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Rio Like a Local: History, Hidden Gems & Real Carioca Stories
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Provided by:
Bruno Vieira
Duration
4h 30min
Meeting point
Starbucks cinelandia 7
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
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THIS IS A TIP BASED TOUR
Tired of stuffy guidebooks and tourist traps? Ditch the crowds and discover the real Rio on a 4.5-hour walking adventure with a local.
I'm excited to share the city I love with you, filled with local secrets, fascinating stories, and hidden gems.
We'll kick off at 8:30 AM sharp at the Cinelândia Starbucks. Our journey begins in Cinelândia, and from there we'll explore iconic sights such as the vibrant Selarón Steps, the historic Arcos da Lapa Aqueduct, and the stunning Metropolitan Cathedral.
Next, we'll dive into the heart of Carioca culture, visiting the exquisite Royal Portuguese Reading Room, the serene São Francisco de Paula Church, the bustling Largo da Carioca, and the peaceful São Bento Monastery.
The adventure continues aboard the VLT as we glide past Praça Mauá and the Museum of Tomorrow before reaching Eduardo Kobra's incredible mural.
The tour concludes at Valongo Wharf, a powerful site where we'll learn about Brazil's history of slavery.
Bring comfortable shoes, water
See you soon!
THIS IS A TIP BASED TOUR
Tired of stuffy guidebooks and tourist traps? Ditch the crowds and discover the real Rio on a 4.5-hour walking adventure with a local.
I'm excited to share the city I love with you, filled with local secrets, fascinating stories, and hidden gems.
We'll kick off at 8:30 AM sharp at the Cinelândia Starbucks. Our journey begins in Cinelândia, and from there we'll explore iconic sights such as the vibrant Selarón Steps, the historic Arcos da Lapa Aqueduct, and the stunning Metropolitan Cathedral.
Next, we'll dive into the heart of Carioca culture, visiting the exquisite Royal Portuguese Reading Room, the serene São Francisco de Paula Church, the bustling Largo da Carioca, and the peaceful São Bento Monastery.
The adventure continues aboard the VLT as we glide past Praça Mauá and the Museum of Tomorrow before reaching Eduardo Kobra's incredible mural.
The tour concludes at Valongo Wharf, a powerful site where we'll learn about Brazil's history of slavery.
Bring comfortable shoes, water
See you soon!
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 2 participants to run
Children
Not suitable for young participants
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Not allowed
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This activity includes:
- Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro
- Mosteiro de São Bento
- Cinelândia
- Passeio Público
- Praça Mauá
- Royal Portuguese Reading Room
- Escadaria Selarón
- Etnias - Mural de Graffiti (Estúdio Kobra)
- Carioca Aqueduct
- Cais do Valongo
- A license tour guide
- All fares are included
Our Guides
Bruno
On arrival
We'll meet right in front of Starbucks at 8:00 AM.
I'll be sitting on the bench right in front of the Starbucks.
Things to note
Get ready to have a great day exploring this amazing city.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Cancellation policy
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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