To escape summer heat of hectic Buenos Aires, just take a breath of fresh air, and enjoy slower pace of life, a day trip to Tigre Delta is a pleasant, and cheap adventure from Buenos Aires any type of travelers will enjoy.
I have been to Tigre twice and I would go back any time!
It is one of my favorite destinations close to the city and I absolutely love the atmosphere, river rides and how green it is. Well, if I am being completely honest…I just love train rides 🤪 so you can take me anywhere on a train, I will be a happy pup.
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The Best Time To Visit Tigre
I visited Tigre two different times, both in Argentinian summer, once in January (2026), and once in February (2023).
I think, cooler summer days when forecast says there is a 40-50 percent chance of rain are the best to take a day trip to Tigre Delta from Buenos Aires to enjoy the nature but without that many people.
If you woke up and there is no sign of rain, take your chances. There will be less heat, fewer crowds on train AND to get a boat ride ticket.
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How to get to Tigre from Buenos Aires and back
Two ways to get to Tigre delta from Buenos Aires by train:
1) train from Retiro to Tigre main station. I did this my frist time and it was pretty straightforward and uneventful. Be mindful around Retiro, it doesn’t have the reputation of the safest area BUT I never had an issue.
2) train from Retiro or anywhere on its route around Palermo or Recoleta or Belgrano R (the line to Mitre) to Bartolome Mitre than change to Tren de la Costa and arrive to Delta station in Tigre (15 min from the Tigre station) – more scenic, I chose this to go from Palermo to Tigre.
Car/taxi/bus also possible but I love trains so I didn’t even consider alternatives 😅 It will also be rather pricey.
Train ride is about 560 ARS (38 cents) in 2026 but prices can change due to the inflation.
To get back on Tren de la Costa you need to catch the last train at about 3.20 PM but trains from the main station run till 9 PM.
Tren la Costa makes stops so you can save it for later to go and have lunch by the water some other time (stations Las Barrancas or Juan Anchonerra)
Tigre River Boat Rides
Walk to the river and buy tickets for a boat ride: with cash I paid 9,000 ARS (6 USD) per person. Cashless – 10,000 ARS (~7 USD).
I do not buy my tickets at the busy main station (you can get transfers to beaches/islands there), I go way past it to the quiet end of the promenade and buy my tour at a booth across the street from Delos Coffee house (Google Pin). This is also where I wait, while having a cup of coffee, for my boarding time 🙂
Once you get your ticket you will know what time you need to be back to board.
Come on time but be prepared to wait a little to be seated. The boats all look quite the same (all clean and well maintened, at least those I had).
Where to sit? Along the windows, of course! However, to be fair, your neck will be pretty upset with you as you will be turned all the way. If there are not many people you can sit in the middle, but best photos and videos will be from the window-se bench.
It takes about 1-1.5 hrs to make a small loop around small rivers and creeks.
The boats are equipped with a recorde audio guide in English and Spanish and it shares some cool facts about the area, things you will see along the way, and daily life of those Argentinians who live in the river delta.
You will see SO many cute houses along the river, shopping boat, church, school, and even a historic building – residence of one of the former presidents.
Once you’re back, grab a bite, there are dozens of cafes from McDonald’s to fancy places.
If you are not goinig back to Buenos Aires jsut yet, I recommend getting on the other side of the bridge in Tigre town and walking along the promenade all the way to the Art Museum.
You will have a pit stop to eat along the way. I had a lunch with a friend at an Argentinian-Italian restaurant called TBC and had a splendid time.
More Things To Do In Tigre After The Boat Ride
1) Town center: just explore by walking and feeling the atmosphere.
2) Visit century old rowing clubs or even sign up for a class. Club Cannotieri Italiani does guided tours. The building is GORGEOUS. Buenos Aires rowing club is also stunning but not open to public.
3) Naval Museum for everyone interested in ships and history. I haven’t been but I’ve heard good things about it. Google Pin
4) Walk along the river bank till Art Museum (Museo de Arte de Tigre). Absolutely worth it to get a guided tour.
Beautiful artworks and history and views from the second floor terrace. The museum is quiet small, but it is perfect as you will be already tired after the boat tour and a walk here. Entrance fee is ARS 7,650 (about 5 USD). Google Pin
5) for active people: you can go kayaking on the river! It can be a simple ride or it can be a whole day planned activity with BBQ on the river islands!
6) If you’re traveling with kids you should visit Tigre’s theme park Parque de la Costa and a huge market with foods next to it (Portal de Puerto). This activity on GetYourGuide even includes transfer from Buenos Aires and back:
Google Pin. Cost is about 15 USD per person, parking is paid separately.
Tips For Visiting Tigre on a Day Trip from Buenos Aires
- Wear comfortable shoes if you want to explore the town – you can easily walk 20,000 steps here!
- Bring cash. It is cheaper to pay for boat ride in cash and I assume it will be the case with other activities. Plus, it is always a surprise to learn how much money you will be charged if paying by card as peso fluctuates a lot and banks install their own rates (plus international fees)
- Keep your eyes on the time and check the train schedule for the day of your visit to make sure there is no road works and when is the last train leaving from Tigre and from what station (Tigre Delta or main station Estacion Tigre). Taxi will be very expensive.
- If you have time on your way back, hop off the train at San Isidro and walk 10 minutes from the station to marvel at one of most beautiful cathedrals with a small park in front of it and a coffee shop. The area behind the station is an interesting shoppin plaza, too, but when I visited it looked abandonded.
If you have visited Tigre, what was your impression? Did you like it? Please, let me know!
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