Literature Self-Guided Audio Tour in Buenos Aires

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Buenos Aires no solo hace desbordar la imaginación, sino que lohace bellamente. El Buenos Aires que Inspiró a Julio Cortázar sigue inspirando a los viajeros, aunque lleguen del fin del mundo. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Argentina is proud to have many literary, world-famous writers, many of whom lived in and were inspired by Buenos Aires. Let Alejandra, the main character from "On Heroes and Graves" by Ernesto Sábato, guide you through this special tour that pays homage to the great Argentine writers who made Buenos Aires immortal through their works. The tour starts in front of the Mario Moreno National Library. You will pass by an extraordinary building, the Museum of Books and Languages. Your narrator will tell you about Adolfo Bioy Casares. You will pass by the square named after the Argentine military. Then Alejandra will tell you about its creator, Ernesto Sabato. Also, it is impossible to think of literature in Buenos Aires without talking about Jorge Luis Borges. Finally, Alejandra will tell you a secret about the famous controversial political discussion between Sábato and Borges. Your tour will end in front of the magnificent Ateneo bookstore.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: SOUNDWALKRS

Ages: Children (7–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–50 years) · Seniors (51–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All chapters with offline use, maps and tips to explore Buenos Aires

Not included

Not included: Snacks
Not included: Smartphone and headsets
Not included: Admission Ticket

Itinerary

Biblioteca Nacional

Passing by

Best kept secrets of Buenos Aires are found in its books. The city inspired great authors such as Cortazar. Get to know his Buenos Aires.
Museo del Libro y de la Lengua

Passing by

The literature Boom of the 60´s , Bioy Casares stories, and Sabato beginnings are featured bordering the Recoleta neighborhood.
Plaza Teniente General Emilio Mitre

Passing by

A nostalgic chapter is presented in this plaza, the anti-heroine of Sabato reveals herself. Alejandra Vidal, one of Ernesto Sabatos main characters in Heroes and Tombs or The Tunnel.
El Ateneo Grand Splendid

6 min

The temple of literature, for book lovers, coming in to the Ateneo is like arriving to book heaven.
Plaza Luis Leloir

Passing by

Square
Parroquia San Agustin

Passing by

church
Plaza Bartolome Mitre

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Square

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Self-guided audio tours that let you immerse yourself in the stories of the places you visit, at your own pace, on your own terms. This is an audio tour experience. No tour guide will meet you, and No admission tickets are sold. Stand in front of the national library

End point

Stan in front of the Ateneo

Using your ticket

Dear Traveler,

Thank you for your purchase! We are delighted to take you on a special self-guided tour discovering Literature Tour in Buenos Aires.

Please note that this purchase includes your self guided audio tour, but it DOES NOT include any admission entrance. Also, travelers are responsible for checking the monument's hours of operation.

This is your code: SWBL01. Please follow the next steps:

1. Download the Soundwalkrs app on your smartphone

2. Select your destination

3. Select your purchased Soundwalk

4. Click on the "Enter Code" button.

5. Click the "Download Tour" button for offline use. Wait until the download is complete

6. ¡Start the tour!

Get your headphones ready and immerse yourself in the story! You can also consider the suggestions below:

Download the tour while you have wifi. Once you download the tour, it will be available in the app even if you are offline.
Go to the settings at the bottom right of the screen and make sure "Location Events" is selected. This will notify you when you reach a point of interest on the tour.

If you need help or assistance, please contact us via Whatsapp, No calls +57 3052358208 or email [email protected]

Our cancellation policy states that refunds will not be provided for cancellations made within 24 hours of your scheduled travel date. Additionally, refunds will not be granted for reasons such as misunderstanding the nature of the product, including assuming it involves a physical guide or included entry tickets. Refunds will only be considered for valid reasons unrelated to these factors.

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Have a great time soundwalking!

The Soundwalking Team.