Originally Posted by
ldpeters
I'm visiting Buenos Aires soon (arriving morning of March 12) for a long weekend (leaving on the 15th). Visiting with my girlfriend. We may be interested in hiring a private guide.
There was one mentioned near the tail of the BA Q&A thread, but I'm wondering if anybody else in the forum has any current recommendations?
Also, what can I expect to pay to hire a private guide for a full day?
Thanks!
I recommend you contact Gaston Cernadas via his website
http://www.bafreetour.com/en/index.html
He and his sister do two different great free walking tours of the historical sites and architectural sites in BsAs, which are a lot of fun. They are also available to schedule private tours. Really nice young people who speak great English, with a good sense of what visitors like to see. I'm not sure what they would charge for a private tour, but I imagine it would be affordable.
If you hook up with them, tell Gaston and Sol "hello".
I highly recommend going to the San Telmo artisans market on Sunday afternoon. You can get there from Plaza de Mayo (near Casa Rosada palace) by walking down Calle Defensa. Walk on down to Plaza Dorrego, stopping for food, drinks, and ice cream along the way, as well as all the wonderful street performers and tango orchestras. A great way to spend an afternoon.