Modern Architecture Full-day Tour in Rio with Transfer

Duration8h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 100 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Embark on a tour to see the top modern architectural symbols of Rio. Starting with hotel pickup, we take you on an unforgettable cultural and historic tour.
The South Zone of Rio is famous for the long shore and sunny beaches. It is also a place full of landmarks of modern architecture. We can see them by strolling through the Ipanema and the Copacabana Beach. Listen to the tour guide instructions to identify the iconic buildings. We continue the tour to the Parque Guinle to see a different example of modern architecture. Then, we go to the Feira de São Cristóvão. We stop for lunch (not included) to recharge our batteries. Take your time relaxing and taking pictures.
After lunch, we head to the Pedregulho, a former housing project in Rio. Then, we finish in Downtown to compare the diverse styles of modern architecture.
At the end, we return to the hotel.

What's included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch
Entrance to the Feira de São Cristóvão (approx. 5 BRL)
Entrance to the MAM - Museum of Modern Art (approx. 20 BRL).

What to expect

Copacabana Beach
30m

Admire the sidewalks and the buildings all around. We do not stop for swimming. We focus on the architecture aspects around us.
30m

We stop in front of the hotel to pay attention to the architecture of this beautiful modern building.
SESC Copacabana
30m

The SESC Copacabana is a precious hidden architectural modern building that people take for granted. Most people never stop in front of it to admire its shape.
Pass by

As we stroll through the Copacabana beach, we stop in front of the Museu da Imagem e do Som. It is still under construction, but we can appreciate the modern style of the building.
Guinle Park
30m

From Copacabana, we go to Laranjeiras, a different neighborhood in Rio. We pass through the gate and admire the trees, the pound and the flowers in the area.
Feira de Sao Cristovao
2h · Admission ticket not included

From Laranjeiras, we go to the Feira de São Cristóvão. Admire the interesting shape of the Feira de São Cristóvão. Stop for a quick bite (not included).
30m

Admire the architecture of this building created during the modernization of the docks in Rio.
Palacio Capanema
30m · Admission ticket not included

Located in Downtown Rio, the Capanema building is a beautiful example of modern art.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
30m

The shape of the cathedral makes it so unique when compared to other churches in the city.
30m · Admission ticket not included

Take pictures outside of the Museum of Modern Art. This is the last stop. You may stay here and purchase a ticket to enter the Museum (not included).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If you do not provide us the pickup location at the time of booking and you do not inform us about it later, we will assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).

End point

If you do not provide us the pickup location at the time of booking and you do not inform us about it later, we will assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).

Pickup details

Pickup available for selected hotels in Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Centro.
Contact us 24hrs prior to departure to inform the hotel location and to confirm pickup time.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reduced mobility or Wheelchair must be informed in advance and it is subject to availability.must be informed in advance.
Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for this tour.
Children under the age of 4 are complimentary and they must sit on their parent’s lap in the transfer vehicle.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Non refundable in case of bad weather.
ID or copy is mandatory - including children.
Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.

Cancellation policy

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

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