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Ancient Rio and Santa Teresa Tour with Hotel pick-up and drop-off 20% OFF

Location Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$80
$100
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Overview

The Ancient Rio and Santa Teresa Tour offers a captivating journey through the historical center of Rio de Janeiro. This 4-hour adventure showcases stunning architecture and rich cultural heritage.

  • 🕌 Visit the Mosteiro de São Bento, a stunning example of colonial architecture that reflects Rio's rich history.
  • 🌳 Stroll through Praça XV, surrounded by significant landmarks like the Palácio Tiradentes and the Paço Imperial.
  • 🚋 Discover the charming neighborhood of Santa Teresa, famous for its early 20th-century mansions and traditional tram from 1897.
  • 🏛️ Explore the Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruinas, a cultural center honoring Laurinda Santos Lobo and showcasing local art.
  • 💧 Marvel at the Arcos da Lapa, a historic aqueduct that now serves as a vibrant transportation route for locals.
  • 📸 Capture memories at Cinelandia, a famous square surrounded by historical buildings, perfect for photographs.
  • 🎨 Appreciate the architecture of the Museu Nacional De Belas Artes, designed in 1908, though entry is not included.
  • 🎭 Admire the magnificent Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro, a key cultural venue in Brazil, known for its stunning architecture.
  • 📚 View the impressive Biblioteca Nacional, the largest library in Latin America, with a vast collection of rare books and manuscripts.
  • 🚍 Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle for transport, ensuring a pleasant journey throughout the tour.

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Ancient Rio and Santa Teresa Tour
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance to museums
  • Lunch

  • Santa Teresa
    Bucolic neighborhood, home to several painters. Admire the wonderful mansions which date back to the 20th century and be amazed at its history. The neighborhood still has the tram which was built back in 1897.
  • Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruinas
    Former home to a preeminent female art supporter, Laurinda Santos Lobo, the Parque das Ruínas is now a cultural center that keeps her legacy of supporting artists everywhere.
  • Arcos da Lapa
    It used to transport water, but now is a popular means of transportation for residents of Santa Teresa.
  • Praca Quinze de Novembro
    The square is located in the historical centre of Rio de Janeiro and is surrounded by the Palácio Tiradentes, the Legislative Assembly of Rio de Janeiro; and the Paço Imperial. The Praça XV Station is a ferry terminal servicing a number of destinations in the city of Rio de Janeiro and Niteroi
  • Arco do Teles
    Located in what was once the downtown market of the city, it has small streets and alleys full of bars and small restaurants.
  • Cinelandia
    Famous square in downtown Rio, surrounded by historical buildings with great places to take a picture.
  • Museu Nacional De Belas Artes
    Designed in 1908 by architect Adolfo Morales de los Rios to host the National School of Fine Arts, heir to the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts, this building was built during the urban modernization carried out by mayor Pereira Passos in the then Federal Capital. We do not enter, but we take time enjoying the architecture aspects of this building.
  • Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro
    Inaugurated in 1909, the Theatro Municipal is one of the most importante theaters of Brazil and Latin America. The Theatro Municipal has drawn international artists and important names from Brazilian culture, including dancers, musicians, opera singers, and performing artists. Since the 1930s, the Theatro Municipal of Rio de Janeiro has maintained its artistic independence, and is the only Brazilian institution to have its own choir, a symphony orchestra, and ballet company. We do not enter, but we take time enjoying the architecture aspects of this building.
  • Biblioteca Nacional
    The biggest library in Latin America was founded in 1810 by D. João VI, the King of Portugal. It is an imponent building with an archive of almost 9 millions items in downtown Rio that holds rare books, manuscripts, original letters written by Princess Isabel, the first newspapers printed in the country, and two copies of the precious Mainz Psalter Bible, printed in 1492. We do not enter, but we take time enjoying the architecture aspects of this building.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We contact you back in order to provide proper pickup time. Check your emails and/or cell phone.
  • If requested, you must present a copy of your ID.
  • Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended for this tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers per Minivan.
  • Minimum of 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
  • Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Ancient Rio and Santa Teresa Tour with Hotel pick-up and drop-off 20% OFF

    Location Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
    $80
    $100
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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