How far in advance should we book?

We recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance, especially during peak months (September-November), to ensure availability for your preferred date.

Can the tour be adapted to our curriculum?

Absolutely. We can work with your teachers to emphasize certain topics or vocabulary that align with what students are currently learning in the classroom. Please mention this when you inquire.

Is the historical content appropriate for young children?

Yes, all historical information is presented through engaging stories, simple questions, and fun games, not as a dry history lesson. The focus is on sparking curiosity.

How do you manage safety in a busy area like Plaza de Mayo?

Our guides are experienced in managing school groups in urban environments. We maintain a low student-to-guide ratio and conduct the tour primarily in pedestrian-only areas, with clear safety instructions provided at the beginning.

Do we enter all the buildings?

The tour focuses on observing the exterior of these historic buildings to understand their role and architecture. We visit the interior of the Metropolitan Cathedral to see San Martín's tomb and the Cabildo.

Tours & Educational Programs in Buenos Aires Postcards from Colonial Argentina

A journey back in time for young students to explore the historic heart of Buenos Aires, discovering the city’s colonial origins through its most iconic buildings and symbols.

Age Group
Ideal for Primary School students.
Learning Focus
Colonial history, civics, and national symbols.
Key Activity
An interactive timeline creation activity in Plaza de Mayo.
Destinations
Argentina, Buenos Aires

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Overview

This tour transforms the city’s historic center into an interactive classroom. Through short stories, observation games like “spot-the-difference,” and guided questions, students are invited to discover colonial Buenos Aires. We’ll explore landmark buildings and discuss the key moments and figures that shaped Argentina’s history, encouraging students to form a personal connection with the past in a fun and memorable way.

Itinerary

Buenos Aires Cabildo (25 min): We observe the original Cabildo building and discuss its role in colonial times, playing a "spot-the-difference" game between the old and modern city.
Plaza de Mayo (20 min): We explore the square as the setting for key moments in our history and create an illustrated timeline with imaginary "postcards" from the past.
Metropolitan Cathedral (20 min): A guided observation of its unique architecture and a talk about national hero José de San Martín and his tomb.
Casa Rosada (exterior) (15 min): We look at the façade, talk about its historical uses, and end with a short role-playing game: "If I were President..."