Follow a local around her hometown in this detailed and colorful exploration of a vibrant city. Discover the jewels of Buenos Aires outside of published guidebooks and traditional highlights that most tourists miss! In this distinctive walking tour, you will enjoy finding the treasures of a neighborhood that you would never have the opportunity to explore without a local's knowledge. The tour has a nice mix of history, art, architecture and culture. Buenos Aires Off the Beaten Path Tours is proud to have received the certificate of Excellence for 2017, 2018 and 2019 from TripAdvisor. Also, we are pleased to say that we have been selected as the winner for : ” Innovative Tour Company of the Year 2018 in Buenos Aires” by Travel and Hospitality Awards.
Reviews
Reviews and Rating (Tripadvisor)
5 stars
Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
Exploration682375, 3/1/2025 12:51:09 PM
We took this tour on our first day in Buenos Aires, and I'm so glad that we started off this way. Elisa has an amazing ability to tailor her wealth of local, historical and architectural knowledge to her audience, and was endlessly patient with our many questions. We absolutely recommend this experience to anyone wanting to learn more about the people and places who shaped Buenos Aires through an unexpected lens.
J894WFrichardl, 6/22/2024 8:51:40 AM
This was a WONDERFUL tour and absolutely a great highlight of my time in BA. Elisa showed us the city through her eyes, architecture, art, history, culture, tango, all while using her own unique humour and personal flair. What I liked about this tour so much is that is was real and unique, not a standard tour you can find anywhere, this was something very special and personal. You can feel the care and effort that Elisa puts into the tour as she shows you her hometown. If you want to understand more about BA, see things you wouldn't normally and have a more local experience - don't miss this tour! Absolutely the best and such a delightful way to spend an afternoon in BA :) Thank you so much Elisa!!!
lisalm143, 2/24/2024 5:02:21 PM
Elisa is an absolute joy. She is smart, friendly, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable about Buenos Aires and Argentina. This was our second time doing a tour with Elisa and we will surely do it again. If you want to get out of the tourist traps and really see BA, you can’t do better. Enjoy!
lccpsyd, 11/5/2023 12:24:30 PM
The "Off the Beaten Path" tours are by far the best ways to learn about and explore Buenos Aires. We signed up for 2 of Elisa's tours, and when we return we will sign up for any tour that she offers. In addition to her expert knowledge of the local culture and history, Elisa's personable demeanor made the experience very memorable.
Laurie T, 8/27/2023 6:48:24 AM
Eliza is very knowledgeable about her Country and her English is muy bien! She took us to places we would have never know about as tourists, she explained the history, culture and importance. We enjoyed the conversation and highly recommend all her tours!
Elizabeth S, 5/7/2023 6:49:36 AM
Elisa was a fabulous tour guide. I took 2 different tours with her. One was a solo tour on Tango and Architecture. Next one was in The Foot Steps of Dictators and Auschwitz of Argentina. Both my tours were very moving and life perception changing for me. She answered all my questions and the walking was very easy. Also DRIVER WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL. He did a great job shuttled us to different locations. The tours I feel are well organized and good price. Elisa also gave me recommendations on other sites to see & do while in Buenos Aires. Restaurant suggestions too. Also Thank you for your time and sharing such personal experiences that were very moving for me. English was excellent and your microphone was great in small group. Also I can say I would never of seen these locations without your Amazing tours. I will never forget you !!
L6321KJbarbaraw, 5/3/2023 10:53:37 PM
Elisa showed us a side of Buenos Aires that is not on the tourist maps. She's very knowledgeable and friendly and will tailor the tour according to your interests. Highly recommended.
Gary_H, 2/10/2023 9:56:04 AM
Wow! Elisa brought me to many beautiful and amazing sites I would never have discovered on my own! As a fellow lover of the arts and humanities, she gave me the taste of Buenos Aires I was wanting. Thank you so much!
Laura G, 1/28/2023 5:03:29 PM
My friend and I had already spent a few days in the city so I was curious about Jewels Off the Beaten Path. When Elisa started her walking tour with a bookstore in an old theater, El Ateneo, I knew this tour was for me. Additionally, she showed us many types of architecture used in the city. The Palace of Waters was breathtaking. If I hadn't done this walking tour with Elisa, I would have never appreciated the beauty and rich history of her city. She also answered my many questions. This tour is truly a jewel and I would highly recommend Elisa.
Layla_L, 1/7/2023 2:38:51 PM
Elisa is such a kind, knowledgeable, and well-prepared guide who really provides a customized and personalized tour for each group. She was very thoughtful throughout the tour: regularly stopping in the shade to share facts since the sun was so strong, leaving plenty of time to take photos (and taking us to different angles of buildings to allow for variety of photos), regularly opening the conversation to allow questions/repetition of facts, and having a car ready and waiting to take us to the next neighborhood instead of figuring out transportation on the fly. This was my parents' fourth visit to BA and they thought they had seen everything, but Elisa 100% proved them wrong with this tour of hidden gems and locals-only spots. If you're like me and prefer to see a city's non-touristy side, this tour is definitely for you! Cannot recommend Elisa and this tour enough!
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- What you'll need: Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing (Don't worry about the distance, we won't walk too far and as it's a private tour we'll go at your pace). If rain looks possible, dress appropriately and ask your hotel to borrow an umbrella.
- Come with a few extra pesos if you want to stop for coffee, a drink, bottled water, snacks etc
- This is a private tour/activity. A private tour is run exclusively for your party only. Only your group will participate
- Availability: Tours run every day (except on some holidays).
- If you like history you can join us on our In the Footsteps of Dictators walking tour
Departure point
We will meet at a street corner in Recoleta neighborhood: Santa Fe Avenue 1780 (corner of Callao Ave. and Santa Fe Ave.) outside the McDonald’s. To get to the meeting point you can take a taxi or subway line “D” (green color). Your guide will carry a sign that says ‘Walking tours”Return details
Follow a local around her hometown in this detailed and colorful exploration of a vibrant city. Discover the jewels of Buenos Aires outside of published guidebooks and traditional highlights that most tourists miss! In this distinctive walking tour, you will enjoy finding the treasures of a neighborhood that you would never have the opportunity to explore without a local's knowledge. The tour has a nice mix of history, art, architecture and culture. Buenos Aires Off the Beaten Path Tours is proud to have received the certificate of Excellence for 2017, 2018 and 2019 from TripAdvisor. Also, we are pleased to say that we have been selected as the winner for : ” Innovative Tour Company of the Year 2018 in Buenos Aires” by Travel and Hospitality Awards.No redemption information available
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