Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral Tours and Activities

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Discover the grand beauty of this cathedral’s mix of architectural styles and its collection of religious art. Enjoy the acoustics at choral and organ music events.

Enter through the 12 columns of the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral to discover elaborate gilt-edged pillars, Venetian tiles and stunning frescoes. This architectural masterpiece is the main Catholic church of Argentina’s capital and is the final resting place of several notable Argentine generals.

The vision for a cathedral for Buenos Aires began in 1580 when founder Juan de Garay set aside land for a church. The building that now stands was constructed in the 18th century after several previous incarnations collapsed. The neoclassical façade was added later, in the 19th century.

Enter through Hellenic columns representing the 12 apostles and look up for the carved mural portraying the reunion of Joseph and his father, Jacob. Wander through the expansive aisles of the interior admiring the frescoes and decorative flourishes. Discover the series of Via Crucis (Stations of the Cross) paintings by late 19th-century Italian artist Francesco Domenighini. The main altarpiece is a rococo design of gilded wood by Spanish sculptor Isidro Lorea. It dates back to 1785, when Argentina was still a part of Spain’s empire.

Pay your respects to a national hero of independence at the grand marble mausoleum of General Jóse de San Martín. Two generals from the Argentine War of Independence, Juan Gregorio de las Heras and Tomás Guido are also interred here. Sentries in historic uniforms guard the mausoleum.

Take a guided tour of the choir and artists’ workshop. You can also see the mausoleum, temple and crypt as part of the free tours. Free evening concerts are regularly held here. Enjoy organ, choral and orchestral performances. The cathedral is notable for its connection with Pope Francis, who formerly presided over the important Christmas Eve mass as Archbishop of Buenos Aires.

You’ll find the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral in the Plaza de Mayo, surrounded by other historic buildings. It is a short walk from 9 de Julio Avenue and the Casa Rosada. It is easy to get to by public transport.

The cathedral is free to enter and is open daily. Check the cathedral’s official website for tour times and a full schedule of events.

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