Rio Downtown Free Tour: A Journey through History, Art, and Culture

Join us and discover the heart of Rio! Stroll through historic streets, admire stunning architecture, and explore iconic churches, museums, and monuments. Experience the vibrant culture where past and present meet in the lively downtown.

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Things to do Rio Downtown Free Tour: A Journey through History, Art, and Culture

We will start at Praça XV, next to the Guanabara Bay, where the Portuguese colonial government was located. When the Portuguese crown and its court arrived, the empire established its headquarters there. We will walk through streets full of history and legends, passing by Candelária Church, Presidente Vargas Avenue, and even some Olympic echoes. We will also visit São Bento Monastery and Praça Mauá, where classic and modern architecture coexist in harmony. From there, we can have just a glance at the "Little Africa". Then, we can take the VLT (a modern tram) to reach Largo da Carioca or Cinelândia, and we will end in the Confiteria Colombo, where you can stay and have a Brazilian coffee. The tour will last approximately four hours, covering around 3 km, so comfortable shoes or sneakers are strongly recommended. If bringing children, keep in mind that the walking may be too much for them. For babies, a stroller or similar may be necessary. Although we will be shaded by buildings and trees during the tour, there will be areas with direct sun exposure. We recommend bringing sunscreen, hats, and other sun protection. Toilet stops will be available at some points.

Included

Biblioteca Nacional de Registro de Obras
Statue General Osorio
Mosteiro de São Bento
Chafariz do Mestre Valentim
Praça Mauá
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Candelária
Central Bank of Brazil
Carioca Clock
Museu Nacional de Belas Artes
Imperial Palace Cultural Center
Arco do Teles
Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB)
Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Lapa dos Mercadores
Praça XV de Novembro
Federal Justice Cultural Center
Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro
Palácio Tiradentes
Official Guide

Meeting point

convento do Carmo

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