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San Telmo Market

8 story sections14 min 57 s in all
History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation3:04

    Welcome to the very heart of San Telmo the oldest and most atmospheric neighborhood in Buenos Aires You are standing on Defensa Street a place where history is not found in books but in the very stones beneath your feet Built in…

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  2. 2Plaza Dorrego - Where Tango and Time Flow Together1:48

    You have arrived at Plaza Dorrego the beating heart of San Telmo and the absolute epicenter of the famous Sunday fair This historic square surrounded by colonial era mansions and timeless cafes transforms every weekend into a…

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  3. 3Gabriel del Campo - The Time Traveler's Museum1:44

    Located at Defensa 1131 Gabriel del Campo offers a surreal and immaculate experience that blurs the line between a boutique and a high end museum Entering this space feels like stepping into a perfectly staged dream of the past…

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  4. 4Buschiazzo's Masterpiece - The Aesthetic of Iron and Glass1:45

    Take a moment to look upward and admire the magnificent architectural skeleton that houses the San Telmo Market Completed in 1897 this grand structure was the vision of Juan Antonio Buschiazzo an Italian born Argentine architect…

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  5. 5Gastronomy Hub - The Flavors of Argentina1:45

    Follow the enticing aromas that drift through the markets historic aisles and you will find yourself in the heart of Buenos Aires most vibrant culinary destination In recent years the Mercado de San Telmo has transformed into a…

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  6. 6Antigüo Balcón - Finding Hidden Treasures1:43

    Tucked away inside the market at Defensa 961 Stall 90 is a tiny and enchanting shop called Antigüo Balcón Run by its delightful owner Abel Neira for over twenty years this shop offers a completely different but deeply lovely…

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  7. 7Coffee Town - Resting Under the Dome1:36

    After exploring the lively aisles find your way to the very center of the market directly beneath the grand iron dome Here you will find Coffee Town a true pioneer in the citys specialty coffee scene and a sanctuary for caffeine…

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  8. 8Closing1:32

    As your journey through the San Telmo Market comes to a close I would like to offer a few practical tips to ensure your visit ends on a perfect note Many vendors in both the permanent market and the Sunday fair strongly prefer…

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What is San Telmo Market?

San Telmo Market is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Total length14 min 57 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-34.6242, -58.3736
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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