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Buenos Aires Tours: Private City & Underground Tunnel Tour - Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires Tours: Private City & Underground Tunnel Tour

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

4–5 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; requires moderate walking and standing periods.

Overview

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.

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires

Starting at €157.00 (USD$145.00) l 4 to 5 Hours l All Ages

City Tour
History Tour
Private
Sightseeing Tour
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Private City Tour Including The Old Underground Tunnels of Buenos Aires photo 1

About This Adventure

Discover the old city of Buenos Aires by visiting Zanjón de Granados in San Telmo. Tunnels & mistery!


Rates Per Person

Private Tour (All Ages):

CITY TOUR + ZANJON DE GRANADOS

  • 1 Person: €392.00 (USD$423.50)
  • 2 to 3 People: €225.50 (USD$243.50)
  • 4 to 5 People: €186.50 (USD$201.50)
  • 6 to 8 People: €162.00 (USD$175.00)
  • 9 to 12 People: €151.00 (USD$163.00)
  • 13 to 15 People: €145.00 (USD$157.00)

LUNCH UPGRADE

  • 1 Person: €453.50 (USD$490.00)
  • 2 to 3 People: €281.00 (USD$303.50)
  • 4 to 5 People: €256.00 (USD$276.50)
  • 6 to 8 People: €223.00 (USD$241.00)
  • 9 to 12 People: €213.00 (USD$230.00)
  • 13 to 15 People: €204.50 (USD$221.00)

*Discounts: Children from 3 to 8 years old will get 35% off and Infants under 3 years travel for free while not occupying a seat.

Duration

4 to 5 Hours (01 more if lunch upgrade is selected)

Frequency

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Starting time:

09:00 am & 01:00 pm

Overview

A fascinating journey to the past to understand the origins of the city. A magical space where poetry, history and myth coexist. The most important archaeological recovery in the city.

A complete 4.5 hour city tour that will also give you a snapshot of the most important neighborhoods. Downtown district, Plaza de Mayo, San Telmo, La Boca, Puerto Madero, Palermo & Recoleta.

Our guide will introduce you to the culture and history of the city while you enjoy the main touristic spots.

Visit the civic and historical square of Plaza de Mayo, have an outlook to The Government House (Casa Rosada), where you will see the balcony where Madonna perfomed the movie Evita, admire The Metropolitan Cathedral and The Cabildo.

Sightsee the old neighborhood of San Telmo, which is well known for the old arquitecture and its Flea Market on Sundays.

Next, La Boca, famous neighborhood due to its picturesque and colorful architecture and its main street Caminito.

Later, we will head to the north to visit Retiro and see our local Big Ben and the old train stations marked by the british and french designed arquitecture.

Next Palermo, residential area surrounded by french style parks. And Recoleta, one of the exclusive neighborhoods in Buenos Aires with elegant boutiques and outdoor coffee shops. Here, we will walk around the cemetery to visit Evita's Mausoleum.

Rounding up this tour, we will get to Puerto Madero, one of the trendy and more expensive neighborhoods in town; to head and make a final stop at Zanjón de Granados in San Telmo.

Argentinean Barbecue, paella, sushi, fish, pasta, pizza, salad bar + desserts. Drinks not included. It is an air conditioned restaurant.

What to expect

Benefit from a private service with a professional tour guide and discover the old city of Buenos Aires by visiting Zanjón de Granados in San Telmo. Tunnels, mistery & more.

◾ Enjoy a fascinating journey to the past to understand the origins of the city ◾ Admire the green area of parks in Palermo ◾ Tour around Recoleta and visit its famous cemetery ◾ Sightsee Avenida 9 De Julio, the main avenue with iconic buildings such as the Opera House & Obelisk ◾ Visit Plaza de Mayo and have an outlook to Evita Peron's balcony ◾ Walk around La Boca, a colorful area in the south of the city ◾ Appreciate the new neighborhood of Puerto Madero by the river and see Puente de la Mujer ◾ See Torre Monumental, our local Big Ben ◾ Take the chance and sightsee the old neighborhood of San Telmo ◾ Get to know Zanjón de Granados, the oldest tunnels in Buenos Aires ◾ Learn about our history, arquitecture & culture and discover a magical space where poetry, history and myth coexist

Tour Details

  • Avenida 9 De Julio, Centro, Buenos Aires Argentina, pass by without stopping
  • Plaza de Mayo, Av. Hipolito Yrigoyen S/N, Buenos Aires Argentina, 30 minutes
  • La Boca, La Boca, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal District, 30 minutes
  • Torre Monumental, Av. Dr. Jose Maria Ramos Mejia 1315, Buenos Aires C1104 Argentina, pass by without stopping
  • Puerto Madero, Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal District, pass by without stopping
  • Puente de la Mujer, Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires Argentina, pass by without stopping
  • Palermo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, pass by without stopping
  • Recoleta, Junin y Guido, Buenos Aires Argentina, 30 minutes
  • Floralis Generica, Av Pres Figueroa Alcorta, Buenos Aires 2301 Argentina, 10 minutes
  • San Telmo, San Telmo, Buenos Aires, Capital Federal District, pass by without stopping
  • El Zanjon de Granados, Calle Defensa 755 San Telmo, Buenos Aires C1065AAM Argentina, 35 minutes

Inclusions

  • Admission ticket for Zanjón de Granados
  • Licensed guide and professional driver - specialized in tourism
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off (downtown hotels)
  • Lunch in Puerto Madero (if lunch upgrade is selected, tour lasts one extra hour)
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions

  • Luggage transportation
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
  • Tickets for Recoleta Cemetery. Payment only by credit or debit card. Approx. USD $ 13 each

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Dress code is casual, confortable shoes
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels might be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark. The sizes must be informed in advance.
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.

Adventure Tips

Wear Comfortable Shoes

The tour involves walking and standing during tunnel visits; sturdy shoes will keep you comfortable.

Bring a Light Jacket

Temperatures inside the underground tunnels can be cooler than the city streets—layer accordingly.

Camera with Low-Light Capabilities

The tunnels have dim lighting; bringing a camera or phone with good low-light performance helps capture the details.

Book Early for Private Groups

Private tours have limited availability and maximum group sizes; advance booking ensures your preferred date and time.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Pigeons and urban sparrows common in city plazas
  • Occasional sighting of coati-like mammals in Palermo parks

History

Zanjón de Granados is Buenos Aires' most significant archaeological site showcasing its 19th-century urban roots through restored tunnels and waterways.

Conservation

Efforts to preserve Zanjón de Granados highlight sustainable urban archaeology by integrating cultural heritage within a modern city.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Durable shoes are necessary for walking through city streets and exploring tunnels.

Light waterproof jacket

Helpful for spring showers during your outdoor city stops.

spring specific

Smartphone or camera with flash

Essential

To capture low-light environments inside the underground tunnels.

Reusable water bottle

Essential

Keep hydrated while touring, especially in summer heat.

summer specific