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Recoleta and Retreat Walking Tour with Historian Souvenir and Light Lunch

4 hours and 30 minutes

Easy

Walking tour of Recoleta and Retiro with a historian in Spanish or English: Avenida Alvear, Calle Arroyo and Plaza San Martín, ending with empanadas, a drink and a design souvenir.
Walk the most elegant side of Buenos Aires with an accredited historian who reveals, in Spanish or English, the secrets of its palaces, domes and stained glass, from Café La Biela to Plaza San Martín.
Stroll along Avenida Alvear and its Belle Époque palaces, such as the Palacio Ortiz Basualdo, the Alvear Palace and the Palacio Pereda, with stops for photos and architectural details.
Continue along Calle Arroyo, with art galleries, embassies and art deco stained glass, to Plaza San Martín: the Palacio Paz, the Palacio San Martín, the Malvinas Cenotaph and the Kavanagh Building.
You finish at our boutique office with a light lunch of two artisan empanadas and a drink of your choice (glass of wine, beer, soft drink or water), plus a design souvenir inspired by the city's architecture.
The meeting point is in front of Café La Biela (Av. Quintana 600, Recoleta); transfers are not included. Buildings are visited from the outside.
What's included?
  • Food & drinks
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Goods & services tax
  • ✅ What does your experience include?
  • 🎓 Accredited historian
    Guide in Spanish and English.
  • 🚶 Walking tour
    Recoleta and Retiro, with commented outside visits.
  • 🥟 Light lunch
    Two artisan empanadas and a drink of your choice.
  • 🎁 Design souvenir
    Inspired by Buenos Aires architecture.
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • ❗ What is not included?
  • 🚐 Transfers
    The tour starts at Café La Biela.
  • 🍽️ Additional food and drinks
    Beyond the empanadas and drink.
  • 💰 Tips
    Optional.
Please note
    • ℹ️ Important information before booking
      We want you to live this experience with total clarity and without setbacks. Please read these points before confirming your place:
    • 📅 Available days:
      Wednesday and Thursday (subject to availability). Requires prior reservation.
    • 👥 Small-group experience:
      Ideal for those who enjoy detail, conversation and a slow pace.
    • 🎓 Profile of the ideal traveler:
      Recommended for lovers of history, architectural heritage and those looking for a unique and profound cultural experience.
    • 🤝 Collaboration with BA Secrets Tours:
      This tour is operated in conjunction with local specialists in cultural experiences, selected for their excellence and editorial approach.
    • 📍 Meeting point:
      The tour starts in front of Café La Biela (Recoleta). The exact location will be confirmed when booking.
    • 💡 Useful tip:
      Arrive 10 minutes before the start to get started quickly and make the most of every moment.
    What to bring
      • 🎒 What to bring?
      • 👟 Comfortable closed shoes
        There are historic sidewalks and cobblestones.
      • 🕶️ Sunglasses and sunscreen
        Part of the walk is outdoors.
      • 💧 Water bottle
        For the walk.
      • 📸 Charged phone
        For domes, stained glass and facades.
      • 🧥 Light jacket
        In autumn, winter or on windy days.