Experience the rich history of Buenos Aires by exploring the Colonial foundational city center and the charming southern Latin neighborhoods. Visit the old port of Buenos Aires, where millions of immigrants entered Argentina and created the modern-day porteño identity. Discover the birthplace of tango and the origins of local slang lunfardo.

From powerful politicians to Italian immigrants, the southern part of Buenos Aires paints a broad picture of Argentina’s history.

Explore the Plaza de Mayo and its significant landmarks, such as the Cathedral of Buenos Aires, the Casa Rosada, and colonial city hall Cabildo. Walk through the historic Block of Lights and visit St. Ignatius Church, the oldest church in Buenos Aires. Admire the Barolo Palace and National Congress on Avenida de Mayo’s architectural frenzy.

In San Telmo, explore Dorrego Square, the San Telmo Market, Defensa Street, and the Minimal House. Visit La Boca’s Caminito street, the old port, immigrant tenements, and the Boca Juniors Stadium. Immerse yourself in the South’s bohemian Latin vibe and learn about the Spanish colonial origins of Buenos Aires, the immigrant era and its impact on porteños, the golden age of Argentina, San Martín and his Liberation Campaigns, culinary culture, popular culture, and political history.