Palermo: Graffiti and Street Art Guided Tour in English
ID: GYG236652-408432
Category:
Country: Argentina
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the neighborhood of Palermo and see the creative work of numerous artists and designers. Discover the history of this international street art hub with a knowledgeable guide.
Stroll through the colorful streets of Palermo in Buenos Aires on a guided walking tour. See thought-provoking graffiti and street art while learning about the neighborhood’s history from your guide.
Travel back in time to the 1920's and understand the political movements gaining traction in Argentina at the time. Discover how graffiti was seen as political endorsement and how it was used as propaganda and for election campaigns.
Then, learn about the arrival of aerosol paints in 1969 and the influence of a different military government. Discover how the new material allowed messages to be written much faster than before and how this impacted the urban movements during the 1970's. Listen to stories about how Argentinians became progressively more involved in the act of protesting and the social conflict of the time.
Highlights
- Journey through one of Buenos Aires's most eclectic neighborhoods
- Take pictures of the Trump Wall's Graffiti at Madison Avenue Bar
- Learn about the history of Argentina's street art and its political origins
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour will still take place even if it rains
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Plaza Serrano (a.k.a. Plaza Cortazar) in Palermo. Corner of Jorge Luis Borges and Honduras St.
Look for the guide in an orange t-shirt.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
