Audio Guide of the Draghi Museum and Workshop

The Draghi Museum and Workshop is generally open from Wednesday to Sunday and on public holidays, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. I recommend confirming exact hours and any changes on the official San Antonio de Areco tourism website or by calling directly. It is located at 387 Lavalle Street, very close to the main square, so it is easy to reach on foot from the town center. For more details, visit the San Antonio de Areco tourism office.

Admission to the Draghi Museum and Workshop is free of charge. You can enjoy the exhibition of traditional Creole silverwork and the workshop atmosphere at no cost. Although entry is free, making a purchase or enjoying some of their offerings is always welcome as a way to support their invaluable work.

To fully enjoy the Draghi Museum and Workshop, admire the silverwork, and immerse yourself in the family history, I suggest allowing between 45 minutes and 1 hour. If you are interested in craftsmanship or would like to interact with the silversmiths if they are working, you may want to stay a little longer.

The Draghi Museum and Workshop is a living legacy of Argentine Creole silverwork, with a tradition that goes back to the Draghi family in the early 20th century. It is a space that not only displays pieces of immense artistic and historical value, but also keeps the ancestral silversmithing technique alive, forming a fundamental part of local gaucho identity. You can learn more in this video about the Draghi tradition.

Any time is a good time to visit, but if you are looking for a quieter experience with fewer visitors, I recommend going on a weekday morning. If you want to see the silversmiths working live, it is best to visit in the afternoon on business days, although this is not guaranteed. Spring and autumn also offer very pleasant weather to enjoy San Antonio de Areco.

The Draghi Museum and Workshop is an adapted historic building and is generally considered accessible since it is on the ground floor, although it is wise to confirm whether ramps are available at all transitions or whether there are any level changes inside the workshop by contacting the venue directly. I suggest reaching out to the museum for precise accessibility information, as details may vary.

The Draghi Museum and Workshop is located in the historic center, very close to Ruiz de Arellano Square, Saint Anthony of Padua Parish Church, and the Ricardo Güiraldes Gaucho Museum. You can also stroll across the Old Bridge and enjoy the riverside promenade. Everything is within a short distance, making it ideal for a walking tour.

Absolutely! Take your time to observe the details of each piece and, if you find the silversmiths at work, do not hesitate to ask them questions. They are very friendly and happy to share their knowledge. Take the opportunity to buy a unique piece as a souvenir or gift, and consider exploring the other attractions in the historic center of San Antonio de Areco. Do not forget to bring your camera—the silverwork is spectacular!