Immerse yourself in Argentine culture with a Milonga Dance Lesson and Tango History Tour. Learn the basics of Tango, explore cultural ballrooms, visit the Carlos Gardel Museum, and enjoy a delicious lunch at a historic Buenos Aires Café.
- Museo Casa Carlos Gardel - 04:30 pm: we meet at the entrance of the Carlos Gardel Museum: the house where Carlos Gardel lived with his mother. He was a singer, songwriter, composer, actor and the most prominent figure in the history of tango. The house was in 1960s also a “tanguería” and it has been completely restored and nowadays exhibits the goods of cultural heritage and work of the singer.
06:00pm: we will go to “Las Violetas”, a bar with more than 100 years of Buenos Aires history.
Declared “Historic Place of the City” in 1998 by the Legislature of the City of Buenos Aires, the bar was visited by presidents and famous artists and writers. Here we will enjoy a delicious and complete afternoon snack.
07:15pm: after the meal, we walk a few meters to La Catedral Club. Here we are going to take an incredible tango lesson (lasting an hour). Milongas such as La Catedral Club are typically Argentine cultural places where you can enjoy a unique experience. Outside touristic itineraries, people from Buenos Aires (porteños) come here to dance Milongas and Tango music. It’s time for you to learn amazing dance steps along with expert dancers. Dare to live an unforgettable and truly “porteña” night!
- Afternoon brunch at traditional Café
- Entrance ticket to Carlos Gardel Museum
- Professional guide
- Milonga lesson
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
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1 Salted Option - Sandwich / Chips / Toast.
One drink per person: Infusion / Hot chocolate / Orange juice - 1 Sweet option - Portion of cake / Pudding / Fine doughs
Our expedition is the perfect fit for individuals yearning to delve into the heart of Tango by grasping its fundamental principles and participating in an authentic Milonga. These time-honored dance halls, pivotal to Argentine social life, provide a platform for not just mastering rudimentary moves under the guidance of skilled dancers, but also for delving into this culture more substantially. This exciting afternoon in a milonga will transform you into a true ‘milonguero’!
In addition, our splendid journey previously included a tour of the Carlos Gardel Museum and a midday meal at a historic Buenos Aires Café.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
