Tango Show: "El Viejo Almacén"
Description
Enjoy a tango show at “The Most Traditional Tango Corner”. Learn about the history of tango at the place founded by Edmundo Rivero in 1969 who did so to keep tango values intact. Experience the soul of Buenos Aires watching a great tango show.
Tour Options
Itinerary
After hotel pickup, head to San Telmo neighborhood to watch the most applauded tango show. Experience a show that relives the old times of tango and carries you back to the times of "malevos" and "arrabales" in the land where Tango took its first roots: Buenos Aires show in the most traditional corner of Tango. Watch a show at the most traditional corner of tango. El Viejo Almacen is a place with more than two centuries of history. The stage is lit, but the echoes from other centuries do not disappear. Hear the chords of a typical orchestra flow over the tables and watch the dancers spin around in an complicit embrace. Choose the dinner option, to have a delicious dinner including an international menu and the most typical dishes and the best Argentine wines. After an unforgettable night, be dropped-off back at your hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
El traslado in/out está incluido siempre que sea en zonas cercanas al show (sujeto a disponibilidad). El traslado es regular, es decir, viajan en coche tipo van junto a otros pasajeros.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18 years
Reviews(259)
A great experience! We only went to the show and it was great, singer Hugo Marcel, dancers, band. Honestly, it was great.
Estimado Gandhi, Muchas gracias por compartir su excelente comentario y por destacar la gran experiencia que vivió con nosotros. Nos alegra enormemente saber que, habiendo asistido a la modalidad de solo espectáculo, ha disfrutado plenamente de cada instante de la noche. Es un verdadero orgullo para todo el equipo de El Viejo Almacén contar con la destacada trayectoria del maestro Hugo Marcel en nuestro escenario, así como con el talento de nuestros bailarines y músicos en vivo. Su reconocimiento es el mejor impulso para continuar preservando la autenticidad del tango en San Telmo. Atentamente, Stella Guest Experience Manager
Great show; they pick you up at the hotel, and the show was divine, just as I thought it would be. Boring and very cool.
Hola! Nos alegra que haya disfrutado del show, esperamos recibirlo en otro oportunidad
I have had other tango experiences in the city, but this one surpassed all without a doubt. Immaculate, complete presentations overflowing the origins of tango and all its cultural richness. The dances, the music and the malambo excite and leave us in ecstasy. I want to repeat the next time you're in Buenos Aires.
Prezado(a) Hóspede Muito obrigado por compartilhar uma avaliação tão maravilhosa e por nos escolher como a sua melhor experiência de tango em Buenos Aires. Sabendo que você já conhece outras propostas na cidade, nos enche de orgulho saber que o nosso espetáculo superou todas as suas expectativas. Nossa missão é justamente transmitir a essência, as origens e a rica cultura do tango. Ficamos imensamente felizes em saber que as apresentações, a música e o show de malambo conseguiram emocionar e transmitir toda essa paixão. Será um verdadeiro prazer recebê-lo(a) de volta em sua próxima visita à nossa cidade para mais uma noite inesquecível no El Viejo Almacén. Atentamente, Stella Guest Experience Manager
A great experience in Buenos Aires. A great show although dinner is not up to scratch.
Estimado Jorge, Muchas gracias por compartir su opinión con nosotros. Nos alegra enormemente saber que tuvo una gran experiencia; nuestro elenco de artistas trabaja con mucha pasión para brindar un espectáculo de primer nivel. Por otro lado, lamentamos sinceramente que la propuesta gastronómica no haya estado a la altura de sus expectativas. Tomamos nota de sus comentarios; este tipo de devoluciones son las que nos permiten revisar nuestros procesos en la cocina y mejorar la calidad de nuestro servicio de cena. Valoramos mucho su honestidad, ya que nuestro objetivo es que la experiencia sea excelente de principio a fin. Esperamos tener la oportunidad de recibirlo nuevamente para que pueda disfrutar de la magia de nuestro tango. Saludos cordiales, Stella Guest Experience Manager
The dancers were incredible and the show ran like clockwork. My only slight negative comment would be that the singer was probably on a little too long and i would have prefer more dancing but overall still a spectacular show and a must do in Buenos Aires.
Dear David, Thank you so much for your feedback and for describing our show as a "must do" in Buenos Aires! We are thrilled to hear that you found the dancers incredible and that the organization "ran like clockwork." We also appreciate your honest comment regarding the balance between the singing and the dancing. Our show features the legendary Hugo Marcel, and while his performance is a highlight of our history, we understand that many guests come specifically for the energy of the dancers. We take your feedback seriously as we are always looking for ways to fine-tune our repertoire to ensure our guests leave 100% satisfied. It was a pleasure to have you with us at El Viejo Almacén. We hope to see you again on your next visit to the city! Warm regards, Stella
The dancers, production, service staff, and the 90-minute performance were all excellent. Kudos to the performers and everyone working behind the scenes— they truly delivered a memorable show. However, on the night I attended, the venue felt overfilled. Seating was extremely tight, with guests packed closely together. I was seated in an upper tier corner, which already felt like a disadvantage, but it was made worse by an inconsiderate guest in front who repeatedly held their phone up, obstructing the view while trying to document the entire show. Leaning forward wasn’t an option either, as I would have blocked the view of those seated behind me. In the end, I had to stand for most of the performance just to properly appreciate the show. I understand this is a cultural experience popular with tourists, but I hope management takes a closer look at venue capacity. It significantly affects the overall guest experience and expectations. It’s a shame when such talented performers give their all, only for the atmosphere to feel cramped and, at times, like a money-driven setup. Would I recommend the show? Yes. Would I recommend watching tango at El Viejo Almacén based on this experience? Unfortunately, no.
Dear James, Thank you for your honest and detailed feedback. First of all, I want to thank you for your kind words regarding our dancers, production, and service staff; they work incredibly hard to deliver a world-class performance, and we are glad you recognized their talent. However, I am sincerely sorry that the seating arrangements and the venue's capacity overshadowed such a great show for you. We take your comments very seriously. El Viejo Almacén is a historic building from 1969, and while its intimate atmosphere is part of its charm, we understand that "intimate" should never mean "uncomfortable" or "overcrowded." Regarding the guest who obstructed your view with their phone, I apologize that our floor staff didn't intervene to ensure everyone could enjoy the show comfortably. Your feedback about the upper tier seating and the feeling of being "packed in" has been shared directly with our Sales and Operations Management to re-evaluate our capacity limits and seating charts. We want our guests to leave feeling they had a premium experience, not just a "tourist setup." I would love the opportunity to welcome you back in the future under better conditions. Please feel free to reach out to me directly if you plan to return. Warm regards, Stella Guest Experience Manager
This show was so much more than I expected. It was outstanding, everything about it! The musicians, the dancers, the singers, the costumes, even the servers! It was truly “Broadway” quality at a very accessible price. I also appreciated that transportation to/from was included. I highly recommend this show at El Viejo Almacen.
Dear Lalwa, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that we exceeded your expectations and that you felt the "Broadway" quality in our performance. Our musicians, dancers, and singers put their hearts into every show, and our service staff works just as hard to make the evening seamless. It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the included transportation as well—we want our guests to focus only on enjoying the magic of Tango. Your high recommendation means the world to us and to everyone at El Viejo Almacén. We hope to welcome you back to San Telmo very soon! Warm regards, Stella Guest Experience Manager
Super frustrating experience, we booked and they happily took our money for VIP seating but when we got seated we were no where near VIP seating. When I questioned it I was told well they had a large group book. Completely unacceptable to still take out money for VIP seating if none was available.
Dear Ronton, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience. I am sincerely sorry to hear that your VIP booking was not honored as it should have been. At El Viejo Almacén, we take our guests' trust very seriously, and it is indeed unacceptable to charge for a premium service that is not delivered due to a group booking. There is no excuse for not prioritizing an individual VIP reservation that has been confirmed and paid for. I have already shared your feedback with our Sales and Floor Management teams to investigate why this was handled this way and to ensure our booking system prevents this from happening again. Best regards, Stella
the malambo danced by the gauchos was amazing!! such a fun surprise! all the dancers were extremely talented and service was attentive. even with vip seating our views of the stage were partially obstructed but overall great experience in a historic setting
Dear Megan, Thank you so much for sharing your feedback and for your kind words regarding our talented dancers and attentive service! We are thrilled to hear that the malambo performance was such a highlight for you—it is indeed one of the most energetic moments of our show. We sincerely appreciate your honest comment regarding the seating. As you mentioned, El Viejo Almacén is a historic venue dating back over two centuries; while this creates the intimate and authentic atmosphere our guests love, the original architecture can occasionally present challenges with sightlines in certain spots, even within the VIP section. Please be assured that we take your feedback seriously as we continuously work to optimize our guests' comfort and view. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future to provide you with an even more seamless experience in our beloved San Telmo home. Warm regards, Stella Guest Experience Manager
This tour met all of our expectations. We were picked up from our hotel as communicated to us. The dinner before the show was very good and the tango performances were excellent.
Dear Wendy, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that we met all your expectations, from the hotel pick-up to the final bow of our dancers. It’s great to know you enjoyed the dinner as much as the performance of our show. We will be sure to share your kind words with our entire team. We hope to see you again in the future! Warm regards, Stella Guest Experience Manager
