Buenos Aires: La Plata: Half-Day City Tour

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Come to discover La Plata, a planned city full of surprises. Explore its neogothic cathedral, walk perfectly designed avenues, and South America’s most important science museum.

Highlights

  • Admire one of the world’s largest neo-Gothic cathedrals
  • Walk diagonal avenues and admire geometric city design
  • Discover dinosaur fossils at the Natural Sciences Museum
  • Explore La Plata, Argentina’s most iconic planned city

Description

Leave the bustle of Buenos Aires behind and journey just one hour to La Plata, a city known for its unique urban design, cultural landmarks, and scientific heritage. Upon arrival, marvel at the impressive neogothic cathedral—one of the largest in the world—before strolling through geometrically perfect streets and diagonal avenues. The highlight of your visit awaits at the Museo de Ciencias Naturales, South America’s most important science museum. With over 3 million specimens, including complete dinosaur skeletons and native botanical wonders, you’ll journey through Argentina’s diverse natural landscapes—from the sea and mountains to Patagonia. Wrap up this culture-filled half-day adventure with a relaxing ride back to your hotel in Buenos Aires, enriched by a deeper understanding of the country’s science, architecture, and identity.

Includes

Hotel pickup from centrally located Buenos Aires hotels Air-conditioned round-trip transportation Bilingual guide (Spanish/English) Guided visit to La Plata Cathedral (20 minutes) Entry ticket to the Museum of Natural Sciences Drop off in Downtown Buenos Aires

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