Buenos Aires Bookstores Tour
Buenos Aires Bookstores Tour
Jorge Luis Borges once said: "I always imagined that paradise would be some kind of library." And the same could be said for bookstores. With 370 shops, Buenos Aires has the highest number of bookstores per capita in the world. To find out which ones are the most beautiful, we'll meet at 10 am next to the famous pyramid of Plaza de Mayo.
We'll begin our literary tour of the Argentine capital by visiting La Librería de Ávila. Located on Calle Adolfo Alsina in the heart of Monserrat, this iconic store is the oldest bookshop in Buenos Aires. Its origins date back to the late 18th century, and since then it has continued to attract avid readers. Many of them also visit the literary café located in the basement, which still preserves its traditional style.
Next, we'll head to Avenida de Mayo to visit the El Túnel bookstore. This famous establishment, located very close to the historic Café Tortoni, is on the first floor of Palacio Vera: a beautiful building decorated in the Jugendstil style, one of the Austrian variants of modernism.
The next shop will be on Avenida Corrientes. We'll stop in front of Edipo Libros, an emblematic store that endured the literary prohibitions during the cultural genocide carried out between 1976 and 1983 by the Civil-Military Dictatorship of Argentina.
At noon, we'll conclude the tour at El Ateneo Grand Splendid, dubbed one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world by The Guardian. The shelves of this store occupy much of the boxes, bleachers and stalls of an old cinema-theater of the early 20th century. Undoubtedly, it is a true temple of knowledge for book lovers all across the world!
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Duration
2 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
English speaking guide
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Buenos Aires Vision
Corporate name: Buenos Aires Vision SAS
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Pyramid in Plaza de Mayo
Where does the activity end?
El Ateneo Grand Splendid Bookshop
