Rio de Janeiro Historical Center Walking Tour

4.5 (381 reviews) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Duration3h
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LanguagesPortuguese, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Guided tour of the historic city center.

On this tour you will be introduced to Rio de Janeiro within its historical context. Focusing on architecture and multicultural traditions, which define a unique way of being and living the "carioca".

We will walk towards the knowledge and traditions of the City. We will visit squares, churches, and historic sites. There will be the possibility of stopping for lunch, which is not included in the price of the tour. You will spend a maximum of 10 USD per person. We will pass by souvenir shops where the purchase will be optional.

We will wait for you for this adventure through the streets of Rio de Janeiro.

Options

Downtown Walking Tour

Duration: 3 hours: Option 01 - Morning Tour - Starts at 09:00 am - Ends at 12:00 pm
Option 02 - Afternoon Tour - Starts at 2:30 pm - Ends at 5:30 pm

Historical center walking tour

Walking tour.: 1st Tour - Starts at 09:00 AM - Ends at 12 NOON
2nd Tour - Starts at 02:30 PM - Ends at 05:30 PM
Duration: 3 hours
Historical Center walking tour

What's included

  • Optional. Sacred Museum of San Francisco Penitencia Entrance fee: R$ 20,00.
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch: 10 USD per person maximum

What to expect

  1. Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
    15m · Admission ticket included
    We will make a historical introduction to the square where the theater is located.
  2. Biblioteca Nacional
    Pass by
    Located next to the world theater.
  3. Escadaria Selaron
    20m
    Staircase selaron great point for shooting.
  4. Arcos da Lapa
    Pass by
    Located next to the selaron staircase. Introducing the historical context of the region.
  5. The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
    20m
    Headquarters of the Catholic Church in the municipality of Rio de Janeiro.
  6. Largo da Carioca
    20m
    Place with important historical content for the city.
  7. Praca Quinze de Novembro
    30m
    Important place. Where the Real de Portugal family resided.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Floriano Square, in front of the Municipal Theater, next to the statue of Carlos Gomes.
At 9:00 in the morning.

2:30 in the afternoon.

End point

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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