THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Discover Buenos Aires beyond the surface with a private city tour that ventures into the historic underground tunnels of San Telmo. This unique experience offers a blend of iconic sights and hidden urban secrets.
Discover Buenos Aires beyond the surface with a private city tour that ventures into the historic underground tunnels of San Telmo. This unique experience offers a blend of iconic sights and hidden urban secrets.
Book with Buenos Aires Tours
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Buenos Aires Tours · Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina’s sprawling capital, is a city of striking contrasts—where gleaming modern skyscrapers stand alongside colonial facades, and broad avenues give way to narrow, cobblestone streets. Buenos Aires Tours offers a distinct way to navigate this energetic metropolis with a private city tour that includes a rare visit to the old underground tunnels of San Telmo, known as Zanjón de Granados.
This 4 to 5-hour journey blends cultural immersion with off-the-beaten-path discovery. Guests are driven between emblematic neighborhoods such as Plaza de Mayo—home to the Casa Rosada and the balcony of Evita Perón—La Boca’s colorful Caminito street, and the elegant boulevards of Recoleta, where history permeates every corner, including Evita’s mausoleum. The tour unfolds at a comfortable pace, letting visitors absorb the vibrant spirit of Avenida 9 de Julio’s iconic Obelisk and the British-inspired architecture of Torre Monumental.
The highlight of the experience lies literally beneath the city streets: a guided descent into Zanjón de Granados. This archaeological site reveals a labyrinth of tunnels and ruins that chart Buenos Aires’ early urban development and unique engineering methods dating back centuries. It’s a rare chance to uncover how history, myth, and urban legend collide in this subterranean space.
Buenos Aires Tours elevates the typical sightseeing trip by pairing deep local knowledge with private, air-conditioned transport and expert guides who narrate the complex cultural fabric of each neighborhood. Whether you choose the optional lunch upgrade in Puerto Madero’s stylish district or simply relish the city’s diversity, this tour beckons those seeking both the iconic and the hidden stories behind Buenos Aires’ streets. It’s an essential waypoint for anyone wanting a nuanced, revealing take on Argentina’s capital.
easy.
4–5 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires moderate walking and standing periods.
Yes, children over 3 years old can join, with discounted rates available; infants under 3 travel free but must sit on laps.
The tunnels involve some stairs and uneven surfaces, making full accessibility limited; collapsible wheelchairs may be accommodated with prior notice and assistance.
Meals are not included by default; a lunch upgrade is available featuring Argentine cuisine in Puerto Madero.
Private tours accommodate groups up to 15 people.
Guides primarily offer the tour in English and Spanish, with multilingual options available.
Tours operate Monday through Friday; weekend availability is limited or unavailable.
Zanjón de Granados is Buenos Aires' most significant archaeological site showcasing its 19th-century urban roots through restored tunnels and waterways.
Efforts to preserve Zanjón de Granados highlight sustainable urban archaeology by integrating cultural heritage within a modern city.
Buenos Aires Tours is a Buenos Aires–based tour operator that offers a comprehensive catalogue of guided tours, day trips, tango shows and shore excursions across Argentina and neighboring Uruguay. The company provides private and small-group city tours in Buenos Aires, transfers to and from airports and cruise ports, and specialized excursions such as Tigre Delta bike and kayak outings, gaucho estancia day trips, and visits to Iguazú and Ushuaia. The catalogue includes cultural experiences—guided walks in San Telmo, Palermo and La Boca; classic tango shows and tickets with optional dinner or private transfers; and culinary tours such as wine tasting and The Argentine Flavors gastronomic tour. For travelers launching from ports, the operator lists multiple shore excursions to destinations like Puerto Madryn, Peninsula Valdés and Punta Tombo. Cross-border day trips to Montevideo, Colonia and Punta del Este are also available. Buenos Aires Tours arranges practical logistics including private transfers, cruise-port pickups and hotel drop-offs, and offers a mix of sightseeing, nature and cultural itineraries. The provider lists premium options (private tours, VIP tango shows, and premium day tours) alongside small-group and skip-the-line experiences. All descriptions and itineraries focus on notable city landmarks, regional natural attractions, and traditional Argentine culture, giving travelers clear choices for Buenos Aires-centered travel planning. Listings include clear pricing options, skip-the-line tickets, private transfers, and combinations like city tours plus tango shows or gaucho experiences, enabling travelers to combine cultural, culinary and natural highlights across Argentina and nearby Uruguay in a single, bookable itinerary online and locally.
Book with Buenos Aires Tours