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"See how the other half lived: The Wealthy Buenos Aires" an invitation to delight in palaces and all the XIXth-century beauty (and gossip) of Recoleta, Alvear, Arroyo and Retiro!

Highlights

• See the beautiful and mysterious Barroque Iglesia del Pilar
• Visit the largest open air museum in the world (and cemetery): Recoleta
• Marvel at the palaces on Alvear Avenue, home of the XIXth century super wealthy
• Stroll through Arroyo, see the beauty, cafés, galleries and 'hipness'!
• Walk Retiro: marvel at the Kavanagh, Palacio Anchorena, Paz, & Plaza San Martín

Description

Do you love Beaux Arts Architecture of the XIX century? Did you know that Buenos Aires has the largest number of family palaces and petit hotels sin the world? How about being surrounded by beauty? Do you like listening to real-life stories that are stranger than fiction? Then Recoleta, the first boulevard catering to the Super Wealthy, inaugurated in 1874, is the place for you! We'll start in Recoleta, talk a bit about the history of the place, see Palace de Glace and talk about it being the playground for the wealthy (with really interesting stories) and later on, the venue that made Tango what it is today. Then we'll visit Iglesia del Pilar, one of the oldest churches in Buenos Aires,which its rich baroque altarpieces and talk a bit about the mystery man behind it, as well as some of the relics inside. We'll be ending this segment in the Recoleta cemetery, the most important cemetery in Buenos Aires where people such as Evita Perón and the Ortiz Basualdo are buried. It also has some very interesting lore and tales that you'll get to discover. Then we'll walk Avenida Alvear, appreciating the luxury of the french Beaux Art palaces and their colorful stories. Alvear is one of the most beautiful and wealthy avenues in Buenos Aires filled with stories of love, deceit, treachery and heroism. We know them all! We'll be visiting Pellegrini square and talkign about the history of the palaces surrounding it as well as the Jockey club. Finally, we'll cross the longest avenue in the world (second longest) and head on over to Arroyo Street, one of the loveliest streets in Buenos Aires alongside Alvear, filled with coffee shops, one of the best 50 bars in the world and art galleries. Then we'll head on out to Plaza San Martín to catch a glimpse of the Train Station and the Kavanaugh Building with its fascinating and gossipy story! This is where the tour ends and you can catch something to eat and drink on Florida Avenue. Or we'll point you back in the direction of your hotel.

Includes

Guided tour of Recoleta Visit to Palace de Glace Tour of Iglesia del Pilar Highlights of Recoleta Cemetery Walk along Avenida Alvear Exploration of Pellegrini Square and the Jockey Club Stroll through Arroyo Street and Plaza San Martín

Important Information

• Wear comfortable walking shoes Bring a camera to capture the sights Sunscreen is recommended for sunny days Water is essential to stay hydrated Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund