El Zanjón de Granados

Museum · San Telmo

El Zanjón de Granados

Museum · San Telmo

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Defensa 755, C1065 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Explore Buenos Aires' rich history at this restored labyrinth, where urban archaeology brings to life the tales of the city's first settlement.  

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Defensa 755, C1065 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina Get directions

elzanjon.com.ar
@elzanjondegranados

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Defensa 755, C1065 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina Get directions

+54 11 7078 1542
elzanjon.com.ar
@elzanjondegranados

Features

restroom
crowd family friendly
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible restroom
wheelchair accessible parking lot

Last updated

Feb 19, 2025

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"Exploring an urban archaeological site at El Zanjón de Granados Touring this one-of-a-kind urban villa and archaeological site allows a unique insight into the city's history. The beautifully restored urban mansion was once the residence of a wealthy Spanish family; they fled for higher ground when yellow fever struck San Telmo, and the abandoned building later served as tenement housing for countless immigrant families. When a new buyer purchased the property in 1985, he discovered layers of historical objects in the subterranean tunnels. Today, knowledgeable local guides take small groups through the grand villa and its underground maze, pointing out the old water cistern and display cases filled with antique children's toys, old hairbrushes and beautifully painted dishes, reminders of an era gone by."

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"Exploring an urban archaeological site at El Zanjón de Granados Touring this one-of-a-kind urban villa and archaeological site allows a unique insight into the city's history. The beautifully restored urban mansion was once the residence of a wealthy Spanish family; they fled for higher ground when yellow fever struck San Telmo, and the abandoned building later served as tenement housing for countless immigrant families. When a new buyer purchased the property in 1985, he discovered layers of historical objects in the subterranean tunnels. Today, knowledgeable local guides take small groups through the grand villa and its underground maze, pointing out the old water cistern and display cases filled with antique children's toys, old hairbrushes and beautifully painted dishes, reminders of an era gone by."

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karlee blackburn

Google
A highlight of our time in BA! Incredible restoration of a building with such rich and layered history that you would never have known without going on the tour. We had Martín as our guide who was incredibly knowledgeable and kept the group entertained. We just wished we could have stayed longer after the tour to take in all the historical photos and information dotted throughout

S HR

Google
This is a great cultural spot if you are looking for a historical tour of the San Telmo area. It is right in the middle of the action, but you lo be we are it in you aren’t looking. We had a great time, learned a lot, and loved the ghost stories. They offer tours in English.

Dany Le Goaix

Google
Interesting for the engineers and archeologists in the family. The tour guides weave an interesting historical narrative but it’s still narrow in scope where they found the remnants of the first water sewer in this neighborhood. Not as interesting as we thought it would be.

David Pritchard

Google
This is a fascinating museum and we had a wonderful guide Eugenia. So much information about one house and she also answered our many questions. Definitely worth a visit if you are in BA

Jason Caballero

Google
I had an incredible experience visiting El Zanjón in Buenos Aires! Our guide, Martín, did a fantastic job of bringing the history of this remarkable house and the city to life. His passion for the stories of Buenos Aires’ past, combined with his deep knowledge of every detail of the house’s restoration and historical significance, made the tour truly unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city — it’s a fascinating journey through time, and Martín made it even more special. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

Bridge T

Google
Paid 33K Ars as a foreigner but it was totally worth it, especially when the guide Eugenia was really good. She speaks very good English and explains the history of the houses really well. She always check-in with us if we have questions. Really good experience to see the condition and understand the history of the old houses of Buenas Aires. And the mystery tunnels 'WOW'

Elvira R

Google
We loved it, our guide Victoria was very knowledgeable and she answered all our questions. The sense of stepping into this period of the history of Buenos Aires makes you realize how valuable was the restoration of this property that, otherwise might have been lost forever.

Krystyna Williamson

Google
A fascinating and informative voyage into the past and the development of the area. Wait times are based on the tour schedules. Entrance with tour groups only.