The Ritual of Mate A Cultural Experience Argentina

Overview

50 minutes

Mobile ticket

This activity is a unique immersive experience that celebrates the Argentine tradition of mate. Under the accompaniment of a specialized sommelier, participants are taken on a sensory journey where they will taste different herbs and learn about their origin, production and the cultural identity that surrounds them. Through sensory comparisons and traditional preparation techniques, they will discover how each herb has its own distinctive flavor, creating a deep connection with the essence of Argentina.

You will know, from the beginning of the mate, why it was and is so important for part of the South American culture, its beginnings and advance in time until reaching what it is today; an infusion that transcends and crosses all Argentines.

You will have the possibility (optional) to visit and get to know the mate museum with its historical collection of mates.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

During this experience, travelers will learn to live the mate as we Argentines do. They will begin with a cultural introduction inside the Mate Museum, where they will discover why this infusion is a symbol of national identity. Then they will participate in a guided tasting of different types of yerba mate, comparing aromas, flavors and sensory profiles. A specialized sommelier will explain the production processes that influence each variety and teach the correct technique to prepare a mate : water temperature, traditional methods, weed management and ways to achieve different intensities. Participants will prepare their own matte and explore its nuances in an authentic, warm and participatory atmosphere.

Sample Menu

main

Mate.

What‘s Included

In the service included; in addition to tasting different types of yerba mate. Includes pairing with chips (cheese bread with cornstarch flour)

Includes admission to the "Museo del Mate" establishment where you can take a self-guided tour after the experience, as well as access a guided tour at additional cost.

Does not include any transportation

Tips not included

Options

In English

Duration: 50 minutes

In Spanish

Reviews

5.00

36 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Matte experience
870vales,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was very nice the experience from the moment you enter, they explain step by step the preparation procedure and the staff is very friendly.
We finally got to try Mate! 😬
Zi Rui K,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were looking for a place to try mate while in Argentina, and found it difficult to find an experience at a good price until we stumbled upon this museum. Had a great experience with Ivan who introduced to us the culture, tradition and symbolism of drinking mate and taught us how to prepare it properly. We even got to try 3 different types of mate. Truly an Argentinian experience to end our leg of the tour. 😊
Amazing experience
vivieliq,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I loved being able to have such a friendly experience towards mate! My wife and I are Ecuadorians, she studies here in Argentine and I have taken mate empirically, and we really loved having this opportunity as well as sharing with couples from other countries to share a mate! Attention and way of care was amazing very friendly, very attentive
Very informational, polite and funny. Amazing. I would totally comeback. I really like this. Like for real.
michaeloV7589JD,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very informational, polite and funny. Amazing. I would totally comeback. I really like this. Like for real. They are nice to me
Excellent experience!
sof af533,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent experience! We came with 35 students from New York and they all tried mate! Super recommended! All the excellent guides!
2 Thumbs Up
P7650XMmatthewp,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely museum with fantastic tour guides! The building is beautiful, as is the block around it. Finished with a delicious cup of mate upstairs!
A perfect immersion in the world of matte
crl930,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent experience. The staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making the visit very enjoyable. The location is very central and the place is really beautiful. The introduction to the world of mate was very complete and careful, and the tasting allowed to thoroughly appreciate this very interesting tradition. Highly recommended for those who want to learn and enjoy at the same time.
A-Mate-zing!
brittneyf388,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Definitely do the mate tasting! Helped make sense of everything below and was a neat experience for a reasonable price.
Tasting of mate
juanac2026,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The best matte experience in the world. Super recommended! We learned how to prepare the infusion correctly, and tasted three varieties of yerba mate
Best museum in Buenos Aires
Explore73054,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
One of the best experiences in Buenos Aires, you learn everything about mate and the customs. It was opened 2 years ago and not well advertised yet.

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