Buenos Aires Highlights & Shopping

As a warm up to shopping, you will visit a collection of landmarks that define Buenos Aires, including the political centerpiece Plaza de Mayo and whimsically painted El Caminito.

After departing from the pier, you will head to Recoleta & Palermo to drive around these unique residential neighborhoods while learning about the Porteño's lifestyle from your local guide.

Next, you will visit Plaza de Mayo, arguably the country’s most famous square. Its name refers to the revolution that began nearby in May 1810 and led to Argentina’s independence from Spain. Some of the surrounding buildings are just as celebrated, including the salmon-colored executive mansion known as Casa Rosado. You will also see the glorious Metropolitan Cathedral, which is adorned with frescoes and elaborate artwork.

Then, it’s on to the neighborhood La Boca to view El Caminito, a street that is an open-air museum of sorts full of brightly colored buildings. Some claim the tango originated here around 1870, and tango dancers are often seen performing impromptu in the streets.

Afterwards you'll have an hour of shopping along elegant Florida Street. Being pedestrian-only, the street is easy to negotiate so you will be able to concentrate on finding your favorite designer stores. There are also plenty of one-of-a-kind boutiques with merchandise ranging from handmade jewelry to fine leather goods.

After shopping, you will rejoin your coach and return to the pier.