Farmacia de la Estrella

Have you ever been to the oldest pharmacy of Buenos Aires?

Funded in 1834, the Farmacia de la Estrella is still running and sell many products in this authentic old decorated building. You will be amazed to discover the paintings above the shelves, the ceiling made in wood and the old clock. Splendid!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Access is free
Once you're in the pharmacy, try to visit also the Museo de la Ciudad (Town Museum). It's full of history and located at the same place!

Café Tortoni

The Café Tortoni was the place to be back in early 1900s! All the intelectuals and artists used to go there, whether they were Porteños or foreigners. In fact, you'll find more details on these people if you visit the museum part of the café.

Nowadays, the place is frequented more by tourists but the place has kept all the charm of the Belle Epoque. The decoration of the café and the waiters definitely help you to feel the class that made the place famous in the past.

Try the chocolate con churros, it's very nice!

Great walks in Buenos Aires

Tested and approved by V&S hostel team : the free walking tour!

Do you like to walk? Would you like to discover Buenos Aires with a local Porteño? If so, you'll love the guided tour offered by City Walkers.

There's nothing more convincing than a local inhabitant who speaks passionately about his city. This morning, Delfina took us from the Obelisco to the Café Tortoni offering us two hours of anecdotes. And that's what we call a lively tour!

Next to the famous Obelisco, have you ever noticed the little house located right on the top of a standard building? If not, this is exactly the kind of stories that is not written in tourist books but are funny to discover during walking tours. From Corrientes Avenue and its theaters to the commemorative slabs in Reconquista Street, including funny stories about San Martin's mausoleum in the Cathedral, you will discover the city from another point of view.

The tours work on a tips-only basis which guarantee a true commitment from the guide. If you enjoyed the visit (and you will!), then you are invited to give a tip to the person who entertained you during almost 3 hours (!)

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

The tour starts at 11am from Monday to Saturday
The meeting point is at the Obelisco : find the orange umbrela!