San Telmo Walking Tour

Discover Buenos Aires` oldest neighborhood on this fascinating walking tour of San Telmo. Along its cobblestone streets, past historic buildings and corners brimming with Buenos Aires character, you`ll learn about the city`s origins and the events that shaped Argentine history. This 2-hour walk is ideal for understanding the architecture, history, and bohemian spirit of Buenos Aires.

📍 Tour Itinerary

• Origins and colonial era: We begin our journey through time by discovering the history of Colonial Buenos Aires and visiting the imposing Church of San Ignacio de Loyola .

• Historical highlights: We will pass by the Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo , a key site to relive the battles of the English Invasions that marked the destiny of the country.

• Popular culture and icons: We will tour the fun Comic Strip Walk to take a picture with the famous Mafalda sculpture and meet other emblematic characters of local culture.

• Secrets of architecture: We will be amazed by the curious Casa Mínima and visit the historic tenement houses , witnesses to the great history of immigration in Buenos Aires and the birth of tango.

• Tradition and neighborhood pulse: We will immerse ourselves in the heart of the neighborhood through the famous San Telmo Market and the traditional San Telmo Fair , which fills the streets with music, antiques, art and unique cultural expressions.