Highlights:

  • See Buenos Aires’ chequered past through walking its underground tunnels
  • Enjoy informative guided narration of layers of San Telmo’s history

Hidden beneath the streets of San Telmo in Buenos Aires are tunnels few have seen. El Zanjón de Granados reveals an underground network of passageways that offers a new view of the city’s past. In 1958, Jorge Eckstein bought an empty building and while renovating it, uncovered a network of tunnels stretching 152 metres beneath the streets where settlers firstly arrived in 1536. Excavations soon began and parts of this private museum have now been restored to their original structure. The tunnels hide a long-forgotten story, waiting to be uncovered again.

Get a sense of how Buenos Aires has changed over the centuries of this walking tour and be guided through these passages which have evolved from a natural creek to being a 19th-century home and later, a refuge for immigrants.

Please note: this tour is subject to a minimum of 4 passengers to operate. Rates are available on request for fewer than 4 passengers.

What's Included:

  • Guide
  • Entrance fee

Please note: All Freedom Day descriptions represent a typical itinerary and may not operate exactly as described. Local operators may vary from time to time.


El Zanjón de Granados Underground Tunnels Walking Tour is featured in the following itineraries:
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