Duration
5 hours
Type
Specific Tour
Group Size
Max 10 people
Languages
English, Español
When one thinks of football in Argentina, it’s usually the superlásico. There are a few exceptions. However, there are parts of Argentina’s vastly diverse, sprawling capital that see this titanic clash as something of a sideshow. Across the River Riachuelo from Central Buenos Aires, in the port city of Avellaneda to the south of the capital, all that matters is their very own Clásico. At least once every year, Racing Club and Independiente do battle in El Clásico de Avellaneda, it’s one of Argentina’s most intense fixtures on the calendar. It’s a match that you need to tick off your bucket list.
The rivalry between Independiente and Racing is one of proximity. To make matters more interesting and chaotic, the team’s home stadiums are literally three blocks away from each other. It is a local derby in the truest sense. In Avellaneda, Independiente and Racing graffiti compete on the walls. There are two types of bars: Racing bars and Independiente bars. Two types of restaurants: Racing restaurants and Independiente restaurants. And two types of people: Racing fans and Independiente fans.
Experience a day with a local group of Independiente members. The stadium, which seats a maximum of 50,000 supporters, is the most family-friendly of the Buenos Aires options. This matchday includes transportation, “pre-match”, which is known as “previa” a few blocks from the stadium, eating traditional food, and drinking open tap beers.
Book this Independiente matchday experience packaged with authentic bilingual guides/fans, a pregame right outside the stadium, and transportation. Entry and a hassle-free day guaranteed!
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Argentina’s stadiums will return to 100% capacity in November 2021. We cannot guarantee that restrictions will not return but we will keep all customers up to date on any developments.
Argentina is in the process of reopening and a range of trials are underway, all of which involve checking customers vaccination status. We have linked to these requirements above. While the restrictions may ease we advise all customers looking to travel to Argentina to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Fixtures have been released however it is possible that Sunday matches will move to Saturday and vice-versa. We advise you to consider this when making your wider travel plans.
The maximum number of people the host will allow is stated above. However this number may not always be met and it may even be possible that your party is on the tour on your own. Higher numbers make for a more sociable experience, lower numbers make for more personalised attention from your host. Look at it as a win/win!
If we can accept children there will be an option in the booking flow. However for many trips our local hosts take the decision, based on the content of the tour, to open this up to adults only. If you are looking to travel with under 18’s, please feel free to contact us and we can discuss your options.
Bradley Bayliss
Independiente v Racing Club