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#1Small-Group Buenos Aires Highlights Tour

Embark on a comprehensive and fun small-group tour featuring Buenos Aires’ most popular landmarks. Visit the world’s widest avenue and discover the unique co...

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4.7 of 5 (64 reviews)

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$30

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#2Piazzolla Tango Dinner Show

Experience an incredible world of art and entertainment at Piazzolla Tango, with over 32,000 square feet (3,000 sqm) dedicated to the tango. Have dinner at t...

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4.1 of 5 (31 reviews)

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$45

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Piazzolla Tango Dinner Show

#3San Isidro & Tigre Small Group Tour

Spend an enjoyable day strolling along cobblestone streets, admiring centuries-old architecture, and exploring quaint canals by boat. From the affluent lanes...

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4.5 of 5 (20 reviews)

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$100

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San Isidro & Tigre Small Group Tour

#4Buenos Aires Walking City Tour

By using public transportation, be part of this amazing metropolis and get a sense of local life in Buenos Aires. Explore San Telmo, with your bilingual guid...

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5 of 5 (17 reviews)

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Buenos Aires Walking City Tour

#5El Viejo Almacen Tango Show

Dancers tango and the music never stops at El Viejo Almacen—considered by locals to be one of the most traditional tango venue in Buenos Aires. Enjoy a class...

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4.3 of 5 (5 reviews)

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$49

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El Viejo Almacen Tango Show

#6Private Full-Day City Tour

Plaza de Mayo with the Casa Rosada, the executive office of the President of Argentina, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Cabildo . San Telmo, one of the ...

Duration 4h+ Free Cancellation Free Cancellation

4.9 of 5 (5 reviews)

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#7Small-Group Gourmet Buenos Aires Food Adventure

Malbec, empanadas, and dulce de leche—if you don't know what these are, you are soon to find out on this Buenos Aires tour. This gastronomic adventure delves...

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1.3 of 5

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$94

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Small-Group Gourmet Buenos Aires Food Adventure

#8Estancia El Ombu de Areco Full-Day Tour

Escape the hustle and bustle of Buenos Aires for a day spent watching rugged horse-riding gauchos, tucking into a delicious barbecue lunch, and strolling aro...

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4.8 of 5 (15 reviews)

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$180

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Estancia El Ombu de Areco Full-Day Tour

#9Rio de la Plata Cruise with Optional Lunch

Soak up some of the best views Buenos Aires has to offer aboard the elegant sightseeing vessel Humberto M. Cruise along the world’s widest river, gazing out ...

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3.4 of 5 (1 review)

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Rio de la Plata Cruise with Optional Lunch

#10Buenos Aires City Tour

See the attractions of Buenos Aires on this guided bus tour that takes you through the heart of downtown and allows you to stop to explore Plaza de Mayo and ...

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3.5 of 5 (5 reviews)

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Must See Buenos Aires Attractions

Buenos Aires Zoo

This animal park has been a part of Buenos Aires since 1888. Today it offers a modern zoo experience focusing on conservation.

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La Recoleta Cemetery

This city cemetery contains the graves of some of Argentina’s most notable politicians and public figures, including Eva Perón.

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Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral

Visit this grand cathedral to admire a range of architectural styles, see the tombs of Argentine heroes and enjoy free live music events.

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Congreso de la Nacion Argentina (National Congress)

A visit to this beautiful building provides an insight into the nation’s political life and a look at an architectural masterpiece.

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Cabildo

See artifacts from Argentina´s May Revolution, browse the stands of an artisan market and admire the colonial architecture of this significant building, Buenos Aires’ first city hall.

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Casa Rosada

Admire the pink façade of one of Argentina’s most recognizable buildings, take a tour of its halls and galleries and visit a museum displaying political artifacts.

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Plaza de Mayo

Spot historical architecture, witness celebrations and demonstrations, watch interesting people and enjoy free music events at Buenos Aires’ most important square.

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Teatro Colón

Visit one of the world’s finest theaters to watch operas, ballets and concerts or take a guided tour of the salons and auditorium.

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Women's Bridge (Puente de la Mujer)

This unique bridge is a symbol of Buenos Aires’ Puerto Madero neighborhood and is a great setting for photography and sunsets.

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Buenos Aires Botanical Garden

Set in the heart of the Palermo neighborhood, this picturesque garden is home to many rare plant species, noteworthy 19th-century architecture and rotating art exhibits.

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Café Tortoni

Soak up the elegance of Buenos Aires’ oldest café: a meeting place of literati, a treasure-trove of art and the host of live tango shows.

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Palermo Holidays

Discover outstanding shopping, exquisite dining and energetic nightlife in the trendiest and largest neighbourhood in Buenos Aires.

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El Rosedal Park

Enjoy the tranquility of a pastoral retreat, a public rose garden and park with fountains, manicured lawns and a freshwater lake.

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Florida Street

The city’s most famous street features a vast array of shops, vendors and artisans without the hassle of traffic.

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Museo Evita

Learn about the private and political life of former First Lady Evita Perón at this tribute to her accomplishments, influence and legacy.

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El Ateneo Grand Splendid

Revel in the opulence and elegance of an early 20th-century theater while perusing thousands of tomes at this huge bookstore.

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Galeria Guemes

Below the apartments, offices and shops of this art nouveau galleria is a famous basement theater where nightly tango performances have delighted crowds since 1915.

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Buenos Aires Attractions

If you love a taste of the exotic, Buenos Aires is the place for you! Venture into the City of Books in the heart of Argentina. This is the home of the tango, beautiful music, exciting cuisine, and a culture that will mesmerize you. Expedia.com is here to put everything you need at your fingertips. v Planning a trip has never been so easy when your arrangements are only a click away. Tap away at the keys and discover the many things to do in Buenos Aires. Whether you are staying for a brief period or planning on an extended visit, be sure to hit all of the top local and tourist spots.

Buenos Aires tours will help you scope out all of the must see attractions in Buenos Aires. It's time to take out your map and plot out all of the places to see in the South American Paris.

Buenos Aires is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere with a people who open their arms wide to visitors from near and far away lands. You can journey on commercial Buenos Aires excursions or choose to be a wanderer, exploring this beautiful city on your own. Don't be afraid to ask the locals for directions and suggestions. They're likely to recommend the Teatro Colon Buenos Aires for a show on the stage or the Teatro Gran Rex. MALBA, the Plaza de Mayo, and Centro Cultural Recoleta will give you rich cultural experiences as well.

Don't forget the Galileo Galilei Planetarium for the lover of all things scientific. You're going to expand your mind and broaden your horizon when you journey to the southern tip of South America.

Expedia can help you to plan every detail with ease. From flight reservations to booking your hotel room, you can count on Expedia.com. Peruse all of your options and make this the trip of a life time. The best Buenos Aires activities are yours for the taking!

Things to Do in Buenos Aires with Kids

There's fun for the whole family in Buenos Aires. Here are a few family friendly experiences to do together that promise to make your trip memorable:

Explore the Neighborhoods of Buenos Aires

Palermo

Spend some time visiting places like Palermo Soho while getting to know Palermo, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Palermo Station or Plaza Italia Station to see more of the area.

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Recoleta

One of the city’s grandest and most elegant neighborhoods is also the final resting place of leading figures from Argentina’s history.

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Puerto Madero

Museums and art galleries, a riverboat casino and a lively nightlife await at Buenos Aires’ sparkling waterfront neighborhood.

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Retiro

Take time in Retiro to visit attractions like Plaza San Martin and Florida Street. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at San Martin Station to see more of the city.

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