Buenos Aires Origins
Buenos Aires Origins is a 3hr ride around the original sites of the city. We´ll start from one of the oldest buildings in the city, so that we can get in the mood. Visiting San Telmo, La Boca, and Plaza de Mayo, we´ll cover the history of the city ́s upbringing.
Highlights:
- Get inside one of the oldest building in town
- Choose your saddle!
- Stand on BA´s 1st founding site
- Cheer for the most popular football team in town
- Walk through Caminito and it´s colorful houses
- Stand at Plaza the Mayo, the ¨heart of the city¨
- Hear about the mothers of May square.
Options
Origenes de Buenos Aires
Bicicleta
What's included in Buenos Aires Origins
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Parque Lezama
We´ll start from one of the oldest buildings in the city, our shop! Called ¨Casa de Castagnino¨ this site was founded in the late 1700s and depicts Buenos Aires´ history. Our first stop will be Parque Lezama, the first foundation site of the city, were we´ll talk about the birth of BA, why this city exists here, and how things changed with the immigration wave between 1880-1905.
Estadio Alberto J. Armando (La Bombonera)
We´ll pass to the neighborhood called ¨La Boca¨, were one of the main churches of the city is located. By the way, do you know what BA´s main religion is?
Caminito
Next stop is the famous ¨Caminito¨. This place is the cradle of Tango, so we´ll try out some steps and wonder about Caminito. Check out the famous Tango song called ¨Caminito¨. What do you feel Carlos Gardel is singing about?
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Use of bicycle
- English speaking guide
- Use of helmet
- Make your own alfajor con dulce de leche
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Look for the bell to right of the main gated entrance!