Buenos Aires food tour in San Telmo and Boca: Taste local dishes

Taste your way through San Telmo's market stalls and cobblestone plazas

A food and walking tour through Buenos Aires' San Telmo and Boca neighborhoods, where you taste famous Argentine dishes and wines while a local guide shares the history and culture behind each stop. The tour runs 2 to 3 hours and includes tastings of empanadas, choripán, alfajores, dulce de leche, mate and regional wines. Dietary options (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free) are available on request. Children from age 2 are welcome, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Plaza Dorrego20m
2. San Telmo Market20m
3. Alberto J. Armando Stadium20m

Explore San Telmo and Boca food spots

• Visit San Telmo Market
• Walk through Plaza Dorrego
• Explore Antiques Shops
• Tour Galería Solar de French
• Visit Cueros Antílope leather factory
• Shop at La casa del 10 near Boca Jr Stadium

The experience

The San Telmo Market is where this tour begins: a 19th-century landmark filled with vendors selling juicy empanadas, Argentine choripán (sausage), traditional alfajores, artisanal ice cream, fresh produce, cheeses and cured meats. Many stalls offer tastings as you walk, and your guide explains the stories and techniques behind what you're sampling. You'll also visit cozy cafés and bars serving regional wines, crafted beer and quality coffee, so you're tasting as you learn about the neighborhood's food culture.

From the market, the route moves through Plaza Dorrego, the heart of San Telmo, where cobblestone streets and colonial buildings frame the square. Street performers and tango dancers often perform here, and on Sundays an antique market fills the plaza with vendors selling vintage goods and crafts. You'll walk through antique shops in the neighborhood (including Galería Solar de French, a restored gallery with handcrafted jewelry, vintage clothing and local art), and stop at Cueros Antílope, a renowned leather factory where artisans work with traditional techniques. Near Boca Jr Stadium, you'll visit La Casa del 10, a shop specializing in dulce de leche, alfajores, mate and Argentine wines.

Your guide is knowledgeable and experienced, offering advice on restaurants, shows and other tours you might want to explore during your stay in Buenos Aires. The tour includes free tastings of wines, caramel, alfajores and mate throughout the stops, and you can request vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free options when you book.

What’s included

• Free tastings of local products including wines, dulce de leche, alfajores and mate.
• a knowledgeable local guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• stops at the San Telmo Market, Plaza Dorrego, antique shops and galleries, Cueros Antílope leather factory, and La Casa del 10 near Boca Jr Stadium.
• dietary accommodations (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free options available on request).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day14 departure times: the first at 09:30, the last at 16:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (6 to 16 years) · Child (2 to 5 years)

GroupUp to 10 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Enjoy BA Tours

Is this one for you?Two to three hours leaves room for lunch or an afternoon elsewhere in Buenos Aires, making this tour a morning or early-afternoon stop rather than a full-day commitment. If you want to taste Argentine food and wine without spending the whole day on a single activity, this walking pace through market stalls and neighborhood shops fits that window.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 16 years); Child (2 to 5 years).

What food and drinks do I actually taste on this Buenos Aires food tour?

The tour includes tastings of empanadas, choripán (Argentine sausage), alfajores (traditional pastries), dulce de leche (caramel), mate (herbal drink), artisanal ice cream, fresh cheeses and cured meats, plus regional wines and crafted beer at market cafés and bars.

Can I do this tour if I'm vegetarian, vegan or have a gluten allergy?

Yes. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. Let the operator know your dietary needs when you book so they can arrange tastings that suit you.

What is Plaza Dorrego and why is it a stop on this tour?

Plaza Dorrego is the central square of San Telmo, surrounded by colonial buildings, cafés and restaurants with outdoor seating. On Sundays, a lively antique market fills the plaza, and street performers and tango dancers often perform there, making it a gathering point for the neighborhood's culture and history.

What is Cueros Antílope and what will I see there?

Cueros Antílope is Buenos Aires' most renowned leather factory, where artisans craft jackets, bags, belts and accessories using traditional techniques and ethically sourced materials. You can often watch craftspeople at work and learn about the different types of leather and the processes involved in making each piece.