The tango spread from Argentina to Uruguay and Europe, but Buenos Aires remains its traditional home. Tango shows and culture are a huge draw card for visitors to the city, culminating each year with the celebrations of Tango Day on December 11.
Tango lessons are a great way to meet people in Buenos Aires, organized for individuals, couples or groups. The keys to getting to grips with tango are posture and balance, nailing the art of ‘walking’ to music, and learning the steps.
In Buenos Aires, a tango club is called a milonga, complete with a live orchestra and dance floor. You don’t need to look far to find a local tango club in Buenos Aires, and there are several clubs specially set up for tourists where you can watch the tango, dine and imbibe, then learn to tango.
Good milonga clubs to check out include Tango Ideal, Rouge Tango, Sin Rumbo and Club Gricel. For tango shows, try Tango Porteño, Taconeando, Señor Tango and Rojo Tango.
If you’d like to learn more about the history of the tango, visit the Museo Vivo del Tango, with exhibits dedicated to the stars of tango like Carlos Gardel. You can visit the home of this legendary tango star at Jean Jaures 735 in the quarter of the city called Abasto. La Botica del Angel is another good museum to visit, with costumes and classes.
Tours & Tickets
Buenos Aires Dinner and Tango Show
Take part in a can’t-miss Buenos Aires tradition – a night out at the tango! This dinner and show experience combines a three-course dinner with the exciting ... Read more
Location:
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Piazzolla Tango Show and Dinner in Buenos Aires
Enjoy a night out in Buenos Aires at Piazzolla Tango! Located in the historic Guemes Gallery, Piazzolla Tango is a unique and entertaining show filled with ... Read more
Location:
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Sabor a Tango Dinner and Show in Buenos Aires
Enjoy a night out in Buenos Aires at a tango show! The 1.5-hour Sabor a Tango show is an exceptional performance of professional tango dancers, singers and ... Read more
Location:
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Buenos Aires Tango Show, Dinner and Dance Lessons
This 4.5 hour evening tour allows you to mingle with the local crowds at the best "milongas" in town! At these Buenos Aires dance halls, you'll ... Read more
Location:
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
