in the world

30 min

Within the 3 de Febrero Park, in Palermo, is the Rose Garden, with a collection of more than 18,000 roses and a lake that surrounds it. It occupies a space that belonged to Juan Manuel de Rosas's estate, until he was defeated on February 3, 1852 in the battle of Caseros. The work began with the landscape designer Carlos Thays, the same one who built the Botanical Garden, Avellaneda Park and Lezama Park, among others. Then, his disciple Benito Carrasco finished it in 1914. Every July when the pruning season begins, neighbors and tourists come to the gardeners to receive flowers or cuttings from which new species can be reproduced. In this way, in winter the rose bushes bloom healthy and strong to reach the maximum point of development in October.

Highlights

Round trip transfer to the hotel
Vehicle with air conditioning
Bilingual guide throughout the tour
Private transport

What's included

Included
Round trip transfer to the hotel
Vehicle with air conditioning
Bilingual guide throughout the tour
Private transport
Not included
Entrance/entrance: La Recoleta Cemetery (10 usd per person)
Snacks
La Recoleta Cemetery

Pickup Locations & Times

We look for all the passengers by their indicated address or hotels and return them to the same starting point.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(52)

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Ivarcapcrank
May 28, 2026
Recommended if you want to see more of the place. 10/10 experience recommended😊

10/10 Experience and guide! Can absolutley recommend Mariano! Loads of info about every part of the city tour! Also some stops to enjoy the buildings and market. Really nice

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Esther L
April 28, 2026
Mariano was an excellent guide!

Mariano showed up on time and customized our tour for the 4 of us. . He was very pleasant, knowledgeable and efficient. We couldn’t have seen so much of the city in 4 hours without his guide. Recommend highly!

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Guide606286
April 26, 2026
A lovely view of Buenos Aires

We had a great experience with Mariano. He had a lot of knowledge about history and the city. He tailored the tour to our needs and allowed us time when we wanted it. It was a lovely tour.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear you had a great experience with Mariano. His knowledge and passion for history really make a difference, and we're glad he could tailor the tour to your needs and pace. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future! BAires Adventures

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B4149ODallenc
April 25, 2026
Excellent

Professional guide, Matiano. very good! Had a great experience in Buenos Aires.10 out of 10 rating.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you had such a great experience in Buenos Aires and that Mariano made it even more special. We truly appreciate your 10/10 rating and hope to welcome you again on your next visit! BAires Adventures

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O4938TVcherylt
April 6, 2026
Buenos Aries private city tour with Mariano

Mariano our tour guide was wonderful so knowledgeable and friendly. Really enjoyed our tour of beautiful Buenos Aries ❤️ Thank you Mariano ! 🙌

Operator response

Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed Buenos Aires and that Mariano made your tour special with his knowledge and friendly approach. We hope to see you again soon! BAires Adventures

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BoardingPass594478
April 1, 2026
Outstanding Tour Experience

This tour was amazing. We hit all of the sights and learned a lot about Buenos Aires. Mariano was very knowledgeable about the city and provided outstanding customer service. First class tour which I would do again as long as he was the guide!!!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the tour and learned so much about Buenos Aires. Mariano will be very happy to know he made such a great impression with his knowledge and service. We’d love to welcome you again anytime! BAires Adventures

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CCIndyNJ
April 1, 2026
Great Tour and Fantastic Tour Guide!

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with our tour guide, Mariano. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and shared detailed, engaging explanations throughout the tour. One of the biggest highlights was how excellent his English was—it made communication seamless and allowed us to fully enjoy and understand everything he shared. The tour was perfectly paced to our preferences, and Mariano went above and beyond by suggesting additional places we could visit. Parking can be challenging in some areas, but he handled it effortlessly by dropping us off at each landmark so we could explore and take photos, then picking us up at convenient locations. On the return trip to our hotel, he even recommended great evening tours, which we really appreciated. Overall, it was a fantastic experience. Mariano’s expertise, professionalism, and ability to communicate so clearly made the excursion especially enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great experience with Mariano. His knowledge, professionalism, and ability to communicate clearly truly make a difference, and we're glad you felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout the tour. It's great to know you enjoyed the pacing, the personalized recommendations, and the overall experience. We really appreciate your kind words and recommendation. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Buenos Aires! BAires Adventures

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Jeff V
March 14, 2026
Incredible tour!

Mariano was absolutely fantastic! We learned so much about Bueno Aires and every question we asked, Mariano had the answers, from how the government functioned, to economics, history, it was amazing. I feel like we hit all the important places in the city and the Delta trip was beautiful and relaxing. I really recommend this trip!

Operator response

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Mariano — we’ll be sure to share your kind words with him. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed learning about Buenos Aires and that all your questions were answered in such a complete way. We’re also glad you enjoyed both the city highlights and the Delta navigation. Thank you for your recommendation — we truly appreciate it! BAires Adventures

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Trail612961
February 19, 2026
Private tour

What an amazing day we had! Mariano was a wonderful guide and so informative. We covered so much ground in a short time. His English was great and we learned so much from him. Highly recommend this!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you had such a great day with Mariano. He truly loves sharing his knowledge, and we're glad you enjoyed the experience and his guidance. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future! BAires Adventures

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marissarI5995TO
February 15, 2026
Simply amazing

Mariano was simply amazing the depth of his knowledge and enthusiasm truly enhanced the tours experience

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Mariano’s knowledge and enthusiasm made your experience even more special. He truly loves what he does, and your feedback means a lot to us. BAires Adventures

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