Cultural Activities

Your first full day in Buenos Aires we will introduce you to the main central neighborhoods of the city. This is a great way to get a sense of how the city is laid out and to get direction on how to travel from your homestay to school on the first day of classes. We will have a traditional Argentine lunch together while touring.

We will explore the bustling streets and grand avenues of the city and then visit the numerous historic neighborhoods. Buenos Aires vibrates with the history and energy brought by countless European immigrants at the turn of the 20th century. We will visit La Boca, with its brightly painted homes, and San Telmo; both neighborhoods founded by Italian immigrants. We will then cross over to La Recoleta and Barrio Norte, which boast a French aristocratic style. With its charming European character and delicate balance of the historic and modern, Buenos Aires' neighborhoods showcase the unique personality of Argentina.

Learn the basic steps of tango. This dance form is recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage and is an essential part of the Buenos Aires experience.

The Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires, or MALBA, is dedicated to the preservation, dissemination, and integration of modern and contemporary Latin American art worldwide. Here you will find works from the most famous of Latin America's modern masters.

Visit the main opera house in Buenos Aires. The beautifully intricate Teatro Colón is considered to be the third best opera house in the world and acoustically is ranked as the fifth best concert venue in the world. Buenos Aires has a thriving theater culture. Theater in Argentina is an important means of expression and is very popular amongst Argentines throughout the country, not only in the capital city.

Experience the passion of a Tango performance, the essence of Argentine culture, in the iconic Café Tortoni. Born in the port areas of Buenos Aires in the 1880s, this dance has a long and colorful history. It incorporates influences from the many immigrant groups who came to Argentina. To watch an actual performance in the milongas, or dance halls, is unforgettable. The sensuality that the dance requires, mixed with the concentration and intensity of the dancers, leaves a lasting impression.

Maté is a traditional natural tea drink enjoyed in several South American countries. It was first discovered by the Guaraní people, who also used it for medicinal purposes. The drink is made by infusing dried leaves of the yerba mate plant in hot water. Many Argentines drink Maté daily, and sharing it is a significant social activity among friends and family.

Explore the trails of Ecological Reserve located on the shores of Rio de la Plata. This reserve is adjacent to Puerto Madero.

Discover La Boca, an iconic Buenos Aires neighborhood renowned for its brightly colored buildings and lively, festive ambiance. This district exudes a distinct European charm, a testament to its strong Italian immigrant roots.

Recoleta is Buenos Aires' most famous cemetery where famous Argentines such as Eva Perón are buried. There are approximately 6,400 ornately decorated tombs, each one a work of art.

Experience a fun evening of bowling in Buenos Aires!

The San Telmo Neighborhood Tunnels Tour, known as "Zanjón de Granados" allows you to explore the many layers of San Telmo's past through an underground tour through history.

Improve your Spanish language skills and connect with Argentines over maté by participating in Maté Club. Saturday evenings.

The National Museum of Fine Arts is the most important art museum in Argentina. Works by van Gogh, Renoir, and Monet are some of the most notable artists on display. 

Enjoy this interactive workshop where you will make your own mate out of clay!

Led by an art historian visit the amazing street art murals of the Palermo neighboorhood.

Soccer, or fútbol, is a passion and way of life in Argentina. No experience would be complete without visiting their most famous stadium.

Palermo Parks are a treasure in the heart of Buenos Aires. Here we will explore the "estanque" or pond where you can rent paddle boats. The Rosedal Gardens are a prize for the eye with roses of all types. The park is the perfect place to relax on a day off.

Palermo Soho is one of Buenos Aires' most bohemian neighborhoods. Filled with fashion boutiques and cool cafés we will introduce you to one of the hippest spots in the city.

Every Sunday an antiquities fair is held in the historic San Telmo neighborhood. You will find blocks and blocks of shops and stands. The whole street turns into a festival. This is one of our favorite Sunday activities.