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A bronze equestrian statue with multiple figures, set against a clear blue sky and surrounded by trees. 2
A white church with a bell tower, surrounded by a park with green grass and yellow flowers. 3
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Recoleta and Retiro Free Walking tour

By Buenos Aires Free Walks
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is P 62 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Discover the luxurious Recoleta and Retiro neighborhoods of Buenos Aires
  • Admire the opulent architecture of the Palacio San Martín and Palacio Paz
  • Enjoy a panoramic view of the Tower of the English from the terrace
  • Stroll through the beautiful parks and gardens of Buenos Aires
  • Learn about the history of the city and its most famous landmarks

Activity location

    • Buenos Aires
    • Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Libertad & Viamonte, C1012 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina | Look for the guides in Orange at the corner of Streets Libertad and Viamonte next to the Opera House Teatro Colón.
    • Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Recoleta and Retiro Free Walking tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:30
Price details
P 61.71 x 1 AdultP 61.71
Total
Price is P 61.71

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walking tour of Recoleta and Retiro
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Teatro Colón (exterior only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Stroll through Plaza San Martín
  • What's includedWhat's included
    View of Palacio San Martín and Palacio Paz
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit Avenida Alvear in Recoleta
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to the Church of Our Lady of Pilar
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities (optional)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees to any other attractions

What you can expect

Enjoy a walk through the beautiful parks, monuments, and palaces of one of the most luxurious areas in Buenos Aires on this tip-based tour of Recoleta and Retiro. Explore the magnificent and opulent Buenos Aires of the early 1900s, starting your walk from the world-famous opera house, Teatro Colón.

Cross the world’s widest avenue, Av. 9 de Julio, and arrive at Plaza San Martín in the Retiro neighborhood. This park, one of the most beautiful in Buenos Aires, is surrounded by aristocratic mansions like Palacio San Martín and Palacio Paz.

From the terrace, enjoy a stunning view of the Tower of the English. Walk through Arroyo and Alvear streets, and end at Plaza Alvear with the Church of Our Lady of Pilar and the famous Recoleta Cemetery.

Location

Activity location

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    • Buenos Aires
    • Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Libertad & Viamonte, C1012 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina | Look for the guides in Orange at the corner of Streets Libertad and Viamonte next to the Opera House Teatro Colón.
    • Buenos Aires, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina