Casa Rosada
Immerse yourself into 200 years of the history of Buenos Aires exploring Plaza de Mayo, the heart of the city with some of the most emblematic buildings, on this 2-hour private walking tour.
The Plaza de Mayo has been the hub of Argentina’s national life since its foundation, and its inception moment at the Cabildo, located in Plaza de Mayo. Walk around this historic space with a private guide who will show you where Argentina’s national story began and has continued to unfold.
On this short walking tour, you will:
Starting with the Cabildo, you will learn about the history of the square, which was set up by the Spanish to be the centre of their new colony. Telling the story of how Buenos Aires developed during the Spanish Empire when the building was the seat of local government, your guide will take you back in time to the May Revolution when Argentina achieved its independence.
Walking around the square, your guide will point out important buildings that have all played a part in Argentina’s development and you will learn all of their stories. There will also be poignant reminders of the square's role as a centre for dissent, from Peronist demonstrations to the maternal anger of the Madres and Abuelas de Plaza de Mayo.
Overlooking the plaza, at the far end of the Cabildo, stands the Casa Rosada. Despite only holding the President’s office, the pink-painted building retains a distinctive role as a symbol of Argentina.
Your tour will end at the Museo del Bicentenario, where each exhibit tells a story, whether of presidential extravagance or the lives of Spanish soldiers hundreds of years ago. Your guide will highlight the most interesting sections you must see so you can enjoy them at your leisure if you wish to stay longer.
Please note: the museum is only open on weekends. This is a minor part of your tour, and your guide will substitute it with other equally impressive attractions. However, if you wish to visit the museum with a guide, be sure to book a weekend tour.
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