Walking Tours in Buenos Aires

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Buenos Aires is a great city to explore on foot. Set out like a grid, Buenos Aires is an easy city to navigate. The city’s wide avenues and boulevards offer spectacular views of prominent landmarks. But the real reason to take to the streets in one of Latin America’s most cosmopolitan cities is to explore. Discover brightly colored barrios and swanky neighborhoods with a professional walking guide. Tour historical and cultural monuments on a self-guided circuit. Whether your family’s passion is history, politics, literature or the tango, guided and self-guided walking tours of Buenos Aires are a fun way to discover Argentina’s heart and soul. Even with kids!

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Getting started

The Buenos Aires Tourism Office and Frommers have developed a variety of self-guided walking tours and the relevant maps and itineraries are available online. The City of Buenos Aires offers FREE guided walking tours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 or 15:00. Tours are in Spanish, English and Portuguese. View the current month's schedule online or pick up a copy of the free brochure “Free Guided Tours” from one of the many Visitor Information kiosks found throughout Buenos Aires. Duration varies.

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The right trip

Buenos Aires walking tours are a great way to introduce the kids to the culture of Argentina and history of its capital. But it is important not to exaggerate. Select an itinerary that reflects the interest of both the adults and kids and one that matches everyone's attention span. Find out if your walking guide has a recommended minimum age.

Packing tips

Wear comfortable walking shoes and keep your daypack light. Don't forget to pack a hat, sunscreen and water as well as a camera and self-guided map.

Travel health & child safety

Buenos Aires has big city risks. Leave your valuables in the hotel safe. Carry traveler's checks rather than cash and carry cash and credit cards separately. Dress to blend in.

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