A great first look at Buenos Aires, from Plaza de Mayo to Recoleta Cemetery.
Buenos Aires Highlights and Recoleta Cemetery
Overview
Discover the history history, architecture and character of Buenos Aires on a private tour combining the city’s essential landmarks with a guided visit to Recoleta Cemetery. Explore Plaza de Mayo, the colorful streets of La Boca and historic San Telmo before traveling along Avenida 9 de Julio toward elegant Recoleta.
Inside the cemetery, walk among monumental mausoleums and hear the stories of the political leaders, influential families and remarkable women who shaped Argentina, including Eva Perón. The itinerary is customizable and can be adapted to your interests, pace and available time.
Itinerary
Plaza de Mayo
Explore the center of Argentina’s political history. See the Casa Rosada from the outside, Eva Perón’s famous balcony, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo.
San Telmo
Discover one of Buenos Aires’ oldest neighborhoods, known for its historic streets, colonial architecture, antiques and traditional market culture.
La Boca and Caminito
Walk through the colorful Caminito area while learning about the neighborhood’s immigrant and working-class roots, traditional tenement houses and connection to tango and soccer.
Avenida 9 de Julio and the Obelisk
Travel along the city’s emblematic avenue and pass the Obelisk, the modern symbol of Buenos Aires.
Recoleta Cemetery
Explore a remarkable city of mausoleums, sculptures and architectural styles. Hear the stories behind some of Argentina’s most influential figures and visit Eva Perón’s grave. *The tickets to enter the Recoleta Cemetery are not included: U$D15 per person payable on site with credit card.
*The tickets to enter the Recoleta Cemetery are not included
Price: About U$D 15 per person payable on site with credit card
The estimated duration depends on traffic and how busy the attractions are on the day of the tour.
Customize this tour
Want a different itinerary or pace? Let the guide know what you have in mind.
What's included
- Transportation with separate driver
What's not included
- Tickets to the recoleta Cemetery
Transportation
- Group 1 to 2 · Sedan
- Group 3 to 6 · Van
- Group 7 to 15 · Van
Your guide
Patri
As a certified tour guide and tour leader, I love going beyond the standard tourist spots to share rich history, intriguing local curiosities, and authentic flavors. What makes my tours special: 100% Customized: Every experience is tailored specifically to your interests, pace, and travel style. Local Food & Stories: Dive into real culture through fascinating history, hidden gems, and delicious regional eats. Smart Free-Time Design: Get insider tips to make the most of every extra moment you have in the city. Ready to experience the city like a true local? Let’s design your perfect day together!
Lenguages: English, Spanish
What travelers say
Patri made the different neighborhoods easy to understand, especially the contrast between San Telmo and La Boca.
Well planned, informative and not rushed.
We saw so much in four hours: the Casa Rosada, San Telmo, Caminito, the Obelisk and Recoleta Cemetery. Patri kept the day moving while still stopping for questions and photos, and her local stories made each neighborhood feel distinct.
The cemetery was the highlight for us. Walking among the mausoleums and hearing the stories of Eva Perón and other influential figures gave the visit much more depth than exploring alone.
A very good overview of the city with a comfortable private vehicle between the main areas. La Boca was colorful and lively, San Telmo felt historic, and Recoleta brought everything together with its architecture and stories.
Patri was engaging and flexible. She adapted the amount of walking to our group and explained the history behind Plaza de Mayo, including the Casa Rosada, the cathedral and the Cabildo. Recoleta Cemetery was an unforgettable finish.
Excellent mix of landmarks, neighborhoods and history.
We enjoyed seeing Buenos Aires' different personalities in one tour. The immigrant and working-class history of La Boca, the antiques and old streets of San Telmo, and the grand mausoleums in Recoleta all felt like part of a bigger story.
The itinerary was full but easy to follow. Patri knew where to pause for photos and gave us a clear explanation of the cemetery ticket before we arrived.
A memorable introduction to Buenos Aires. The view of the Casa Rosada from outside, the Eva Perón balcony, the Obelisk and Caminito gave us plenty of orientation, while the cemetery visit added the deeper historical layer we were hoping for.
Patri brought a lot of energy without making the tour feel hurried. We learned about tango and soccer in La Boca, colonial architecture in San Telmo and Argentina's political history around Plaza de Mayo. The cemetery stories were especially well told.
Very enjoyable and well organized.
This tour worked wonderfully for our first day. We got the major sights but also heard the human stories behind them, from immigration in La Boca to the women and political leaders remembered in Recoleta. Patri was attentive, clear and happy to adapt the route.
The combination of driving and short walks was ideal for our group. Patri showed us the main highlights, explained the historical background and left enough time to appreciate the details. Recoleta Cemetery is much more than a cemetery, and her stories made that clear.
A lively, useful overview of the city. We especially liked San Telmo and the cemetery.
Patri handled the busy itinerary very well. Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, La Boca and Avenida 9 de Julio each offered something different, and the final walk through Recoleta Cemetery gave us a quieter, more reflective ending.
The tour was informative without being dry. We learned about the May Revolution, the Casa Rosada, Caminito and the Obelisk, then spent time with the architecture and personal stories of Recoleta. Patri's local perspective made the connections between the stops easy to see.
Great overview for visitors with limited time. Patri was kind, knowledgeable and flexible with our pace.
The cemetery admission is not included, so remember to budget for it, but the visit itself was excellent. Patri explained the mausoleums, the historical figures and Eva Perón's grave with real sensitivity. Combined with La Boca and San Telmo, it made for a very varied day.
From
USD $360