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Rio Downtown Free Tour: Special Treasures of the City

9.9 (15)

Discover Rio’s vibrant downtown on this free walking tour! Join us to explore hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and stories that reveal the city’s rich history, culture, and everyday life. Don't miss it!

Provided by Eduardo Perez

3 hours

9:00 AM

3 hours

9:00 AM

From €0 Tip based

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Rio Downtown Free Tour: A Journey through History, Art, and Culture

9.8 (69)

Join us and discover the heart of Rio! Stroll through historic streets, admire stunning architecture, and explore iconic churches, museums, and monuments. Experience the vibrant culture where past and present meet in the lively downtown.

Provided by Eduardo Perez

4 hours

1:00 PM

4 hours

1:00 PM

From €0 Tip based

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Santa Teresa & Selarón Stairway Bohemian Experience

9.9 (39)

Join us to explore Santa Teresa, Rio’s bohemian heart! Discover its artistic streets, vibrant culture, and stunning hilltop views of Guanabara Bay. Stroll through this charming neighborhood and end at the iconic Selarón Stairway. Don’t miss it!

Provided by Eduardo Perez

4 hours

1:00 PM

4 hours

1:00 PM

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Free Tour Downtown Rio de Janeiro

9.4 (1,234)

Join our top-rated Rio de Janeiro walking tour! Discover the city's rich history through the streets of the Historic Center. Embark on an informative and fun journey with us!

Provided by Rio Free Walking Tour

3 hours

9:30 AM

3 hours

9:30 AM

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Free Tour of Downtown Rio de Janeiro

9.3 (2,325)

Discover the best way to get to know Rio de Janeiro. Our free tour will show you that Rio de Janeiro is much more than beaches, carnivals, and caipirinhas. Join us to explore its hidden charms and immerse yourself in its unique energy. Do not miss it

Provided by Free Walker Tours

2h 30min

10:30 AM, 3:00 PM

2h 30min

10:30 AM, 3:00 PM

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Free Small Africa Tour Rio de Janeiro

8.9 (1,138)

Discover the history and culture of Little Africa in Rio with our free tour! Explore landmarks such as Cais do Valongo and Pedra do Sal, immersing yourself in the African roots that shaped the city. Experience a journey that connects past and present

Provided by Rio Free Walking Tour

2h 15min

2:30 PM

2h 15min

2:30 PM

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Free Tour: African Resistance & Culture in Brazil

9.5 (2,102)

Discover with us on this unique walking tour the most important places in the history of black resistance, an immersion in Afro-Brazilian culture, gastronomy, and customs. Don't miss it!

Provided by Free Walker Tours

2h 30min

10:30 AM, 3:00 PM

2h 30min

10:30 AM, 3:00 PM

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Tour of Rocinha Favela in Rio de Janeiro

9.9 (52)

A different and original experience with a mix of professionalism and personal touch. Join me on an unforgettable trip to the largest Favela in Brazil. Through alleys and streets, learn about history and social culture.

Provided by Luiz

1h 45min

10:00 AM

1h 45min

10:00 AM

From €27.00

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Day Trips

Rio de Janeiro City Tour

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Explore Rio de Janeiro's most famous sights such as Christ the Redeemer, Santa Teresa, the Cathedral, the Lapa Staircase and Sugarloaf Mountain. The best way to get to know this extraordinary city.

Provided by Be a Local Tours

5 hours

11:30 AM

5 hours

11:30 AM

From €75.00

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Angra dos Reis: A Unique Tour in Paradise

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Set sail on a pirate adventure! Join a lively tour through Angra dos Reis featuring music, a water slide, and snorkeling. Explore the Blue Lagoon and Botinas Islands with a buffet lunch included. The most energetic sea tour in Brazil!

Provided by Rio40 Graus Turismo

10 hours

8:00 AM, 9:30 PM

10 hours

8:00 AM, 9:30 PM

From €50.00

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10,410 Reviews in Rio de Janeiro

"Un recorrido sobre los orígenes y la identidad"

Pedro gave us a tour with great knowledge and enthusiasm, showing a lot of passion and dedication. This tour is essential for understanding the history of the Afro-Brazilian community, its...

"Great tour with Eduardo!"

Our free walking tour was incredibly interesting and highly recommended! Our guide, Eduardo, was incredibly helpful, friendly, and really took his time with us. You could immediately tell that he...

"Lara y Lisandro"

What a wonderful tour! Eduardo is a genius. He knows so much and takes the time to explain everything so clearly! He took us to places we would never have discovered without him. 10/10

"Visita por el centro de Rio el 14/04/26"

The guide provided excellent service; his expertise was evident, and he always kept our safety in mind. Thank you very much.

"Rio's historic center"

We had a wonderful and super informative tour of the historic center of Rio today! We were absolutely thrilled by Eduardo's knowledge and his enthusiasm to share it with us. He made us see all...

"Great tour"

Great tour with Victória! Thank you for sharing your knowledges about Rio with your natural joy.

"Walking tour with Bruno"

This walking tour was impressive. We learned a lot about Rio and its connection with African culture from the past and until now. Bruno told us a lot of information with enthusiasm which made the...

"Wonderful Afternoon"

Eduardo was a great guide! He showed me places in Rio that I wouldn't have gotten to if it weren't for the tour

"Rio de Janerio"

We often liked to explore places by ourselves but we were limited by time. The walking tour with our knowledgeable and friendly guide was a very efficient way to visit the places of interest in a...

"African Resistance & Culture in Brazil"

Pedro was super knowledgeable and enthusiastic! Enjoyed the tour and recommend to everyone

"Deep dive into history"

Great tour and very knowledgeable guide! Thank you!

"superbe"

Very nice and informative tour, that goes off the beaten track of Santa Teresa. This is more than a traditional tour. I had done the stairs on my own and got some additional infos on the tour...

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