Buenos Aires Half-Day Bike Tour of City Highlights
by Bike Tours Buenos Aires
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This half-day bike tour in Buenos Aires lasts about four hours and is led by experienced multilingual guides. The route covers key city landmarks and green spaces, with stops to learn about their history and significance. Participants use comfortable beach cruiser bikes and helmets; child seats are available on request. Each rider receives one bottled water, and medical assistance is provided. The tour begins at Plaza General San Martin, a historic park in Buenos Aires known for its role in important events and as a popular local spot. Next, the ride continues to Puerto Madero, an upscale area where renovated warehouses house restaurants and offices overlooking the Río de la Plata. Cyclists then go through Reserva Ecologica Costanera Sur, the city’s largest park spanning 865 acres along the riverbank. This natural area allows riders to pass through preserved landscapes, except on Mondays or after rain when it is viewed from outside. The journey proceeds to La Boca, a neighborhood shaped by immigration and known as one of the birthplaces of tango, with its traditional cafes and past brothels. The tour pauses at Caminito, a colorful street where riders can take a 30-minute break to walk and explore. Football fans have a chance to visit Estadio Alberto J. Armando, also called La Bombonera, to learn about Argentine football history and Diego Maradona’s legacy. Parque Lezama in San Telmo, the city’s oldest district and site of Buenos Aires' foundation, is the next stop. The final destination is Plaza De Mayo, surrounded by key public buildings such as Casa de Gobierno and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Here, the guide discusses Argentina's recent history, including the dictatorship period and the story of the Madres de Plaza de Mayo. Food and lunch are not included in the tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Plaza General San Martin
The tour starts at San Martin Square, a traditional park in Buenos Aires that has witnessed many significant events in Argentine history. It is a green space used by both locals and visitors as a place to rest.
15 min
Puerto Madero
This is the newest and most upscale area of Buenos Aires. Former port warehouses have been turned into modern restaurants, lofts, and offices with views of the city and the Río de la Plata river.
20 min
Reserva Ecologica Costanera Sur
Buenos Aires’ largest park covers 865 acres (3.50 km2) on the riverbank east of Puerto Madero. The ride goes through natural trails where local flora and fauna are preserved. The park is closed on Mondays or after rain; in that case, the group views it from outside.
20 min
La Boca
A historic port neighborhood known for its cultural diversity and as one of the origins of tango. The area features traditional cafes and sites connected to its migratory heritage.
30 min
Caminito
A colorful and well-known street where the tour pauses for about 30 minutes to allow time for walking around and exploring the area.
30 min
Estadio Alberto J. Armando (La Bombonera)
This stop is for football enthusiasts interested in the history of Argentina’s most famous soccer team and Diego Maradona’s career.
10 min
Parque Lezama
Located in San Telmo, Buenos Aires’ oldest district, this park marks the original site where the city was founded. It remains an important historical area.
10 min
Plaza De Mayo
The final stop features major public buildings including Casa de Gobierno, the Buenos Aires Cabildo, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. The guide discusses the dictatorship period and the Madres de Plaza de Mayo.
25 min
Meeting point
Our meeting point is next to General San Martin -on horse- monument at San Martin Square (774 Santa Fe Avenue approximately) in Retiro District, CABA. DEPARTURE TIME: Morning Tour starts at 9:30 am Afternoon tour starts at 2 Pm Please make sure to be 15 minutes in advance if possible.
End point
Our meeting point is next to General San Martin -on horse- monument at San Martin Square (774 Santa Fe Avenue approximately) in Retiro District, CABA. DEPARTURE TIME: Morning Tour starts at 9:30 am Afternoon tour starts at 2 Pm Please make sure to be 15 minutes in advance if possible.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Buenos Aires Half-Day Bike Tour of City Highlights
by Bike Tours Buenos Aires
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$90Overview
This half-day bike tour in Buenos Aires lasts about four hours and is led by experienced multilingual guides. The route covers key city landmarks and green spaces, with stops to learn about their history and significance. Participants use comfortable beach cruiser bikes and helmets; child seats are available on request. Each rider receives one bottled water, and medical assistance is provided. The tour begins at Plaza General San Martin, a historic park in Buenos Aires known for its role in important events and as a popular local spot. Next, the ride continues to Puerto Madero, an upscale area where renovated warehouses house restaurants and offices overlooking the Río de la Plata. Cyclists then go through Reserva Ecologica Costanera Sur, the city’s largest park spanning 865 acres along the riverbank. This natural area allows riders to pass through preserved landscapes, except on Mondays or after rain when it is viewed from outside. The journey proceeds to La Boca, a neighborhood shaped by immigration and known as one of the birthplaces of tango, with its traditional cafes and past brothels. The tour pauses at Caminito, a colorful street where riders can take a 30-minute break to walk and explore. Football fans have a chance to visit Estadio Alberto J. Armando, also called La Bombonera, to learn about Argentine football history and Diego Maradona’s legacy. Parque Lezama in San Telmo, the city’s oldest district and site of Buenos Aires' foundation, is the next stop. The final destination is Plaza De Mayo, surrounded by key public buildings such as Casa de Gobierno and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Here, the guide discusses Argentina's recent history, including the dictatorship period and the story of the Madres de Plaza de Mayo. Food and lunch are not included in the tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Plaza General San Martin
The tour starts at San Martin Square, a traditional park in Buenos Aires that has witnessed many significant events in Argentine history. It is a green space used by both locals and visitors as a place to rest.
15 min
Puerto Madero
This is the newest and most upscale area of Buenos Aires. Former port warehouses have been turned into modern restaurants, lofts, and offices with views of the city and the Río de la Plata river.
20 min
Reserva Ecologica Costanera Sur
Buenos Aires’ largest park covers 865 acres (3.50 km2) on the riverbank east of Puerto Madero. The ride goes through natural trails where local flora and fauna are preserved. The park is closed on Mondays or after rain; in that case, the group views it from outside.
20 min
La Boca
A historic port neighborhood known for its cultural diversity and as one of the origins of tango. The area features traditional cafes and sites connected to its migratory heritage.
30 min
Caminito
A colorful and well-known street where the tour pauses for about 30 minutes to allow time for walking around and exploring the area.
30 min
Estadio Alberto J. Armando (La Bombonera)
This stop is for football enthusiasts interested in the history of Argentina’s most famous soccer team and Diego Maradona’s career.
10 min
Parque Lezama
Located in San Telmo, Buenos Aires’ oldest district, this park marks the original site where the city was founded. It remains an important historical area.
10 min
Plaza De Mayo
The final stop features major public buildings including Casa de Gobierno, the Buenos Aires Cabildo, and the Metropolitan Cathedral. The guide discusses the dictatorship period and the Madres de Plaza de Mayo.
25 min
Meeting point
Our meeting point is next to General San Martin -on horse- monument at San Martin Square (774 Santa Fe Avenue approximately) in Retiro District, CABA. DEPARTURE TIME: Morning Tour starts at 9:30 am Afternoon tour starts at 2 Pm Please make sure to be 15 minutes in advance if possible.
End point
Our meeting point is next to General San Martin -on horse- monument at San Martin Square (774 Santa Fe Avenue approximately) in Retiro District, CABA. DEPARTURE TIME: Morning Tour starts at 9:30 am Afternoon tour starts at 2 Pm Please make sure to be 15 minutes in advance if possible.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.