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La Boca Walking Tour: Explore the Vibrant Culture and Heritage of Buenos Aires
4.9
416 Ratings
Buenos Aires
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and heritage of Buenos Aires on our La Boca Walking Tour. Explore the birthplace of tango and discover the captivating stories behind its colorful houses.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Caminito - We see the collective housing of the immigrants that arrived to Buenos Aires in the late XIXth century
- Plazoleta Bomberos Voluntarios de La Boca - We see the beautiful murals of local artists dedicated to the local culture and history
- Puente Transbordador Nicolas Avellaneda - We see the place where the old port of la Boca used to be, learning about all the history of the place and how it influenced the culture of Buenos Aires
- Estadio Alberto J. Armando (La Bombonera) - We see the Boca Juniors Futbol stadium from outside, learning abouth our football passion, and the history of one of the most famous clubs in the world.
- Conventillo Historico 1881 - We see some of the original immigrant houses of Buenos Aires, and leanr about the history of Tango.
What's Included
- English-speaking tour guide with microphone
Additional Information
Embark on a journey to witness the magical charm of Buenos Aires with our La Boca Walking Tour. You will get a chance to visit the most scenic spot in the city. La Boca, the cradle of Tango, is a hub of artistic and bohemian lifestyle spun by the immigrants. The dazzling hues of the houses they once dwelled in weaves a fascinating panorama, creating an irresistible allure of La Boca, placing it amongst the most enthralling places in South America.
Come along on this intriguing expedition through La Boca, where you’ll delve into the soul of Buenos Aires, its cultural lineage, and the extraordinary tales that have crafted this lively district.
Location
Caminito & Magallanes
We meet at the corner of Caminito and Magalles, next to the CACHAFAZ shop. Look for the guides in ORANGE. The meeting point is in a pedestrian area only accessible by foot. If you ask an Uber driver to take you there, they will most likely drop you off at the corner closest to it, 1 block away.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(416 Ratings)
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J8458kcdavidt
Aug 31, 2024
Informative and fun - Nahuel's tour was informative and fun. History was interwoven with social anecdotes surrounding the Port and its largely impoverished residents. We loved stories about the multi-coloured houses and Bocca Juniors. A beautiful area a great Tour.
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Jaimeeemiller98
Aug 28, 2024
Fantastic walking tour - Amazing knowledge of La Boca history, very interesting and fun. Went with friends and the guide interacted with us and was open to many questions
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Maryadav
Aug 25, 2024
Maru is an exceptional guide! - Don't visit La Boca without this tour! So professional, informative and interesting, it adds the depth needed to appreciate the colorful neighborhood you are visiting.
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G72nferins
Aug 24, 2024
A great tour with Maru! - I really enjoyed my tour with Maru. Her background as a historian was evident as she shared so much information that showed the complexity and vibrancy of Buenos Aires and the Boca neighborhood.
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Juliangc1696mh
Aug 19, 2024
ALEX AND JULIAN - YESTERDAY SUNDAY I DID THE CONEL GUIA SEBASTIAN MOUTH TOUR, I WAS WITH MY BROTHER JULIAN, THE TRUTH WAS INCREDIBLE THE LEVEL OF ANECDOTES Q HAS SEBAS TO TELL ON THE TOUR, AND THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE AND DOCUMENTATION Q MANAGES, TEN OF TEN HIS TOUR, LEAVES YOU WANTING TO SIT DOWN TO EAT OR DRINK COFFEE WITH THE ...
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Michaeldi8734xg
Aug 18, 2024
great tour, great guide - Maru is a great guide! She did a wonderful job of making the tour and history fun! I recommend this tour :)
You start at the famous crossroads and visit a lot of important places in the town. You get a history of famous people, the sports clubs, and the history of Tango!
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Eliseht1909us
Aug 17, 2024
100% Recommend - I would 100% recommend this tour. A mix of history, culture, sport, & the arts! Not too far walking as well. Santiago was a great guide!!
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Sincerelyketi
Aug 15, 2024
100% recommendation to get a tour with Maru - We really enjoyed our tour with Maru! She was super nice and demonstrated a deep knowledge and love for the area, making the experience both educational and entertaining. The tour was well-organized and we covered a lot without being rushed. My highest recommendations <3
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Constanzan689
Aug 11, 2024
Excellent experience - Excellent experience. We did it with the Sebastian Guide, who gave us a super dynamic tour, full of history and knowledge. Thank you!
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Anabeleng850
Aug 11, 2024
Good tour of the mouth - Amazing and good explanation, thank you!!!
Nice places and good recommendations.
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