3 hours and 30 minutes · Buenos Aires · Argentina
Once, Tribunales and Retiro, telling the story of South America’s largest Jewish community, with entry to the Jewish Museum and Templo Libertad.
Buenos Aires is home to the largest Jewish community in South America, and this walk covers its history from colonial times to the present, through the neighbourhoods that shaped it.
The route passes through Once, the historic centre of Jewish life in the city, and Tribunales, before entering Templo Libertad and the Jewish Museum of Buenos Aires, and continuing into Retiro.
- Length
- 3 hours and 30 minutes
- Guide
- Spanish / English
- Departs
- Monday to Friday, except national holidays and Jewish festivities
Itinerary
How the day runs
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Step 1
Plaza Houssay
- The walk starts at Plaza Houssay, on the corner of Córdoba and Junín.
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Step 2
Once
- The historic centre of Jewish life in Buenos Aires.
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Step 3
Tribunales
- Buenos Aires’ judicial district, on the way to Templo Libertad.
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Step 4
Templo Libertad and the Jewish Museum
- Entry to the temple and the Jewish Museum of Buenos Aires.
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Step 5
Retiro
- The walk continues into Retiro before ending.
What's included
- Guided walking tour in Spanish or English
- Entrance to the Jewish Museum of Buenos Aires
- Entrance to Templo Libertad
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Tips and gratuities
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Modest clothing for the temple visit
- Water and sunscreen in summer
Know before you go
- Available Monday to Friday at 10:00 AM, except national holidays and Jewish festivities.
- From November to March, extra departures run Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 2:00 PM.
- Security checks apply at the entrance to religious and community institutions.
Meeting point
Córdoba & Junín, Plaza Houssay
Frequently asked
How much does it cost?
US$196 per person. The price on the card is the whole price.
How long does it take?
3 hours and 30 minutes.
What's included?
Guided walking tour in Spanish or English, Entrance to the Jewish Museum of Buenos Aires, Entrance to Templo Libertad.
What's not included?
Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Food and drinks, Tips and gratuities.
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