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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
It’s time to explore the docks and the ‘Little Africa’ region. Learn the history of slavery and the impact and legacy of Afro culture on Brazilian identity. Visit the places where the samba became popular, the African religions started to spread.
What's included
Tour Guide
Transportation
Food and Drinks
Tickets for the optional visit to Instituto dos Pretos Novos
What to expect
Statue of General Osorio
Pass by
Estátua do General Osorio, Praça XV, Meeting Point
Boulevard Olimpico
30m
Corridor built for the Olympics where the old port area used to be in colonial times.
Maua Square
20m
Square next to the Port, where the Museum of Tomorrow and the Rio Art Museum are located.
Igreja de Sao Francisco da Prainha
20m
Area of a former beach that was buried, now a stronghold of local bars.
Pedra do Sal
15m
Historic site where the Carnaval and some African religions started to spread.
Cais do Valongo
20m
The docks where the African slaves used to arrive in the 1800s.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
In front of the Statue of General Osório
End point
The last wharf of disembark of slaves in Rio
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
