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Buenos Aires Tango Tours

Experience the passion of tango in Buenos Aires, from tango shows to dance lessons, discovering Argentina's iconic dance and cultural heritage

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From $85
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Buenos Aires Tango Tours

Buenos Aires is the tango capital of the world, where this passionate dance was born and continues to thrive as an essential expression of Argentine culture! Tango tours take you into the heart of tango culture, from world-class tango shows in traditional milongas (tango dance halls) to tango lessons where you can learn this iconic dance, from historic tango neighborhoods to modern tango venues, and from watching professionals perform to experiencing tango yourself. Experience the passion and emotion of tango, learn about tango's history and cultural significance, understand why tango is so important to Argentine identity, and discover why Buenos Aires is considered the ultimate tango destination. Whether you're seeking a spectacular tango show, wanting to learn to dance, or simply experiencing tango culture, tango tours offer unforgettable journeys into the soul of Buenos Aires and Argentine culture. From traditional milongas to modern shows, from dance lessons to cultural experiences, tango tours showcase why tango is Buenos Aires' most iconic cultural expression!

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Intimate Underground Tango Show by Secreto Tango Society
From $61
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Experience tango like never before in an intimate, unscripted performance that brings you face-to-face with the soul of Buenos Aires. There’s no stage. No distance. No barrier between you and the magic unfolding before your eyes. This isn’t a polished theater production viewed from the back row—it’s a close encounter where you sit just meters away from the dancers and musicians. In this private, carefully curated setting, you’ll be immersed in a moment that feels more like a conversation than a show. You’ll witness some of the city’s most celebrated tango artists—world-class dancers and musicians who don’t come to follow a script. They come to connect, to improvise, and to inspire one another in real time. Each performance is unique, shaped by the energy of the room and the chemistry between the artists. They draw from years of tradition and personal passion, fusing history with spontaneity in a way that feels fresh, authentic, and emotionally charged.

5.0(696)
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Palacio Tango: Tango Show at the Piazzolla Theater
From $25

Tango Palace: two centuries-old rooms An unforgettable experience in the heart of Buenos Aires It is a unique space of its kind for holding events, it is located in the General Güemes Gallery, a late art nouveau style building that has an interior pedestrian passage that connects Florida and San Martín streets. It was the first building in Buenos Aires built entirely of reinforced concrete and is also considered the first skyscraper in the city. It is made up of the Astor Piazzolla Theater and the Carlos Gardel Theater, and in both spaces the sophistication, elegance and pure Art Noveau style of the Belle Epoque stand out. Our Show: an unforgettable evening A theater inaugurated in 1915, pure operatic style of the Belle Epoque, carefully restored to its original state while maintaining perfect acoustics will make your visit an absolutely unforgettable evening. With a majestic display, live musicians, excellent dancers, the artistic quality of the singers and the most exquisite dishes.

4.3(273)
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Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner and Tango Lesson
From $36
Free Cancellation

If you want to live the golden age of Argentine tango, Tango Porteño is the right place to go. Have a great tango show and indulge yourself in the sophisticated decoration, the incredible staging and live the tango at its best, accompanied by top quality cuisine. If you choose the Dinner option, you'll indulge in a delectable gourmet meal before the show. Enjoy a variety of fine wines, Argentine steak, and sinful desserts. If you choose the show only option, you will arrive directly to enjoy a Tango night. You will witness an unprecedented spectacle, with more than 30 artists and 12 live musicians on stage. In addition, you can also choose to have a tango lesson that will give you an idea of the show you will see later.

4.2(95)
2h
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Tango Show in Madero Tango, with Optional Dinner
From $25
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Madero Tango, with an unparalleled view of the river and the City, is the exclusive protagonist of the magic of the place. There, singing, dancing and spectacular gastronomy are combined, within the framework of an impressive and high-class hall for its design and atmosphere. An unforgettable experience that covers milestones of the Buenos Aires tradition: at the beginning, an exquisite signature meal (if you choose between some of the options with Dinner), and then a spectacular tango show that has the originality of having a chronology of feelings that transformed into a theatrical work that can be described as a true Tango Musical. Enjoy a unique experience in Puerto Madero, with an unparalleled view of the river and the city, live the magic of tango with an unforgettable theatrical show

5.0(1)
5h
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Tango Show at Tango Porteño with Optional Dinner
From $44
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Get the chance to visit an emblematic place that recreates the golden age of the 40s, combined with an art deco style, completing with a great artistic cast, stunning productions and a gastronomic display of excellent quality. You will get the chance to watch the perfect union of the best and virtuous tango dancers, an exceptional orchestra composed of 8 musicians and the power of the singer's voice and fusion with folklore. This gives as a result a show with the true Argentine flavor, created with the unique style of the multi-award-winning dancer and choreographer Mora Godoy. An optional dinner upgrade is available. Transfers are not offered Passengers will have to go on their own to the starting point, Cerrito 570.

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2h
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Tango Lesson - Feel like a tango dancer
From $35
Free Cancellation

We love and live in Buenos Aires, we are from here, and we know every corner. We are experts in Buenos Aires culture and history, so we are going to give you the best recomendations to do.

5.0(2)
1h
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Skip the Line: Tango Show Ticket at Señor Tango with Optional Dinner
From $62
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Señor Tango is the most acclaimed tango show in Buenos Aires with 40 artists on stage, music, dance and singing. Due to its production level, it has become one of the most popular destinations for tourists nowadays. Enjoy the show with Fernando Soler, director and producer of Señor Tango, and one of the most prestigious Tango and country artists.

4.2(13)
2h
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Tango Show at Piazzolla Tango with optional Dinner
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$64From $51.2
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Taste some premium Argentine wine while witnessing a one-of-a-kind Tango Show at the Astor Piazzolla Theater. Be part of a 2 to 4-hour experience at Piazzolla Tango in the historic and magnificent Guemes Gallery building, and learn all about the roots and history behind the Tango in Buenos Aires. An optional dinner upgrade is available.

4.7(3)
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Tango lesson and Milonga tour
From $90
Free Cancellation

With us, you will feel like a local tango. We do not want you to live the tourist tango, but you can enjoy a real milonga night. You will be accompanied by two tango dancers who have been dancing in milongas for 20 years. You will know the codes, movements and the history of tango. The activity is semi private, we handle small groups so they feel accompanied and can learn and ask everything they want!

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2h 30m
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Experience in Madero Tango Dinner Show with Tango Class
From $110
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Located in Puerto Madero -the most modern neighborhood-, Madero Tango offers one of the best activities in Buenos Aires. There you can enjoy an incomparable dance and singing experience, which is combined with first-class gastronomy. Set in an impressive room and with a beautiful view of the river and the city, you will live a different show and night.

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4h
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Dinner with Silver Sector Tango Show in Porteño Tango
From $109
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Discover the magic of tango on an unforgettable night at Tango Porteño, one of Buenos Aires’ most iconic theaters, opposite the Obelisk. Start with a 3-step gourmet dinner with freed drinks, in an elegant atmosphere that will transport you to the golden age of tango. Then, let yourself be carried away by an international-level show with more than 30 artists on stage: dancers, singers and musicians who express the passion, rhythm and strength of this genre declared Cultural Heritage of Humanity. A vibrant show that combines tradition and modernity, ideal for those who seek to live the Argentine cultural essence in one night. Book today and give yourself a unique experience that combines gastronomy, music and dance, perfect for couples, families and friends.

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Tango Porteño + Gourmet Dinner
From $99
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Tango Porteño is a wonderful space where the great orchestras of Canaro, Fresedo, Piazzolla, De Caro, Gobbi, Biagi, De Angelis, Di Sarli, D'Arienzo, Lomuto, D'Agostino and of course the unforgettable Troilo and Pugliese live and coexist. Gourmet Dinner Entrance Main course Dessert Drinks TANGO AND FOLKLORE SHOW: The scenic display and the meticulousness of the costumes create the unbeatable framework to transport us back in time and enjoy an unforgettable experience: reliving that time when all of Buenos Aires was Tango.

2h 30m
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Underground Tango Tour and easy Tango class
From $23.72
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Instead of booking a way too expensive commercial show, in this tour you'll get to know the real Tango underground world of Buenos Aires! After an (optional) Tango class you will get to know an authentic "Milonga" (=a place where locals dance Tango). We will be "off the beaten track" and I will tell you everything about how to dance Tango, the social codes in the Milongas and how Tango has changed over time (nowadays there is even Queer Tango, electro Tango etc). Your guide is Valerie, an expat from Europe who is an internationally known Tango teacher and Milonga organiser. In the BA Tango scene everybody knows her and she loves to build bridges between travelers and her local Milonguero friends. She is very passionate about Tango and happy to answer all your questions!

4.0(1)
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Rojo Tango Dinner and Tango Show with Private Transfers
From $229
Free Cancellation👤Private Tour

Rojo Tango recreates a French Cabaret of the early twentieth century. It offers an intimate, warm, and exclusive environment for around one hundred people. With its excellent location, magical surroundings, gastronomic offerings, and a show that surprises with its performances, production, costumes, and dynamism, Rojo Tango has earned a very special place in the history of tango. It is chosen by important international celebrities as a must when visiting Buenos Aires. To tailor the experience to your preferences, you may add a private transfer to your reservation or select between the Show Only option or a full Dinner & Show experience.

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3h
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Tango Show and Dinner at: Aljibe Tango
From $108
Free Cancellation

Aljibe Tango refers to the beginnings of the city of Buenos Aires and its old conventillos that forged the popular culture of Argentina. Aljibe Tango is located in the historic center of the city and continues with this tradition, offering visitors a Tango and Folklore Show accompanied by a traditional menu and Argentine wines, to make your experience a unique memory.

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Why Choose Tango Tours in Buenos Aires?

Tango Capital

Experience tango in its birthplace - Buenos Aires is the tango capital!

Authentic Culture

Experience authentic tango culture in traditional milongas and shows.

Tango Shows

Watch world-class tango performances by professional dancers.

Dance Lessons

Learn tango from expert instructors in authentic tango settings.

Types of Tango Tours in Buenos Aires

Tango Show Tours

Tours featuring world-class tango shows in traditional and modern venues.

Tango showsProfessional performancesEntertainmentCulturalSpectacular

Tango Lesson Tours

Tours including tango dance lessons with expert instructors.

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Milonga Tours

Tours visiting traditional milongas where locals dance tango.

MilongasTraditionalAuthenticLocal cultureCultural

Comprehensive Tango Tours

Full tours combining shows, lessons, and multiple tango experiences.

Multiple experiencesComplete overviewComprehensiveDiverseFull day

What to Expect on Your Buenos Aires Tango Tour

Duration

Tango show tours: 3-4 hours including dinner and show. Tango lesson tours: 2-3 hours. Comprehensive tours: 4-5 hours.

Tango Shows

Watch spectacular tango performances by professional dancers.

Cultural Experience

Experience authentic tango culture in traditional settings.

Dance Lessons

Learn tango basics from expert instructors (on lesson tours).

Traditional Venues

Visit authentic tango venues including milongas and tango halls.

Cultural Learning

Learn about tango's history, culture, and significance to Argentina.

Expert Tips for the Best Experience

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Tango shows often include dinner - check inclusions

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Tango lessons beginner-friendly - no experience needed

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Milonga tours provide authentic local tango experience

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Tango shows spectacular - don't miss this Buenos Aires experience

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Dress appropriately for tango venues

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Tango tours showcase Buenos Aires' cultural soul

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Evening tours typical for tango shows

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Tango essential Buenos Aires experience

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:What are tango shows?

A: Tango shows are spectacular performances featuring professional tango dancers showcasing incredible dance skills, passion, and Argentine culture! Shows often include dinner and live music. Performances absolutely spectacular - world-class dancing. Essential Buenos Aires experience. Shows showcase tango's passion and artistry. Must-see - absolutely incredible performances. Iconic Buenos Aires cultural experience. World-class entertainment. Essential tango experience!

Q:How much do tango tours cost?

A: Tango show tours: $85-150 per person including show and often dinner. Tango lesson tours: $60-100 per person including lessons. Comprehensive tango tours: $120-200 per person. Private tango tours: $150-300+ per person. Prices typically include show or lessons. Dinner sometimes included in show tours. Book through reputable operators. Tours excellent value for unique cultural experience. Essential for experiencing tango culture!

Q:Do I need to know how to dance tango?

A: No! Tango shows perfect for everyone - just watching! However, tango lesson tours teach basics - no experience needed. Tango lessons beginner-friendly. Instructors teach step-by-step. Learning tango part of cultural experience. However, tango challenging dance - don't expect to master quickly. Shows perfect for non-dancers. Lessons for those wanting to try. No experience needed for either!

Q:What is a milonga?

A: Milonga is traditional tango dance hall where locals gather to dance tango! Authentic tango culture experience. Locals dance tango together. Traditional Argentine social event. Tours visit milongas for authentic experience. Essential for understanding tango culture. Absolutely authentic - real tango culture. Must-experience for tango enthusiasts. Traditional tango experience. Authentic Argentine culture!

Q:How long do tango tours take?

A: Tango show tours: 3-4 hours including dinner and show. Tango lesson tours: 2-3 hours including lessons. Comprehensive tango tours: 4-5 hours with multiple experiences. Duration depends on tour type. Shows typically evening. Lessons can be afternoon or evening. Tours flexible - discuss preferences. Allow adequate time for tango experience. Tango tours provide complete cultural experience!

Q:What should I wear?

A: Wear appropriate clothing for tango venues - smart casual to formal depending on venue! Tango shows often have dress codes. Smart casual appropriate for most venues. Some venues more formal. For lessons, comfortable clothing suitable for movement. Comfortable shoes helpful for lessons. Check dress code when booking. Dress respectfully for cultural experience. Appropriate attire for tango venues!

Q:Are tango tours suitable for families?

A: Tango show tours suitable for families - children can watch performances! However, tango shows evening events - consider children's schedules. Tango lessons may engage older children. Some venues family-friendly, others more adult-oriented. Check with operator about family options. Many families enjoy tango shows. Perfect for families wanting cultural experiences. Consider children's interests. Family-friendly with appropriate considerations!

Q:Why is tango important to Buenos Aires?

A: Tango essential to Buenos Aires as dance was born here in late 19th century and remains defining cultural expression! Tango represents Argentine identity, passion, and culture. UNESCO recognized tango as Intangible Cultural Heritage. Tango reflects Buenos Aires' history and culture. Essential part of Argentine cultural identity. Absolutely iconic - tango inseparable from Buenos Aires. Essential Buenos Aires experience. Cultural soul of city!

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Why Visit Buenos Aires?

World-famous tango culture and shows

Beautiful European-style architecture

Excellent steak and wine culture

Vibrant neighborhoods and culture

Rich history and cultural heritage

Perfect blend of Europe and Latin America

Best Time to Visit

Weather

Buenos Aires enjoys a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. Average temperatures range from 50°F (10°C) in winter to 80°F (27°C) in summer.

Best Months

March to May and September to November offer the best weather with pleasant temperatures.

Peak Season

December to February brings peak tourist season with warm weather, larger crowds, and higher prices.

Off Season

June to August offers lower prices and fewer crowds, though with cooler temperatures.

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Excellent public transportation including metro and buses. Walking is perfect for exploring neighborhoods, and organized tours include transportation.

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