9 Buenos Aires History Tours Worth the Money

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 history teacher from the University of Buenos Aires. Over 2.5 hours, connect Nazi migration after 1945 with Argentina’s politics, the Jewish community, Eichmann’s capture, and sites tied to wartime and postwar history.

“It was the most incredible and interesting tour we had in three months Buenos Aires. If you have to choose from the may options, take this one. Generic history included and Max is a fantastic storyteller.”

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2.San Telmo: Historical Guided Tour with Street Food & Drinks

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

Start with an aperitif at El Federal Bar, then walk San Telmo’s market and cobbled streets with a guide such as Lu, Kiki, or Dennis. Expect Argentine appetizers, regional specialties, drinks, neighborhood history, and a traditional dessert over 3.5 hours. Groups are limited to 10; tell the operator about dietary needs.

“Kiki was a great and very knowledgeable guide. She was super fun, friendly and caring about everyone in the group. Very nice selection of food to try and great places to see.”

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3.La Boca Art and History Walking Tour

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

Walk La Boca with a guide who connects its working-class roots and immigration story to Benito Quinquela Martín’s art, tango and Boca Juniors football. The 150-minute route includes La Bombonera, a conventillo museum and the Quinquela Martín Museum. Guides lead in Spanish, English or Portuguese; the package includes two of three options, so check which before booking.

“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

Spend 150 minutes exploring Recoleta Cemetery with an English-speaking guide, in a group capped at 15. Hear stories of its notable residents, see Evita Perón’s mausoleum, and look closely at elaborate tombs designed with European influence. Cemetery admission costs 22,600 Argentine pesos extra.

“As a guide Esteban had the enthusiasm of a novice, but the knowledge of an expert. He brought the subject to life, so to speak, and combined contextual and detailed information in an engaging way. He welcomed questions and was very helpful with recommendations. Would recommend.”

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5.Historic Buenos Aires Landmarks & Icons Tour

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

Spend 150 minutes walking central Buenos Aires with a Spanish-speaking guide, starting near Plaza de Mayo. The route links Casa Rosada, the Bicentennial Museum, the Cathedral, the Cabildo and Manzana de las Luces, with other civic landmarks along the way. Miguel is a guide named by past participants for his personal explanations and local stories.

“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

In a Spanish-language group of no more than six, guide Miguel leads a 150-minute walk through San Telmo’s comic-strip street, historic churches, antique-lined Defensa Street, market, tango landmarks and bars. The route begins near Santo Domingo Convent and ends at Nápoles. Expect plenty of walking and a short restroom pause.

“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 guide outside Café Tortoni for a private walk through Buenos Aires’ Historic District. Visit Plaza de Mayo, the Cabildo and the Metropolitan Cathedral, with entry to the last two included. Guides speak English, Portuguese or Samoan. Past guides named include Juan Manuel Sanchez and Juan Miguel.

“Estuvo increíble la experiencia, la guía explica muy bien y es amable”

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8.Culture and History Private Tour

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

Take a private, four-hour city tour with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle and a guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese. The route includes Plaza de Mayo and La Boca, with other possible sights such as Floralis Genérica, Palermo’s parks, Recoleta and San Telmo. Guides including Laura Dafne, Flor, Averine and Flo have led tours.

“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

Walk from the Pyramid of May through Plaza de Mayo and Avenida de Mayo toward Argentina’s National Congress, with a Spanish-speaking guide and included access to the Cathedral and Chapter. The two-hour private tour costs $12 per person. Café Tortoni and Barolo Palace are named highlights, but confirm whether the route includes stops at either one.

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