Discover Buenos Aires through its buildings on this walking tour of the city's history and architecture.

We'll start at Plaza de Mayo, the political and foundational heart of Buenos Aires, where the Cabildo, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Casa Rosada, and the Banco Nación stand.

From there, we'll head north along Calle Reconquista to stop in front of the Banco Hipotecario headquarters, an imposing work of Argentine brutalism. This city centre area is home to multiple styles and authors, reflecting a city in constant transformation.

We'll continue to the Kirchner Cultural Centre (formerly the Palace of Posts and Telegraphs), a jewel of eclecticism with a fascinating history, before heading up the mythical Corrientes Avenue, the epicentre of Buenos Aires' theatre and nightlife.

You'll admire two icons of popular culture—the Gran Rex Theatre and the Opera Theatre—and you'll reach the Obelisk and Plaza de la República, symbols of Buenos Aires' urban identity.

Then, we'll stroll along Diagonal Norte to a panoramic staircase offering one of the city's most iconic views: the crossroads of Avenida 9 de Julio and Corrientes.

In the final stretch, we'll explore Plaza Lavalle, surrounded by the Palacio de Tribunales and the Escuela Julio A. Roca, two jewels of national academicism.

There, we'll have a mate tasting, our traditional infusion, while you discover its history and role in Argentine culture.

The tour ends in front of the Teatro Colón, one of the most important opera houses in the world, where you'll have the option to continue with a guided tour inside.