Behind just 2.30 meters of facade, Casa Minima is the narrowest house in Buenos Aires, preserving the oldest myths and traditions of San Telmo. From the times of slavery to the origins of tango, this visit to the narrowest house in Buenos Aires reveals the stories that shaped the neighborhood's identity.
The visit takes in Casa Minima and the adjacent space on the corner of the block.
Highlights:
-Discover the narrowest house in Buenos Aires: just 2.3 meters wide and with a fascinating history
-Explore a unique home that preserves myths about freedom, 19th-century daily life, and the transformation of a mansion into a tenement, a testament to the neighborhood's soul
-Access restored spaces that preserve original materials and archaeological discoveries that reveal how San Telmo's identity was formed
This exclusive tour begins in Buenos Aires, travelling along the majestic Avenida del Libertador and Avenida Costanera Norte, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the historic Club de Pescadores and Jorge Newbery Airport.
The journey continues to Ciudad Universitaria, passing the iconic Estadio Monumental de River Plate as we head north, crossing Avenida General Paz and making our way to the charming city of Tigre.
Once in Tigre, we'll visit the famous Puerto de Frutos, a lively market where you'll have time to explore, buy local produce or simply soak up the buzzing atmosphere.
Next, we'll take a tour of Tigre's most famous landmarks, such as the picturesque Paseo Victorica, the Naval Museum and the impressive Museo de Arte de Tigre, where we'll stop to take photos and admire the architecture of this magnificent building.
From there, we'll board a boat that will take us through the calm waters of the Parana Delta to Kanoo, an exclusive restaurant on the Rio Sarmiento. Here you will enjoy a delicious all-inclusive lunch, surrounded by the natural beauty that defines the Delta. After lunch you'll have some free time to relax and enjoy the tranquillity of the island and a one hour kayaking lesson (only if you choose this option).
In the afternoon, you'll board a premium boat for the return journey to Buenos Aires. Along the way, you can admire the breathtaking scenery of the delta as we approach Puerto Madero, where this unique experience will end at approximately 5:50 pm.
This tour combines the cultural richness of Tigre, the serenity of the Delta and an unforgettable gastronomic experience - perfect for those looking for an exclusive and relaxing way to discover the best of this region".
Leaving your hotel, we will descend along Av Figueroa Alcorta, where our first stop will be at the Floralis Generica, from where we will also be able to appreciate the Faculty of Law.
Our tour continues towards Palermo Chico, passing by the MALBA Museum, the Palermo Woods, the Japanese Garden, the Planetarium, and the monuments to General Urquiza and the Spaniards.
We continue our route along Av del Libertador, passing by the Decorative Arts Museum, the Monument to Evita, and the National Library, arriving at the Recoleta neighborhood where we will make our second stop. Here we will observe the Church of Pilar and the Recoleta Cemetery (entrance not included).
We continue towards Plaza de Mayo, passing various embassies, the Teatro Colon, and the Obelisk. In Plaza de Mayo, we will get off to see around us the Casa Rosada (Government House), the Cathedral, and the Cabildo.
We will continue our tour towards the neighborhood of La Boca, but first, we will stop in the famous San Telmo neighborhood for a brief wine tasting. Upon arriving in La Boca, we will stop at the Boca Juniors Stadium for a photo opportunity and then proceed to the renowned Caminito street, where you will have free time to explore.
The tour concludes with a visit to the exclusive neighborhood of Puerto Madero.
Our Porteno vineyard is a small oasis located in a unique geographical area that invites you to get lost in its natural beauty: delicate vines that are uncommon in Buenos Aires, rolling fields, poplars, and a lagoon.
What do we offer? A complete experience from the oenological to the sensory, where there is only room to enjoy, to have more than just a good time, and to create the best memories in a fantastic setting.
You will discover the wines from this atypical terroir, as well as exquisite limited editions from the most special corners of Argentina, with respected winemakers Karim Mussi and Santiago Achaval as the consultants who have put their undeniable quality stamp on these labels.
We offer you a unique and exclusive experience at Estancia La Candelaria, which holds much of the history, tradition, and gaucho aristocracy.
Located in Lobos, just 114 km from Buenos Aires, Estancia La Candelaria has over 180 years of history. The estancia features a Colonial house from 1840 and a Norman castle from 1900. It also boasts a park designed by Charles Thays, covering more than 10 hectares and featuring 240 tree species.
Enjoy the services and activities that the estancia offers: an empanada cooking class and wine tasting, a guided tour and visit to the castle, park, and church, lunch with drinks, and a folkloric show.
In the afternoon, there will be a unique demonstration of Indian horse training in the area. At the end, we will return to the city of Buenos Aires.
Visit Don Silvano Ranch in the surroundings of Buenos Aires to discover the heritage and culture of the gauchos. Delight yourself with traditional Argentine barbecue and wine, enjoy a traditional dance and gaucho demonstrations, and learn more about the history of the ranch during the tour. At the scheduled time, we will pick you up from your hotel and head to the ranch. Along the way, we will see industries, nature, and countryside landscapes.
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed with empanadas, wine, and soft drinks. Explore the facilities and enjoy the activities included in the itinerary.
Discover the history of the ranch, which was built in 1930 and spans 380 hectares. While exploring the complex, you will have the opportunity to ride a horse or take a carriage ride.
For lunch, sit down to enjoy a traditional barbecue with salad and Argentine wine. During the meal, experience a gaucho performance of dance and music, showcasing the local folklore. Then, be amazed as the gauchos demonstrate the horseback skills they are famous for.
In the afternoon, after savoring a delicious snack, we will return to Buenos Aires to conclude the tour.
Embark on the Humberto M boat and experience a unique experience in the heart of Buenos Aires. During this two-hour experience, you'll enjoy an open bar, music, and a relaxed atmosphere designed to help you disconnect from your routine.
The first hour takes place with the boat anchored in the port, where you can explore the deck, settle into the glass-enclosed, climate-controlled lounge, and begin enjoying drinks, unlimited beer, and sodas from our open bar while the atmosphere fills with music and good energy.
Then comes the most anticipated moment: the boat pulls away from the dock to offer you an hour-long sail along the Rio de la Plata at sunset. From the open-air deck, you'll watch the city illuminate with the last rays of the sun, offering unique views of the Buenos Aires coast.
A perfect plan to share with friends, as a couple, or to celebrate a special occasion, combining unlimited drinks, music, unparalleled views, and the magic of sailing at dusk.
Important information
Operating conditions: Schedules and itineraries may be modified due to adverse weather conditions or the departure of large vessels, which have right of way in the port.
Accessibility: The vessel has access via gangway and stairs. Passengers with reduced mobility are advised to check boarding feasibility beforehand.
With more than 30 attractions, Parque de la Costa is a great spot for adults and children to spend an unforgettable day full of fun and games. In addition to bumper cars, a carousel, a Ferris wheel, and catamaran rides, the park is known for rides with vertical drops and 5 roller coasters.
After pickup from your hotel in central Buenos Aires, start travelling to Tigre with your professional guide and admire incredible residences north of the Buenos Aires area. Get a chance to see the president's official residence and make a stop in the neighborhood of San Isidro before you arrive at Parque de la Costa in Tigre, a suburb of the city.
Whether you are young or just young at heart, explore the amusement park with your bilingual guide. The kid-friendly rides like bumper cars, theater shows, and laser tag all make this day at the park unforgettable. Ride on twisting and looping roller coasters like The Challenge, Wild, and The Whirlwind before you call it a day and then rest your feet on the way back to Buenos Aires.
Languages
Spanish and English
Duration: 8 hs
Meeting and end point: Hoel pick up downtown hotels in Buenos Aires
Included: driver guide, transfer in/out, entrance fee.
Not included: meals, extras not mentioned in the description.
Become a real milonguero and learn the magic steps that will have you tangoing like a pro with this fantastic afternoon at a milonga. These traditional dance halls are the centre of Argentinian cultural life, and you will enjoy an opportunity to learn some basic steps with an expert dance coach on hand, as well as exploring this culture in greater depth.
Get away from the tourist crowds and learn about the real tango of Argentina, dancing where the locals dance and learning about the costumes, music and traditions of this art form in a fun and educational way. Your dance teacher will help you begin to develop a lifelong appreciation for tango, based on a feel for the music, embrace and connection, wit and improvisation, sensuality and elegance. Instructors speak in both English and Spanish, and their expertise and passion for the dance shines through.
After your lesson finishes, visit the World Tango Museum, where you can find out everything you need to know about the Belle Epoch of Buenos Aires, with old records, posters and black-and-white pictures bringing the good old days to life. Finally enjoy a traditional afternoon tea at cafe Tortoni. It wouldn't be Argentina if you didn't indulge in some chocolate con churros, a thin star-shaped doughnut which you dip in a thick chocolate drink. Discover the secrets of the milongas, learn some new dance moves and discover the history of the world's most passionate dance with the action-packed Milonga tango tour.
Meeting/pick-up point
Confiteria la Ideal, Suipacha 384.
Drive through beautiful Buenos Aires on this exciting bike tour of the city. Cycling is one of the very best ways of getting from A to B in this large, cosmopolitan gem of a city. Hop onto the saddle, learn the fascinating history of the city and make new friends along the way, all of this while experiencing the unparalleled romantic atmosphere of Buenos Aires.
The trip begins by meeting up with the rest of your group and the enthusiastic guide that will accompany you throughout the duration of the tour. The whole adventure lasts between four and five hours, a comfortable time to get to explore all of the city's main neighbourhoods. And don't worry about the traffic; your guide's city savvy will keep you away from it.
Discover the enchanting Tigre, a small island surrounded by the rivers Reconquista, Tigre and Lujan. As you glide through it, observe rowing clubs, beautiful residential areas and all sorts of activities being practise in or alongside the rivers.
People flock to the Fruit Market, one of the Delta's most colourful sites, to purchase cane furniture, bamboo baskets, natural products and, of course, fresh fruit.
San Isidro was originally a farming area, but now it is full of breath-taking private residences built along narrow sidewalks and cobbled streets. Admire the stunning Cathedral that juts out of this part of town and the excellent views of the river. You will also drive through Barrancas de Acassuso, Olivos and many more.
We will visit different places. The cemetery of Recoleta (the tickets not included). We will make a trip through our history. We will find mausoleums and tombs of the national heroes and ancestors of the most traditional families of Buenos Aires, while we walk along the narrow streets of the cemetery. We will also visit the exclusive neighborhoods of Recoleta, Palermo, Belgrano.
We will know the area where Jorge Luis Borges brightness. The National Library Building, and Evita's Museum, a place where our guides are going to make you feel, and understand the work and life of the most important woman of Argentina. A great mixture of history, culture and art. The price includes Evita's Museum Tickets.
Bike ride departing from San Telmo neighbourhood to Tigre. We will take the train from Retiro to San Isidro Station, where we will descend to know its historical centre, the cathedral, its colonial houses and its great manorial mansions of end of century XIX. From there we will cross San Isidro, passing by San Fernando and its Cathedral. Once you have arrived in Tigre, we will visit the traditional market "Puerto de Frutos" where you will have around 50 minutes free to have lunch.
The ride will continue in the port of Tigre where we will go on a boat ride for an hour to know the rivers, channels and islands that make up the ecosystem of the Parana Delta, a meeting point between the Mesopotamia and the wet pampas.
Upon returning from the boat ride, we will continue with our bikes for the traditional "Paseo Victorica", the Tigre Museum of Art and the Sarmiento Museum.
At the end of the tour we will back to San Temo neighbourhood.
To make the most of of this bike tour, we recommend that you are in a good physical condition.