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Free Tour of Downtown Rio de Janeiro
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Duration
2h 30min
Meeting point
Largo da Carioca
Languages
English, Portuguese
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From €0
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Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
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Overview
The best way to see Rio de Janeiro!!
Far beyond the beaches and Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro holds deep layers of history, memory, and identity in its historic downtown. On this free walking tour, guided by passionate local experts, you’ll explore cultural landmarks while retracing Brazil’s journey step by step through multiple perspectives. You’ll form a unique connection with the city and its history, one that would be impossible to achieve without a guide.
During this 3-hour free walking tour, we see the most important city center sights in Rio, such as the Municipal Theater and Colombo Bakery. At the same time, we will tell you about Brazilian history in a casual, interactive, and entertaining way.
More than just a tour, this experience is an invitation to reflection and belonging. You’ll reinterpret Brazil’s history, uncover layers often left out of schoolbooks, and rebuild an emotional connection with the urban landscape. The tour offers a perspective on the city that blends the old and the new, connecting collective and individual memories, and revealing a Rio that speaks to you through every detail, its streets, monuments, and people.
Far beyond the beaches and Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro holds deep layers of history, memory, and identity in its historic downtown. On this free walking tour, guided by passionate local experts, you’ll explore cultural landmarks while retracing Brazil’s journey step by step through multiple perspectives. You’ll form a unique connection with the city and its history, one that would be impossible to achieve without a guide.
During this 3-hour free walking tour, we see the most important city center sights in Rio, such as the Municipal Theater and Colombo Bakery. At the same time, we will tell you about Brazilian history in a casual, interactive, and entertaining way.
More than just a tour, this experience is an invitation to reflection and belonging. You’ll reinterpret Brazil’s history, uncover layers often left out of schoolbooks, and rebuild an emotional connection with the urban landscape. The tour offers a perspective on the city that blends the old and the new, connecting collective and individual memories, and revealing a Rio that speaks to you through every detail, its streets, monuments, and people.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Largo da Carioca
- Confeitaria Colombo
- Travessa do Comércio
- Imperial Palace Cultural Center
- Palácio Tiradentes
Our Guides
Marx Castro
On arrival
Meeting point: Carioca Square (Largo da Carioca) in front of the big clock (Carioca Subway Station)
Take the metro and stop at Carioca Station (orange and green line). Choose the exit letter "C" to "Convento de Santo Antônio". You'll get to Carioca Square and see us in red T-shirts.
Things to note
More than 10 people groups: we offer private tours (booking is required)
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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