About Activity
Unlike any other building tour in Buenos Aires, the Palacio Barolo experience takes you on a symbolic journey through Dante’s Divine Comedy, brought to life through architecture, storytelling, and secret symbolism. It’s not just a visit—it’s a deep dive into art, history, literature, and Freemasonry, all woven into one unforgettable adventure. You’ll explore hidden gems like a preserved 1920s office and climb to one of the city's highest viewpoints for a breathtaking 360° view. With exclusive access to areas not open to the general public and guided insight that brings every detail to life, this is much more than a tour—it’s a story you’ll walk through.
Spots are limited, so book now to secure your place in this one-of-a-kind experience.
Includes
- Visit to the Lighthouse
- Admission fee
- Access to the Museum Office on the 7th floor
- Visit to the 13th-floor terrace
- Ascent to the panoramic 360° viewing balconies
- Professional Tour Guide
Departure Point
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Return
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
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Tickets are included As you move through the building, your guide will reveal the hidden meanings behind its rich architecture, packed with symbols tied to literature, history, and Freemasonry.
You'll ride the elevator through part of the building, but many of the most intriguing spaces are accessed on foot—via staircases that become narrower as you approach the top. Along the way, you’ll step inside a preserved 1920s office, a time capsule that lets you experience the era when the palace was first constructed.
The highlight of the tour is the climb up the lighthouse tower. Though the stairs are steep and tight, the reward is unforgettable: a panoramic 360° view of Buenos Aires from nearly 100 meters above the city. From the open-air Mirador, you’ll see the skyline stretch from the historic center to the Río de la Plata.
Whether you're a fan of architecture, literature, or just stunning city views, this experience offers something truly unique.
Public transportation options are available nearby Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Suitable for all physical fitness levels Please note before booking: The tour includes an elevator ride up to the 14th floor. From there, the final 8 floors must be climbed on foot via narrow staircases. Comfortable footwear is strongly recommended for climbing and descending stairs. Bring water to stay hydrated during the tour. For safety reasons, access to the lighthouse may be suspended without notice in case of severe weather or thunderstorms. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
Interesting tour with some limitationsbarbara4778
It was an okay experience. The building is architecturally very interesting.. The guide had a good grip on Spanish and English. At $50 USD a person in a group of 25 , it seemed overpriced. The guide had to talk in Spanish and then translate into English. It was a long process. A separate English-speaking tour would have been much better. I also would have liked more discussion of the architecture as it related to Dante’s writing…maybe more quotes from the Divine Comedy on which the building is based. We did like the guide and should make that clear.
Fun view of Buenos Aires Lisa_K
The tour itself is great as is the building. The best part though are the gorgeous city views you get from the higher floors. Great experience!
Good Barnott greatWilliam_S
Jul 18, 2026, 10:45:27 AM This was a must see experience for my recent day in Buenos Aires. It was good, but I thought the building would be much more interesting architecturally and decoratively so I was disappointed in that. The view from the top of the building is spectacular. But be aware that you have to ascend many flights upstairs to get there.
A Beautiful Journey Through Dante’s Buenos AiresHarishKasetty
I had an absolutely wonderful tour of Palacio Barolo. Our guide was fantastic — knowledgeable, engaging, warm, and clearly passionate about the building and its history. She brought the entire experience to life by explaining the architecture, the symbolism of Dante’s Divine Comedy, the story of Luis Barolo and Mario Palanti, and the meaning behind so many details I would have missed on my own.
What made the tour especially memorable was the way she connected the building’s design to its deeper themes — Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise — while also pointing out the small architectural details, optical illusions, original features, and hidden stories that make Palacio Barolo so unique.
The views from the top were breathtaking, but the storytelling is what made the visit unforgettable. This was one of the highlights of my time in Buenos Aires, and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city.
Not refundable, not changeable, not happyRuth_L
I have booked many experiences with Viator over several years and have never had a bad outcome until this one. I accidentally booked and paid for the wrong day. When I called to change the date or cancel I was told that this tour is not refundable and not changeable for another day. When I called Viator for help they advised me to go to the venue in person and ask for a change but that also did not work. This is the first time I ever had this issue with a Viator event. Be very careful and very certain about your days and time when you pay for this event
Great guide and very nice...Shanen_H
Great guide and very nice tour. Lots of stairs but worth it. Great views of Argentina. Nice history of building.
The building is absolutely gorgeous and was made with some very interesting influences and design motifs. Definitely learned a lot that I would not have know otherwise.
There are too many people on the tour. Elevators only take 7 people, and the top of the lighthouse fits only 12. They should run more frequent tours of smaller people. Tour is mainly in Spanish with some limited English translation. English tours would be great.
Beautiful building with...John_P
Beautiful building with classic style. Popular tour so book ahead. Nicolas was a patient guide who explained everything in both English and Spanish. There are some narrow stairs to climb up the last several floors, but the panoramic view from the top is well worth it!
Amazing building and great guideRenee_T
Our tour guide , Nicolas, was very entertaining and knowledgeable. The building was possibly one of the most magnificent I’ve seen.
Awesome experience Emilia_L
Cecilia was a fantastic guide, tour has unexpected twists and turns. The whole tour is an unusual one as the architecture of the building is based on Dante Alighieri’s La Divina Comedia.
Only if you want a paid view of the city Carolyn_F
The view is what you get. The rest is fluff. Go to Guemes center 14th floor for a free view. No real info on the tour.
Excellent tour. Our guide...Adeyinka_A
Excellent tour. Our guide is very knowledgeable of the history of the Building and the views from the top are spectacular. Go around 5pm so you can see the view from the top as the sun sets. Highly recommend.
Excellent Palacio Barolo702analiac
Excellent experience, sunset is the best time, there was no space for 6:30 PM but we went at 5:00 PM and were able to enjoy the sunset at a lower price. Highly recommended.
It is very interesting to learn about the history of how it was made and what inspired the creation of this iconic building. It is almost the same concept as the Palacio Salvo in Montevideo, but with fewer symbols in its construction and with a different orientation.
O prédio do Palácio deve ser visitado com a visita guiada. Só assim pode-se entender os símbolos e disposição dos afrescos e andares, que representam os andares do "Inferno de Dante". Chegar ao topo e passar do "purgatório" é uma ótima sensação.
