Tango Lessons in Buenos Aires

I tell you about some of the best tango classes in Buenos Aires so that you can learn this art while you immerse yourself in the porteño culture.

Andressa García

Andressa García

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Tango Lessons in Buenos Aires

People Dancing Tango in Buenos Aires | ©Drosan Dem

Booking a tango class in Buenos Aires is a unique cultural experience that involves learning one of the most emblematic dances of the city. This is one of the best things to see and do in Buenos Aires, as you will learn tango techniques and moves.

Plus, if there is one thing you will love about this experience, it is the exciting and engaging class atmosphere. Your tango teacher will help you get to know the culture of Buenos Aires a little better and connect you with its rich tradition, making the class both educational and enriching.

Tango lesson with wine tasting and empanadas in Buenos Aires

Tango lesson| ©Constanza.CH
Tango lesson| ©Constanza.CH

During this tango lesson in Buenos Aires you will experience the combination of three Argentinean delicacies in one experience. The tango lesson lasts one hour and includes learning the basic tango moves.

The class takes place in a kind of common living quarters and you will learn the basic moves to dance tango.

Afterwards, the tasting of homemade empanadas and local wines lasts the same duration.

Details of interest

  • Price: around 45 euros.
  • Duration: 2 hours in total.
  • Means of transport: you have to get to the place on your own, so you will have to use a taxi or public transport.
  • Advantages of this option: in addition to the tango class, it includes the tasting of homemade empanadas and a tasting of national wines.
  • Disadvantages of this option: tips to the teachers are not included.

Book a tango lesson in Buenos Aires

Private tango lesson

Class sign| ©zaab70
Class sign| ©zaab70

Whether you consider yourself a beginner and need to learn the basics of tango in a relaxed atmosphere, or you are a professional dancer looking to perfect your techniques, booking this private tango class in Buenos Aires will be a good option for you.

In the middle of the class you will learn the tango steps in the company of a professional instructor, who will adapt to your dancing level and invite you to immerse yourself in the world of tango to learn a little more about its history and cultural importance in Argentina.

The class will take place in a comfortable studio and, as a beginner, you will learn basic tango steps such as the abrazo, the basic step or the ocho. After this experience you will surely enjoy much more and from a different perspective any tango show in Buenos Aires that you see during your trip.

Interesting details

  • Price: from 32 euros per person.
  • Duration: about one hour.
  • Means of transport: you will have to get there on your own, so you can take a bus or a taxi, whichever you find more comfortable.
  • Advantages of this option: the guide of a private tango teacher is included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: drinks and meals are not included.

Book a private tango lesson in Buenos Aires

Tango lesson with brunch and visit to the Tango Museum

Tango dancers| ©Tango, Milongas & Buenos aires
Tango dancers| ©Tango, Milongas & Buenos aires

This private tango experience takes place in the heart of Buenos Aires and as a participant you will have the opportunity to learn to dance like a true porteño.

Thanks to the instruction of a professional who will be with you and your group, you will learn the moves, history and cultural significance surrounding Argentine tango. After the lesson, you'll share a brunch full of good local food such as coffee, sandwiches and toast with the other participants , along with lively conversation.

After the lesson you will visit the tango museum, which is one of the best museums in Buenos Aires. Here you can learn even more about the cultural influence that tango has on Argentine society.

Interesting details

  • Price: from 40 euros per person.
  • Duration: about two hours.
  • Means of transport: you will have to get to the meeting point on your own.
  • Advantages of this option: includes brunch tasting and entrance to the tango museum in Buenos Aires.
  • Disadvantages of this option: tips and personal expenses are not included.

Book a tango lesson in Buenos Aires

Tango lesson with milonga

Tango steps| ©Wikimania2009
Tango steps| ©Wikimania2009

This experience is not only about booking a tango lesson in Buenos Aires, but also about enjoying an authentic milonga night. For this, you will be accompanied by two dancers with more than 20 years of experience in the dance.

These guides will be happy to teach you the codes, movements and the history behind the tango, which you would not know if you took any tour of Buenos Aires that told you about the history of tango. Your guides will tell you what life was like in early 20th century Buenos Aires, when tango first became popular.

The great thing about this activity is that it is a semi-private experience. You will be in the company of small groups to make the experience even more select. In addition, during the milonga you will be able to dance and share drinks.

Details of interest

  • Price: around 80 euros per person.
  • Duration: approximately 3 hours.
  • Means of transport: private transport with all comforts.
  • Advantages of this option: a welcome drink at the milonga is included. Private transport is included. Entrance to the Milonga is included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: tips and personal expenses are not included.

Book a tango lesson in Buenos Aires

Tango lessons with dinner and show at the Piazzolla Theatre

Tango at Piazzolla Tango| ©Patricio Espigares
Tango at Piazzolla Tango| ©Patricio Espigares

In this experience, besides booking tickets to see tango at Teatro Piazzolla, you will be able to live a unique night and enjoy an excellent dinner with Argentinean wine. This is one of those theatres that you should visit when you arrive in Buenos Aires, as well as the Colón Theatre.

But in this activity you will not only enjoy dancing, but you will also learn about the history and culture of tango.

At the same time, you will be able to participate in a tango class experience to learn even more about this emblematic dance.

Interesting details

  • Price: about 106 euros per person.
  • Duration: about four hours.
  • Means of transport: private transport with all comforts.
  • Advantages of this option: dinner, drinks and transfer by private car from your hotel to the centre of Buenos Aires are included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Tips are not included. Personal expenses are not included.

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Private Argentinean cooking and tango lessons in Buenos Aires

Tango show| ©deepfoto
Tango show| ©deepfoto

This experience takes you to enjoy two iconic activities in Buenos Aires in one day. First you will enter the dance floor and learn how to tango with the help of an expert guide in this sensual dance.

Afterwards, you will discover the secrets of Argentinean cuisine accompanied by a local chef and then enjoy a three-course lunch or dinner of homemade Argentinean specialities.

The most interesting thing about this experience is that it is completely personalized and, thanks to the food tasting, it can be qualified as one of the best gastronomic tours in Buenos Aires.

Interesting details

  • Price: from 171 euros per person.
  • Duration: about four and a half hours.
  • Means of transport: you will have to get to the meeting point on your own.
  • Advantages of this option: drinks and food tasting are included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Tips and transport are not included.

Tango class with preparation of cocktails and empanadas

In a tango class| ©Marta Sadowska
In a tango class| ©Marta Sadowska

On this half day tour you can book a tango class in Buenos Aires to learn the main steps of tango thanks to the professionals of this dance. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious cocktail tasting while you learn how to make authentic Argentinean empanadas.

But, as well as tasting them, you can also learn how to make some traditional cocktails during this experience.

This is an experience in which you will also get to know amazing places in Buenos Aires such as La Boca and Barracas neighbourhoods.

Interesting details

  • Price: from 65 euros per person.
  • Duration: about 3 hours to complete the experience.
  • Means of transport: you will have to travel on your own to the meeting point.
  • Advantages of this option: the tango class, the empanada preparation class and the cocktail tasting are included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: transport to and from the accommodation is not included.

Tango history tour and milonga dance lesson in Buenos Aires

People dancing tango| ©Manuel ROMARIS
People dancing tango| ©Manuel ROMARIS

Immerse yourself in the world of tango during this three and a half hour tour for a very nice experience in Buenos Aires.

At the beginning you will enjoy a snack at the legendary Café de los Angelitos, where you will learn about the history of the iconic tango singer Carlos Gardel, and then discover the Carlos Gardel Museum, which is the house where the artist lived with his mother.

Right after this tour, it will be time to put on your dancing shoes and start enjoying a fun tango "milonga" class at Club La Catedral to learn the steps of the milonga, a variant of tango, in one of the oldest and most respected dance halls in Buenos Aires.

Interesting details

  • Price: around 80 euros per person.
  • Duration: about 4 hours to complete the experience.
  • Means of transport: you will have to get to the meeting point on your own.
  • Advantages of this option: it includes the company of a professional guide, the milonga lesson, the afternoon brunch and the entrance to the Carlos Gardel Museum.
  • Disadvantages of this option: the transfer to and from the hotel or place of accommodation and tips are not included.

Book a tango lesson in Buenos Aires