Argentine Football Graffiti of Messi and Maradona Tour

Our service begins at our offices in San Telmo. From there, just a few blocks away, you'll find three stunning murals close to each other. During the tour, your guide will answer any questions and assist with photos.

10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

One of the highlights of our tour in San Telmo is the captivating graffiti of Lionel Messi making the famous "Topo Gigio" gesture. This mural is a striking piece of street art that captures a memorable moment in Messi's illustrious career. Visitors will not only get to admire this artwork up close but also learn about the context and significance of the gesture from our knowledgeable guide. The mural is part of a trio in close proximity, including other football legends, making it a perfect starting point for our graffiti tour.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Among the remarkable street art in San Telmo is a striking mural of Diego Maradona carrying a football as if it were the sun. This captivating piece symbolizes Maradona's immense impact on the world of football and his status as a legendary figure in Argentina.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

One of the memorable highlights of our San Telmo graffiti tour is the mural featuring Ángel Di María celebrating with his iconic heart gesture. This piece of street art is a vibrant tribute to one of Argentina's beloved football stars and his signature celebration. Ángel Di María is well-known for forming a heart with his hands after scoring a goal, a gesture dedicated to his loved ones, particularly his daughter. This heartfelt celebration has resonated with fans worldwide, symbolizing love, gratitude, and the joy of scoring for his team. Visitors will have the opportunity to see this mural up close, take photos, and learn more about the context and meaning behind Di María's celebration from our knowledgeable guide. This mural is part of a trio in close proximity, which also includes murals of Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the world of Argentine football legends.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Experience the dynamic energy of Argentine football culture with Martín Ron's mesmerizing mural depicting Lionel Messi's iconic celebration against Mexico in the World Cup. Vibrant colors and intricate details bring Messi's moment of triumph to life on the streets of Buenos Aires, capturing the essence of national pride and sporting excellence. Don't miss this captivating tribute to one of football's greatest stars in the heart of Argentina's bustling urban landscape.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

on a journey through football history as we visit the largest mural of Diego Maradona in the world, created by the same artist behind Messi's iconic mural, Martín Ron. This monumental artwork pays homage to the legendary Argentine football icon, capturing his spirit and impact on the sport in vibrant detail.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Argentinos Juniors, the Buenos Aires-based football club, pays tribute to its legendary player Diego Maradona through murals surrounding the Estadio Diego Armando Maradona. These artworks depict pivotal moments from Maradona's career, serving as a visual journey through his life and achievements. Created by local artists, these murals celebrate Maradona's enduring influence on Argentine football and his status as a national hero. Visitors to the stadium can immerse themselves in Maradona's story through these striking artworks, ensuring his legacy continues to inspire future generations.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The "La Tierra de D10S" mural, which translates to "The Land of D10S" (combining the Spanish word for God, "Dios," with the number 10, famously associated with Diego Maradona), is a remarkable homage to the football legend located in Buenos Aires. Created by talented Argentine street artist Andrés Iglesias, widely known as "Cobre," this mural stands as a monumental tribute to Maradona's legacy.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

After our visit to the Maradona mural, we will continue our journey to another significant destination: Maradona's first home in the Paternal neighborhood of Buenos Aires. This modest dwelling serves as a poignant symbol of the football icon's humble beginnings, offering visitors a glimpse into the environment that shaped Maradona's character and the resilience that propelled him to greatness.

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

After visiting La Paternal, the car will take us to the Palermo neighborhood, which despite being more modern, is no less important. Here, we will see graffiti that already includes the 2022 Argentine National Team, such as Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez's save in one of the final plays before the penalty shootout, or a mural depicting the moment when Lionel Messi lifts the trophy with the team. We will also pass by a bar whose facade is painted by the three captains of the World Cup-winning team in 1978, 1986, and 2022: Daniel Passarella, Diego Maradona, and Lionel Messi. After walking this route and as a way to conclude the tour, we will go for a snack at a café in the Palermo neighborhood (snack included) around 5:00 PM.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free