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Explore Little Africa : Unveiling Afro Heritage in Rio de Janeiro
$124.82
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Little Africa Tour in Rio de Janeiro offers an immersive journey into Afro-Brazilian heritage, highlighting significant sites of Black history that were once overlooked. This experience reveals the profound influence of the Black community on Brazil's culture and identity.
- 🌍 Visit Valongo Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest slave port in the Americas, crucial for understanding Brazil's history.
- 🎶 Explore Pedra do Sal, the birthplace of Samba, where the Black community reshaped its identity and cultural expression.
- 🏛️ Discover the Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos, an archaeological site offering insights into Afro-Brazilian history.
- 📜 Enjoy an external visit to Matriz da Paroquia de Santa Rita, learning about its cultural and heritage significance.
- 🚋 Experience local transport during the walking tour with VLT Modal Transport, ensuring a smooth journey.
- ✨ Engage with a knowledgeable English-speaking human tour guide who shares a decolonial narrative throughout the experience.
- 🍽️ Lunch is included, allowing you to savor Afro-Brazilian cuisine during the tour.
- 💼 Small group sizes create an intimate atmosphere, fostering meaningful connections and discussions.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessibility ensures that everyone can partake in this enriching experience.
- 💡 All fees and taxes are included in the price, providing transparency in your booking.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Meet us at Little Africa Tour
Duration: 3 hours: The tour takes 3h30 minutes approximately.
Muhcab; Saltstone; Valongo: (The New Black Institute is closed on Sundays)
VLT Modal Transport: Includes local transport during the walking tour.
Does not include transport to the meeting point.
Ticket: Entrance ticket for The New Black Institute
Duration: 3 hours: The tour takes 3h30 minutes approximately.
Muhcab; Saltstone; Valongo: (The New Black Institute is closed on Sundays)
VLT Modal Transport: Includes local transport during the walking tour.
Does not include transport to the meeting point.
Ticket: Entrance ticket for The New Black Institute
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Ticket for The New Black Institute.
- All Fees and Taxes
- Tips
- Lunch
Meeting point
In front of Santa Rita Church. Our guides will wait for you for up to 20 minutes. They will be wearing our royal blue t-shirt. If you are running late, contact us immediately via WhatsApp : + 55 21 97949 - 5085. If transport is included in your package, please provide your hotel address after booking.
Return details
The tour ends at Largo da Prainha. It includes a short ride on the VLT public transport, which is already included in the final price. Please note that:
- On Sundays, the New Black Institute is closed.
- From 16th December to 5th January, and during Carnival season, all the museums will be closed.
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Matriz da Paroquia de Santa RitaExternal visit with cultural and heritage-based content about the historical Menu publisher. Decolonial narrative.
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Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPNExternal visit to this archaeological Menu publisher. The Institute for Research and Memory of the Pretos Novos is a Brazilian institution located in the city of Rio de Janeiro.
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Territory Museum focused on Afro-Brazilian history and culture in the Gamboa region.
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Cais do ValongoThe Valongo Wharf is a former wharf located in Rio de Janeiro’s port district, between the present-day Coelho and Castro and Sacadura Cabral streets.
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Pedra do SalExternal visit. Pedra do Sal is a historical and religious landmark located in the Saúde neighborhood, near Largo da Prainha.
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External visit to the square, formerly a symbolic territory of Little Africa marked by Black presence and the zungus, and today considered one of the coolest places by Time Out.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Explore Little Africa : Unveiling Afro Heritage in Rio de Janeiro
$124.82
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!