Recoleta + Retiro Walking Tour - Includes visit to unique Recoleta Cemetery
Description
Join us on a captivating journey to discover the upscale neighborhoods of Recoleta and Retiro, where Argentina’s French-obsessed elites resided. This area, built in the late 1800s, boasts stunning 60-room French-style mansions, leafy avenues, designer shops, and dramatic churches.
One of the highlights of this tour is the Recoleta Cemetery, the last resting place of the city’s aristocracy and wannabe socialites. Here, you’ll find thousands of exquisite mausoleums of Argentina’s Presidents, artists, and historical characters, including the famed first lady, Evita Perón.
Our expert guides will take you through San Martín Square, where you’ll see the Anchorena Palace, Basilica of the Holy Sacrament, and the Kavanagh building. You’ll also visit the British Tower, where you can go to the top for incredible views (if available) , stroll down Arroyo Street, and explore Alvear Avenue, home to Argentina’s finest palaces.
Learn about the golden age of Argentina, San Martín and his Liberation Campaigns, Evita Perón and Peronism, stories of love and revenge that echo through time, and the quirks and habits of the local porteños.
Finally, we’ll visit Floralis Genérica, a modern landmark of Buenos Aires, before ending the tour. Join us on this unforgettable journey to explore the cultural richness and historic significance of Buenos Aires’ upscale neighborhoods.
Included
Tickets to the Recoleta Cementary.
Excluded
We suggest bringing your own resusable water bottle, as tap water is safe and free to charge at any bar or restaurant