Rio de Janeiro Food Tour with Francesca in Santa Teresa

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Join Francesca, your “Tropicaliana” guide, for a delicious and fun journey through one of Rio’s most charming neighborhoods! Together, you’ll explore its hidden corners and vibrant food scene while tasting some of the flavors that make Brazilian cuisine so special.

Expect authentic places, delicious food, Brazilian drinks, curious stories and plenty of laughs along the way! With Francesca, the fun is guaranteed! She’ll bring her Italian passion for food, her tropical Brazilian energy and lots of good vibes to make this an experience to remember.

The tour is available in four different options: with or without the historic tram ride, and with or without alcoholic drinks. A vegetarian option is also available.

You’ll leave with your stomach full of delicious Brazilian food, your mind full of beautiful memories, and hopefully a little piece of Santa Teresa in your heart.

Come hungry, come curious, and get ready to discover Santa Teresa with Francesca, your Tropicaliana!

Options

Rio de Janeiro Food Tour with Francesca – Flavors of Santa Teresa
Without bondinho (yellow tram)

Without bondinho (yellow tram): This options starts from Largo dos Guimarães (in front of the Cine Santa Teresa) and it does not include the yellow tram.

With Alcoholic Drinks

With Drinks : There are three typical brazilian alcoholic drinks included.

Vegetarian Menu

Vegetarian Menu: Vegetarian options will be indicated by the Tour Guide

What's included

  • The tickets of the yellow tram or Uber to reach Santa Teresa are included
  • All the food and cocktails included in the tour
  • All the drinks NOT included in the tour
  • All the food NOT included in the tour
  • The Transportation to away from Santa Teresa is not included.

What to expect

  1. Bondinho de Santa Teresa
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Hop aboard Rio’s iconic yellow tram and enjoy one of the most charming ways to reach Santa Teresa!

    Travel through the historic streets of Rio’s city center and cross the spectacular Lapa Arches, a former 18th-century aqueduct that has become one of the city’s most famous landmarks. As the tram climbs towards Santa Teresa, you’ll experience one of Rio’s most unique and authentic journeys while enjoying the changing scenery from the city center to the bohemian hills of the neighborhood.

    Your tram ticket is included in the experience, so all you have to do is sit back, enjoy the ride and take in the views.

    Please note that the tram may occasionally be closed due to operational reasons. If this happens, Francesca will arrange an Uber to take the group safely and comfortably up to Santa Teresa, so the experience can continue without interruption.
  2. Arcos da Lapa
    Pass by
    You’ll have the opportunity to cross the Lapa Arches and see them from the tram! The Arches are a former 18th-century aqueduct that has become one of the city’s most famous landmarks.
  3. The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
    Pass by
    As the ride begins, you’ll see the Cathedral of São Sebastião on your right — a modern and iconic landmark of Rio de Janeiro, famous for its striking pyramid-shaped architecture and impressive stained-glass windows.
  4. Santa Teresa
    3h
    Santa Teresa has a unique atmosphere that feels worlds away from the busy streets of downtown. Once home to wealthy families, the neighborhood gradually became a haven for artists, musicians and writers, transforming it into the bohemian and creative heart of Rio.
    Today, Santa Teresa is known for its vibrant artistic scene, colorful streets, studios, galleries, street art and live music. But there is another side of the neighborhood waiting to be discovered: its food scene.

    Away from the most touristy areas, Santa Teresa is home to charming local restaurants, traditional bars, artisan bakeries and creative kitchens where Brazilian flavors meet contemporary influences.

    During the tour, you’ll discover some of these hidden culinary gems while tasting traditional Brazilian specialties and drinks — experiencing Santa Teresa not just through its art and history, but through its flavors too.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of Banco do Brasil, really close to the tram station

End point

The tour ends in Santa Teresa, at the restaurant called Bonde Boca

Additional information

  • 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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