Walk around the beautiful colonial streets of Salta and learn its fascinating history
A local takes you on a journey to the museums and most famous parts of the city
Rated the number 1 Free Walking Tour operator in Salta on TripAdvisor
Enjoy a free walking tour and explore the historic city of Salta, situated in northwest Argentina. Famed for its Spanish colonial architecture and Andean heritage, this cultural city has plenty of museums and folklore to discover. On this tour, you’ll visit Salta’s main attractions by foot, and learn all about its fascinating history. An amazing opportunity!
All year round except on Sundays
2 hours 30 minutes
In front of the Cathedral Basilica de Salta, España Street N° 582, Salta
In front of the Cathedral Basilica de Salta, España Street N° 582, Salta
SALTA FREE TOURS
10:00
ONLINE BOOKING NOT AVAILABLE
Meeting point: In front of the Cathedral Basilica de Salta (Salta Cathedral), located in Calle España 582
Meeting time: 10:00 am
You will see:
- The main square
- The Cabildo and the Historic Museum of the North
- San Francisco Church
- San Bernardo Convent
- Guemes Monument
- Belgrano square (visiting an area full of bars, restaurants and boutiques)
10:00
Meeting point at the gate of Salta's Cathedral
10:15 - 10:40
We will visit the main square, then the Cabildo and Historic Museum of the North
10:50 - 11:50
We will visit San Francisco Church, San Bernardo Convent, and Guemes Monument
12:00
We return to the Belgrano square, visiting an area full of bars, restaurants and boutiques
12:30
Arrive at Belgrano Square (back to where we started)
- Bilingual guide.
- We work on a tips-only basis. This ensures our guides always give you the best service.
How to recognize our Tour Guides: Please look for guides with the orange t-shirts.
Cost: Free Tour is a worldwide movement that offers non-traditional tours to everyone, from backpackers to businessmen. This tip-based tour does not have a set price, nor does it require reservations, allowing you to decide the real value of the experience.
Language: The tour is in English.
There is no cancellation policy.
Is this walking tour really for free?
Yes; we offer tours at no upfront cost. In fact, our tours operate on a pay-what-you-like model. We believe that everybody should be able to enjoy an educational tour experience, and discover and learn about this great city, regardless of their budget. We think that you should decide how much you think the tour was worth once it has finished.
How can I recognize the guide from Salta Free Walking Tours?
The guide will have an orange t-shirt to make it easier to identify him/her.
Where is the meeting point located?
The meeting point for the walking tours is in front of the Basilica de Salta Cathedral.
Is the tour tiring?
No. We walk at an easy pace, and because there are so many sights to stop at and see, it means there is never more than 10 minutes of continuous walking.
What if it rains?
We will run our tours if there is light rain, but unfortunately will have to cancel in the case of heavy rain.
What if I have to leave before the tour ends?
That is not a problem, but please let your guide know so he/she doesn't wait for you at the next stop.
Do I need to bring anything?
We suggest you wear comfortable walking shoes, and perhaps carry a bottle of water.
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