Barracas Free Tour, the thousand faces of the deep south

Duration: 3h and 30min
Languages: English, Spanish
Registered on September 27, 2018

Hello! I am a Professional Tour Guide and I have the official credential of the city. If you think TRAVEL is freedom, joy, a state of well-being that heals, a need, a pure passion that increases with every place you know ... we have to share the experience! And if you feel that TRAVEL is to learn, it is to discover, it is the curiosity for new horizons, unknown cultures, incredible people... let's walk together Buenos Aires!

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Minimum 3 walkers per Reservation.
I dont take si one person bookings.

WHAT IS BARRACAS, THE THOUSAND FACES OF THE DEEP SOUTH?
The perfect route for those who are more travelers than tourists. Barracas is the neighborhood of aristocratic mansions, abandoned factories, design studios, recovered industries, collective worker housing, graffiti murals, bodegones and centennial bars, railroads, Jews from Syria. Barracas is the neighborhood of old spaces and new ideas, a small city within Buenos Aires, where thousands of styles coexist, treasuring countless stories, characters and well-kept secrets.

WHERE IS BARRACAS, THE THOUSAND FACES OF THE DEEP SOUTH?
We travel fifth and nineteenth century mansions of the upper class of Buenos Aires. We discovered cookie mills converted into modern housing complexes, and old markets became the Metropolitan Design Center. We walk the urban art factory that are the streets of Barracas, where we see "El regreso de Quinquela", a 2,000 square meter mural that exceeded the Guinness record; or the passage Lanín, where the color of mosaics and ceramics transform the fronts of more than 40 houses, in one of the most characteristic interventions of the city. We also visit a neo-Gothic church that recalls a tragic love of youth; an art deco train station in operation; an oriental synagogue of Mudejar style. A true journey through time, where trains, graffiti artists, workers, highways, designers, squares and cobblestones are the protagonists.

WHEN IS?
Every day of the week at 10 am and 2.30 pm We meet at the corner of Av. Montes de Oca and Av. Caseros, at the door of the Olivera Pharmacy.
Estimated time: Approximately 3 hours 30 min.
Minimum 3 walkers per Reservation.
Not suitable for children under 12 years old.
It is suspended due to rain.

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  • Meeting point:
    Av Caseros 1000 C1152AAS CABA Argentina
    Av Caseros 1000 C1152AAS CABA Argentina
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    We meet at the corner of Av. Montes de Oca and Av. Caseros, at the door of the Olivera Pharmacy.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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4.9
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4.86
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4.89
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4.93
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Yolanda 18 Sep 2023
Berlin

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Travelled alone - Sep 2023
El tour por el barrio de Barracas en Buenos Aires fue increíble. Nuestro guía, Gustavo, fue excepcional en todos los sentidos. Su habilidad para contar historias y mantenernos expectantes durante todo el recorrido fue admirable. Además, su disposición para responder a todas nuestras preguntas y compartir su conocimiento sobre el barrio y su historia hizo que la visita fuera aún más enriquecedora. Gustavo nos llevó por calles y rincones históricos que no habríamos descubierto por nuestra cuenta. Recomiendo encarecidamente esta experiencia a cualquiera que desee explorar la historia y cultura del Buenos Aires menos turístico de una manera diferente.
Alena 14 Sep 2023
West Palm Beach

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Travelled in couple - Sep 2023
An incredible informative and entertaining tour with a very knowledgeable guide! I really enjoyed the time I spent with Gustavo listening to his stories about the past and present of Argentina, Buenos Aires, and precisely Barracas, walking around this non-touristic district, and kept getting surprised when Gustavo pointed out the hidden gems of the area. The tour is great for those who like to see and learn beyond standard tourist places. Time flew by with Gustavo even though the tour took up almost 4 hours, and I would not mind staying even longer. Highly recommend the tour and Gustavo as a guide.
Den 30 Aug 2023
Swieqi

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Travelled in couple - Aug 2023
I wholeheartedly recommend the tour with Gustavo to anyone seeking a truly enriching and memorable experience. From the moment the tour began, his passion for the subject matter was palpable. His extensive knowledge and engaging storytelling truly brought the history and culture of the destination to life.
Omar 22 Aug 2023
Bernal

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Travelled in group - Aug 2023
Fue una hermosa experiencia. Mucho más de lo esperado. Muy ameno. Pasaron 3 horas Muy pero muy rápido. Gustavo excelente reinnformado, sólido. Lo recomiendo sin dudas
Meghan 18 Aug 2023
Toronto

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Travelled in couple - Aug 2023
We learned so much from Gustavo. He made the tour fun and very educational. This experience is well worth it! Gracias Gustavo!
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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