Chacarita Walking Tour - Spooky Cemetery, History & Pizza
(2) Reviews
Buenos Aires
About
Our walk will take us around the neighbourhood of Chacarita - an area rarely visited by tourists: You will discover an alternative side of Buenos Aires, away from the trendy restaurants, tour buses and the grandiose buildings of downtown.
We will start our walk in Parque los Andes, which at the weekend transforms from a sleepy park into a bustling flea market. If you are visiting at the weekend, we will take a look at the stools.
We will learn the story of Gauchito Gil - an Argentine folk hero. We will take a look inside a shrine and see how people pay their respect to this quasi-saint gaucho
We will then make our way to Chacarita Cemetery which has a fascinating (AND SPOOKY) history. We ...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Walking Tour
1 slice of pizza and a drink at a pizzeria dating from 1947
If you wish to buy anything at the flea market make sure to bring Pesos CASH
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Av. Corrientes 6399
We will meet in front of the "Remix Flow" office on Avenue Corrientes.
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This is a family friendly tour
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We will walk about a mile in total, so please take that into account when booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Itinerary
1
Parque Los Andes
We will start our walk in Parque los Andes, which at the weekend transforms from a sleepy park into a bustling flea market. If you are visiting at the weekend, we will take a look at the antiques and collectable stools.
10 minutes
2
Gauchito Gil
For one of the stops on the walk we will learn the story of Gauchito Gil the Argentine folk hero. We will take a look inside a shrine and see how people pay their respect to this quasi-saint gaucho (cowboy)
15 minutes
3
Avenida Corrientes
We will also take a look at one the newest murals in the city - a homage to the neighbourhood of Chacarita
15 minutes
4
Chacarita Cementery
During the walk we will visit Chacarita Cemetery which has a fascinating history. We will see the impressive tombs and mausoleums which were built during the country’s belle epoque period. It is also the resting place of Argentina’s most loved Artists, particularly from the Tango era.
30 minutes
5
Avenida Corrientes
By now, we are all a little hungry so we will stop for a snack at a pizzeria dating from 1947. We will try a slices of Argentine pizza and enjoy a beer, glass of wine or a soft drink
Chacarita Walking Tour - Spooky Cemetery, History & Pizza
(2) Reviews
Buenos Aires
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$49.00
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About
Our walk will take us around the neighbourhood of Chacarita - an area rarely visited by tourists: You will discover an alternative side of Buenos Aires, away from the trendy restaurants, tour buses and the grandiose buildings of downtown.
We will start our walk in Parque los Andes, which at the weekend transforms from a sleepy park into a bustling flea market. If you are visiting at the weekend, we will take a look at the stools.
We will learn the story of Gauchito Gil - an Argentine folk hero. We will take a look inside a shrine and see how people pay their respect to this quasi-saint gaucho
We will then make our way to Chacarita Cemetery which has a fascinating (AND SPOOKY) history. We ...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 40 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Walking Tour
1 slice of pizza and a drink at a pizzeria dating from 1947
If you wish to buy anything at the flea market make sure to bring Pesos CASH
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Av. Corrientes 6399
We will meet in front of the "Remix Flow" office on Avenue Corrientes.
