Pope Francis Tour in Buenos Aires

Follow the educational and religious path made by Jorge Bergoglio before he became Pope Francis! On this 3-hour tour in Buenos Aires, birthplace of the current pope, you’ll visit all of the formative places that shaped his character, from schools to churches — and even a sports club. This tour is for participants of any age who want to know more about the background of this historical world religious leader. Numbers are limited to 20 people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Calle Defensa Bairro San Telmo, Buenos Aires Argentina

Meet your guide and small group in San Telmo and make your way to the city center aboard a comfortable minivan. Start your tour at the place where Bergoglio lived with his parents and siblings during his first years of life. Visit formative educational institutions, such as the College of Our Lady of Mercy and Universidad del Salvador, a Jesuit university. See where the pope took his sacraments and received his religious vocation, including Basilica of San José de Flores, where he devoted his life to God when he was just 17 years old.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Casa donde vivió Papa Francisco, Membrillar 531, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

The first stop, would be his childhood house in the neighborhood of Flores where he lived with his parents and his siblings


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Iglesia Nuestra Senora de la Misericordia, Avenida Directorio 2138 Flores, Buenos Aires C1406GZX Argentina

Then, you will visit the schools he attended such as the Instituto Nuestra Señora de la Misericordia & Universidad del Salvador as well as the Iglesia del Salvador.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Basilica de San Jose de Flores, Avenida Rivadavia 6950, Buenos Aires C1406GLZ Argentina

You will visit the church of his childhood and adolescence: The Basilica de San Jose de Flores. This was the Basilica where he received his "divine call" and began serving the Church. He said: "(at that exact moment) I immersed myself in God`s mercy". In this Church, Jorge Bergoglio decided to become a priest.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Basilica Maria Auxiliadora y San Carlos, Av. Hipolito Irigoyen 3999, Buenos Aires 1181 Argentina

Afterwards, we will continue following Jorge Bergoglio’s journey by seeing the Basílica de María Auxiliadora y San Carlos where he was baptized.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Residencia Juvenil San Antonio - Hogares Don Bosco, C1223ACF, México 4044, C1223ACF Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Also, we will know the history Club Atlético San Lorenzo de Almagro, of which Pope Francis is passionate fan.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Iglesia de San Ignacio de Loyola, Calle Bolivar 225 Esquina Alsina 520, Buenos Aires 1091 Argentina

Then, we will visit the San Ignacio de Loyola Church, in the Montserrat district, built by the Jesuits in 1675. This is the oldest Church in Buenos Aires and it is part of the “Manzanas de las luces”.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Plaza de Mayo, Av. Hipolito Yrigoyen S/N, Buenos Aires Argentina

Then, you will head to the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral, which overlooks Plaza de Mayo. Considered the main Catholic church in Buenos Aires, the 16th-century cathedral was rebuilt several times in a mix of architectural styles. It was here that the Argentinean people waited to hear the designation of the successor to Pope Benedicto XVI.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral, San Martín 27, C1004 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

The main catholic temple of Argentina: The Metropolitan Cathedral of Buenos Aires. This important 16th century building, was declared a historical monument in 1942, is the Cathedral where the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, Jorge Bergoglio, gave important Masses. Also here, the devoted followers of Pope Francis awaited the announcement that he would proclaim him as Supreme Pontiff.

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 10:00 AM
Duração: 3 Hours
Ponto de partida: Tangol Travel Agency, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires AR, Defensa 831, C1065 AAO, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Local guide
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Entry/Admission - Iglesia de San Ignacio de Loyola

Não Incluído

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

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