Pedra do Sal - The History of Samba (with transfer and welcome drink)

5.0 (1 reviews) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Duration4h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Let's visit this historical and cultural place where the quilombos community of Pedra do Sal is located, great samba dancers from the past such as Pixinguinha, Donga etc. gathered. The whole region is a center of valorization of black culture and is part of the so-called Little Africa. Near the samba is the Cais do Valongo (UNESCO World Heritage Site) where it was the largest place of landing and slave trade in Latin America. We will visit Casa do Nando (bar of African origins) and afterwards you will choose your welcome drink and receive the suggestion to taste the best caipirinha in the neighborhood because your guide is a place with full knowledge of the region and we will enjoy the best samba in the city.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • 1 welcome drink

What to expect

  1. Maua Square
    30m
    We will explore the surroundings of Mauá Square which includes sights such as: Museum of Tomorrow, Olympic Boulevard, Graffiti by artist Kobra.
  2. Igreja de Sao Francisco da Prainha
    40m
    We will visit a gourmert space, statue of Mercedes Batista (first black dancer of the Municipal Theater) and the house of Nando (bar of origins of African culture).
  3. Pedra do Sal
    3h
    We will enjoy the famous Pedra do Sal samba, which stands out for its historical and cultural side where the remnant quilombos community is located.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We will pick you up at your hotel.

Additional information

  • 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.

Reviews

5.0 (1)

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