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La Boca
 La Boca is the Italian part of town. As you would expect it is very lively and colorful. Stroll through the artists’ market in the Caminito an open-air gallery whose corrugated iron and timber houses are covered with bright scenes depicting the tango and local architecture.
Recoleta
The place to be for the dead, rich & famous. Ornate mausoleums make for macabre sightseeing. Evita the charismatic wife of Argentine leader Juan Peron is buried there.
| Tigre Delta with Bus and Coast Train |
5 hours |
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At only 30km north of Buenos Aires there is an extraordinary ecological area - the Parana River's Delta.
Travel on the very picturesque Tren de la Costa, whose route along the Rio de la Plata's bank allows a look at the luxurious houses and residences.
Following a stopover at the San Isidro station in order to visit its attractive shopping area, continue your train ride to TIGRE to sail the little rivers and channels where you can enjoy nature at its best!
The area of Tigre is a must see for all visitors to Argentina.
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Nuestra Senora de la Merced
Nicest of the many cathedals in town.
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Avenida 9 de Julio
The world’s widest avenue Avenida 9 de Julio.
In the heart of the city is the Casa Rosada (Pink House—the office of the president) and the
Oldest Methodist Church in South America
While walking the streets of this beautiful city, my wife and I happened upon the oldest Methodist Church in South America according to the historical marker. A magnificant structrue adds to the charm of the other great places of worship in Buenos Aires.
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| Buenos Aires City Tour |
3 hours |
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This tour allows you to discover all the magic of Argentina's capital city. This orientation tour of Buenos Aires is perfect for any first time visitor to the area.
The tour includes the magnificent Recoleta and Palermo neighborhoods, with the beauty of their parks and buildings, the Colon Theater, one of the five most important opera theaters of the world, Mayo Square, the Cathedral, the traditional Mayo Avenue, the Congress Square, and many other buildings and palaces of special architectural, historical and cultural value.
Your tour continues with a visit to the old San Telmo, residence of the 'portena' aristocracy until the end of the XIX century, Caminito Street in La Boca - a colorful neighborhood of Italian immigrants, and the recently recycled area of Puerto Madero. On Sundays the tour includes a stop over at the San Telmo fair.
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| Buenos Aires by Night - Tango Show |
4 hours |
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The night life in Buenos Aires is famous worldwide because of all the variety of entertainment it has to offer to its residents as well as to visitors. A night out in Buenos Aires is next to none in entertainment value and variety, there is something for everyone, all in a safe and vibrant environment.
Enjoy a TANGO show that will contribute to make your stay in this magical city unforgettable.
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Plaza San Martin
For all the British desperately wanting to feel at home: on the San Martin you will find a replica of Big Ben given to Buenos Aires by the city of London.
Museo de Arte Latino Americano Buenos Aires = MALBA
This museum is rather new in Buenos Aires and offers many good expositions on modern Latin American art. Situated close to Plaza de Francia - Recoleta on Avenida Figueroa Alcorta 3415. Open all days expect Tuesday. Wednesday free entrance. Other days 7 pesos entrance fee.
Florida Avenue
Lined with shops it runs from the Plaza de mAyo to the Plaza San Martin. Leather goods, clothing, and practically anything you are looking for at one third the cost in Europe and North America. Not to Mention the fact that the most famous hair dresser in Argentina has his shop in the Galleria.
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Metropolitan Cathedral
On the plaze de Mayo is the Metropolitan Cathedral which houses the tomb of national hero Jose San Martin.
Plaza de Mayo
Plaza de Mayo is the square where the grieving mothers of the desaparecidos (the disappeared) kept their vigil
during the country’s Guerra Sucia (Dirty War)
| Buenos Aires by Bike |
4.5 hours |
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A guided excursion around Buenos Aires by bike includes a conceptual trip of urban interpretations, with historical and anecdotal information.
The trip includes traditional urban landscapes and places unvisited by most tourists. You'll have the opportunity to feel the pulse of the social and cultural intimacy of every place. Far from being just a spectator of the city you'll have the chance to live the sounds, smells and rhythms of Buenos Aires.
Your guides are fun people with a solid background. They are the ones responsible for your safety in each tour. They will also provide all necessary equipment: bikes, safety items - helmets and buoys, food and drinks. To enjoy this trip, all you have to bring is yourself!
There are two routes available, 'South Tour' and 'North Tour'. You must select which route you wish to take at time of booking.
South Tour: Puerto Madero, Ecologic Reserve, 'Costanera Sur', La Boca, San Telmo and Plaza de Mayo Square
North Tour: Retiro, Thays Park, Barrio Parque Neighbourhood (near Palermo), Palermo Woods, Palermo neighbourhood and Recoleta neighbourhood.
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Chacarita
Carlos Gardel (Tango singer) and Juan Peron (former president) have thier tombs here. Less ornate than recoleta.
| Argentina's Opera Pampa |
4 hours |
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This is an exciting show! It reviews the gaucho's epic adventure and his traditions, from the arrival of the horse in the Americas until the birth of the nation. There are 50 dancers and horsemen onstage. The most dazzling and colorful Argentina dances renewed and with splendid choreographs. There are beautiful horses of many different breeds, amazing light and sound effects, as well as fireworks.
After the show you may taste the famous Argentina beef and discover its rich, tender taste. The beef is grilled in a typical gaucho barbecue pit.
But that's not all. After the show, you can visit a fine winery where the best Argentinean wines are made. You may sample these wines over dinner or buy them in gift-wrapped boxes or cases.
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| Argentinean Fiesta Gaucha |
8 hours |
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This is a visit to a typical 'Estancia' (Ranch) of the Argentinean wet pampas, one of the most fertile natural prairies of the world and famous for its meat and cereal production.
Guests will be received with local Argentinean food - 'empanadas', 'asado', fine Argentinean wines and will be able to enjoy folkloric songs and dances and a show of Creole skill. On Sundays the tour includes a stop over at the San Telmo fair.
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| Hot Air Balloon Flight from Buenos Aires |
5 hours |
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The Air Balloon Ride takes place either at dawn or at sunset, since it is at that time that allows for better weather conditions.
The balloon flies over Capilla del Se?or area, only 90Km from the Federal Capital; it lasts for about an hour and a half, including the take-off and landing maneuvering.
From above, you can appreciate the wonderful scenery of the pampas while you are enjoying a unique, quiet and moving experience.
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