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Rio Downtown Free Tour: A Journey through History, Art, and Culture
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Provided by:
Eduardo Perez
Duration
4 hours
Meeting point
convento do Carmo
Languages
English, Portuguese
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From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
We will start at Praça XV, next to the Guanabara Bay, where the Portuguese colonial government was located. When the Portuguese crown and its court arrived, the empire established its headquarters there. We will walk through streets full of history and legends, passing by Candelária Church, Presidente Vargas Avenue, and even some Olympic echoes. We will also visit São Bento Monastery and Praça Mauá, where classic and modern architecture coexist in harmony. From there, we can have just a glance at the "Little Africa". Then, we can take the VLT (a modern tram) to reach Largo da Carioca or Cinelândia, and we will end in the Confiteria Colombo, where you can stay and have a Brazilian coffee. The tour will last approximately four hours, covering around 3 km, so comfortable shoes or sneakers are strongly recommended. If bringing children, keep in mind that the walking may be too much for them. For babies, a stroller or similar may be necessary.
Although we will be shaded by buildings and trees during the tour, there will be areas with direct sun exposure. We recommend bringing sunscreen, hats, and other sun protection. Toilet stops will be available at some points.
Although we will be shaded by buildings and trees during the tour, there will be areas with direct sun exposure. We recommend bringing sunscreen, hats, and other sun protection. Toilet stops will be available at some points.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Not allowed
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This activity includes:
- Biblioteca Nacional de Registro de Obras
- Statue General Osorio
- Mosteiro de São Bento
- Chafariz do Mestre Valentim
- Praça Mauá
- Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Candelária
- Central Bank of Brazil
- Carioca Clock
- Museu Nacional de Belas Artes
- Imperial Palace Cultural Center
- Arco do Teles
- Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)
- Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Lapa dos Mercadores
- Praça XV de Novembro
- Federal Justice Cultural Center
- Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro
- Palácio Tiradentes
- Official Guide
Our Guides
Eduardo Perez
On arrival
We will meet on the other side of the street of the Imperial Palace, in the entry of the Carmo Carmelites Convent.
Things to note
Wear comfortable shoes or sneakers for walking. Don't forget your sunscreen and hat. A bottle of water is recommended to keep you hydrated along the way.
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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