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From the Past to the Present: A Historical Walking Tour of Rio
Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$75.82
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Cinelandia sets the stage for an unforgettable journey through Rio's hidden gems, where the vibrant local life unfolds before your eyes. Immerse yourself in the authentic Carioca spirit as you explore the city's rich history and captivating culture.
- 🏷️ Historical Walking Tour: Discover Rio's past with a licensed tour guide as you navigate through stunning architecture and significant landmarks.
- 🚉 Enjoy seamless travel with the VLT train system, making it easy to access various locations throughout the tour.
- 🏛️ Begin your adventure at Cinelandia, a picturesque area home to beautiful buildings like Theatro Municipal and Biblioteca Nacional.
- 🌳 Visit Passeio Publico, the first public park in Latin America, and take a moment to appreciate its serene beauty.
- 🎨 Marvel at the world-famous Escadaria Selaron, a vibrant staircase adorned with over 2,000 tiles, showcasing local artistry.
- ⛪ Pass by the unique Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, an architectural wonder that stands out in the city skyline.
- 📚 Admire the stunning exterior of the Real Gabinete Portugues de Leitura, a breathtaking library that attracts visitors from around the globe.
- 🖌️ Witness the impressive Painel Etnias, the largest graffiti mural in the world, capturing the essence of Brazilian culture.
- 🏺 Explore the historical Cais do Valongo, an archaeological site that tells the poignant story of enslaved Africans in Brazil.
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From the Past to the Present: A Historical Walking Tour of Rio
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Licensed Tour Guide
- We use the VLT train system to access some of the locations on the list.
Meeting point
We'll meet in front of Starbucks.
Return details
This is where we'll end our tour.
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CinelandiaThis is where our experience will start. We will meet at Starbucks. Cinelandia is an area where some of the prettiest buildings in Rio are located. Theatro Municipal, Biblioteca Nacional, Museu Nacional de Artes and the old Supremo Tribunal Federal buildings.
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Passeio PublicoHere we'll visit the first public park in Latin America.
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Escadaria SelaronHere we'll visit the world famous Selaron Steps. This amazing art work measures 125 meters long with over 2000 tiles.
- Here we'll see an engineering marvel from the the 1700's. This water aqueduct was used to supply water to the city and now is used by the Bondinho de Santa Teresa. (pass by)
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The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint SebastianHere we'll visit a very unique and different Cathedral.
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One of the most beautiful churches in the city and the second-largest temple in the city.
- Here we'll see how the city changed since its beginning. (pass by)
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Mosteiro De Sao BentoThe Monastery of São Bento do Rio de Janeiro is a historic monastery located on Morro de São Bento, in the center of the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the main monuments of colonial art in the city and in the country.
- We'll pass by Mauá Square on our way to the famous Kobra Graffiti. (pass by)
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Largo de São Francisco da Prainha is a charming historic square in Rio’s Little Africa district. Surrounded by colorful colonial buildings and the Church of São Francisco da Prainha, it reflects the city’s port history, Afro-Brazilian culture, and the traditions that helped shape samba and Rio’s identity.
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Pedra do SalPedra do Sal is one of Rio de Janeiro’s most important Afro-Brazilian cultural landmarks. Located in Little Africa, it became a gathering place for formerly enslaved people, musicians, and workers. Today, it is celebrated as one of the birthplaces of samba and a proud symbol of Black history in Rio.
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Cais do ValongoThe Cais do Valongo (Valongo Wharf) is an archaeological site located in the port area of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It holds immense historical and spiritual significance as it was the main landing point and trading center for enslaved Africans brought to Brazil between 1811 and 1831.
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Painel EtniasThe largest graffiti in the world.
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From the Past to the Present: A Historical Walking Tour of Rio
Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Brazil, Brazil
$75.82
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!