Recoleta Cemetery Walking Tour: Historical and Artistic Exploration of Buenos Aires

Embark on a captivating historical and artistic walking tour of the Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires. Explore classic and mysterious stories, including the burial of Eva Perón.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cementerio de la Recoleta - Explore a selection of the most remarkable graves in the cemetery. Discover the resting places of significant historical figures and hear some of the most intriguing eerie tales.
  • Eva Peron’s Tomb - Uncover the fascinating tale of Evita Peron’s passing, her funeral, the mummification of her body, and the political…
What's Included
  • English-speaking Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Join us on a tailored tour of the Recoleta Cemetery - a truly mesmerizing and unique attraction in Buenos Aires! This near two-hour journey explores some of the most intriguing and notable tales. The tour touches upon the intriguing narrative surrounding the demise and interment of Eva Perón, shedding light on one of the nation’s most illustrious and…

Location
Junín 1851
Junín
We meet at the entrance of the Recoleta Cemetery. The entrance is a big white gate with 4 high greek columns that says "Requiescat in Pace" (Rest in Peace) on top. There is a plaque that says street Junin 1760 (google maps marks it at Junin 1851). Look for a guide in ORANGE.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Lenka_h
Jan 27, 2026
Great tour - Great tour, Mariyana was very informative and knowledgable. Worthwhile your time, I’d go again as there is so much to and see. We had a nice beer just after the rout opposite the cemetery, reasonably priced and nice atmosphere.
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April
Jan 27, 2026
Outstanding tour company - We did four tours with Buenos Aires Free Walks. We did Recoleta and Retiro, San Telmo & Market, and Recoleta Cemetery tours with Juan and we did the City Center tour with Santiago. Both guides were outstanding! We learned so much history and saw so much of the city. We loved all four tours. So glad we did all of them. The first two tours you see beautiful architecture and learn so much history. The stories told on the cemetery tour add so much to the graves you see. You’ll hear the macabre, the funny, and the love and honor shown to those who have passed. That was a great tour. On the city tour you’ll learn a little more about the government and the culture. Both Juan and Santiago made their tours interesting and even fascinating. Both were very passionate about their country and very educated about their history. Outstanding tours and highly recommend.
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Ralphsz3684ix
Jan 26, 2026
Great tour! - A excellent tour around the historic Recoleta Cemetery. Juan was an excellent tour guide! His expertise added depth and color to the experience.
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Cruiser790327
Jan 25, 2026
An Authentic Experience - Maru brought to life the social and political nuances of Argentina's past. Her passionate knowledge engaged us throughout the time. A wonderful way to begin our visit.
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Leslie_p
Jan 25, 2026
Great history of graveyard! - Great historical commentary on the graveyard. Loved seeing Elvira Peron’s mausoleum. Just watch out for the fact that when you purchase the tour, when you arrive, you also have to purchase a ticket to enter the cemetery.
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Patricia_b
Jan 24, 2026
Excellent Recoleta cemetery excursion - EXCELLENT! Mariano did an excellent and above wonderful excursion of the Riecoletta cemetery, give us so much info and history, and also made a very fun and enjoyable. Would not want to have done this without him as a tour guide.
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Philandtessie
Jan 23, 2026
History and interesting. - Maria/Maru was a excellent guide for this interesting tour. My wife and I did a similar tour 1 yr ago. We it again so 2 adult daughters who ate traveling with us this year could attend. We did have a big group but the microphone/speaker allowed us to hear the talk. I encourage you to go on this informative tour.
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Borneomel
Jan 22, 2026
excellent intro to the cemetery’s past, present, and future - Victoria was an excellent tour guide. This tour was an excellent introduction to the cemetery’s past, present, and future, with a wonderful sprinkling of related info about Buenos Aires’s and Argentina’s history. I am so glad I did this tour.
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G5114ennicolef
Jan 22, 2026
Excellent tour!!! - Victoria was an excellent guide who provided us with a lot of information. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Debra_d
Jan 20, 2026
Recoleta cemetery walking tour - Walking tour is about 2 hours. Stories of the people buried there were fascinating. Mariano really brought them to life
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1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).