
Did you know that you can visit one of the most imposing buildings in Buenos Aires at night? The Palacio de la Aduana, one of the jewels of French style and National Historic Monument, opens its doors for free guided tours every month that transport you to the past of the city.
Tour the Palacio de la Aduana and its secrets at night.
The Palacio de la Aduana was designed by architects Eduardo Lanús and Pablo Hary in 1908, on land reclaimed from the river thanks to the coastal filling of the new port, what we know today as Puerto Madero.
The building occupies an entire block and is crowned by two imposing twin towers. Its main façade is adorned with moldings representing the coat of arms of the Argentine Republic. Every detail of the building is a reflection of French academicist architecture, elegant and balanced. It is also one of the most beautiful buildings remaining from the period and its corners, secrets and stories are discovered in the night visits to this spectacular palace.
During the tour, you will marvel at the stories and also its stunning lighting that makes you feel in that bygone era. These free tours of this palace in Buenos Aires are done in the company of expert guides. They are totally free but require prior registration because spaces are limited.
To sign up for the tours of the Palacio de la Aduana, you have to write an email with your details to museodelaaduana@arca.gob.ar. The tours are usually monthly and start at 8 pm and last a little more than an hour. Do not miss the opportunity to experience a different night in the heart of the city.
Did you know that inside the Palacio de la Aduana there is also the Museo de la Aduana? You can visit it for free from Monday to Friday from 10 am to 5 pm.
📍1000 Azopardo Street, Buenos Aires.