Full moon nights in Buenos Aires this summer are very special because the Monumental Tower opens its observation deck during full moon and crescent moon nights, with guided tours that combine history with 360-degree panoramic views of the Retiro neighborhood and the fully illuminated city of Buenos Aires.
Buenos Aires’ Big Ben opens its observation deck on full moon nights with guided tours to its clock
From January to March, you can discover one of the most emblematic monuments of Buenos Aires from a completely different perspective because the Monumental Tower opens its doors for you to visit at night, but only on full moon and crescent moon nights, so that the night light is at its maximum and you can see Buenos Aires like you’ve never seen it before.
During the tour, you will learn about the history of the Monumental Tower, a century-old national historic monument, its architectural details, and its relationship to the urban development of the city, as you ascend to the observation deck to watch the moon rise.
Night visits to the Monumental Tower viewpoint: dates and times
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Visits require prior registration because space is limited, and they are canceled in case of rain.
📅Wednesday, January 21 (first quarter moon), from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Registration available starting January 14
📅Monday, February 2 (full moon), from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Registration available starting January 26
📅Tuesday, March 3 (full moon), from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Registration available starting February 24
Special visits to the historic clock of the Monumental Tower: dates and how to book
In addition to touring the Monumental Tower at night and ascending to its observation deck, there are also exclusive guided tours of the Monumental Tower clock, your opportunity to learn how it works and the history of this century-old clock, as well as access areas of the building that are not normally open to the public.
📅Friday, January 30, at 9:30 a.m.
Registration available starting January 23
📅Friday, February 20, at 9:30 a.m.
Registration available from February 13
This activity is for adults only, requires comfortable footwear, and is not suitable for people with reduced mobility, as it includes a steep climb up stairs to the clock. It is included in the price of admission to the Monumental Tower and is canceled in case of rain.
📍 Monumental Tower: Av. Dr. José María Ramos Mejía 1315 (opposite Retiro station)
🎟️ Tickets: General public: 10,000 pesos / Argentine residents and/or foreigners with ID: 2,000 pesos
Retirees, Falklands War veterans, university students with accreditation, people with disabilities + companion, children under 12, and public school groups: free every day.