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Cultural Tour in the Historic Center of Rio de Janeiro
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3 Hours
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Offered in: Portuguese, English
Overview
Knowing the historic center of Rio de Janeiro is essential to decolonize narratives. Exploring its historic streets is delving into untold history, revealing Afro-indigenous roots and black resistance beyond widespread colonial history.
This experience challenges Eurocentric views and rescues the memory of the marginalized, strengthening plural identities. Discover the origins of Rio and support responsible tourism by discovering important places, facts and characters in the history of Brazil through the Colonial, Imperial and Republican periods.
Guided tour with guides licensed by the Ministry of Tourism.
Heritage and decolonial historical narrative where Afro-Brazilian and indigenous culture are highlighted.?
Purchase your tour now and discover the true essence of the city.
What's Included
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Start time
02:00 PM
What To Expect
Sao Bento Monastery
One of the most important cultural heritages in the country.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Church of Our Lady of the Candelaria
The Church of Nossa Senhora da Candelária is a Catholic temple located in the center of the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. It is one of the main religious monuments in the city, a traditional venue for weddings in Rio society.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - CCBB Rio de Janeiro
Opened on October 12, 1989, CCBB Rio de Janeiro quickly became one of the most important cultural centers in the country. It is the most visited cultural institution in Brazil and 20th in the world, according to the ranking of the English publication The Art Newspaper (April/2014).
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Casa Franca-Brasil
It is a national cultural heritage, listed by the National Historical and Artistic Heritage Institute (IPHAN). It is an imposing neoclassical manor house, designed by Grandjean de Montigny, member of the French Artistic Mission (1816) and professor at the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts. Commissioned by João VI of Portugal in 1819 for the installation of the city's first Commerce Square, it was inaugurated on May 13, 1820.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Arco do Teles
Arco do Teles, a time tunnel to the 18th century in Praça XV.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Paco Imperial
The Paço Imperial is a historic building located in the current Praça XV de Novembro, in the center of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tiradentes Palace
Palácio Tiradentes was opened on May 6, 1926 and is located in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It was the former building of the Chamber of Deputies, between 1926 and 1960, and is the current headquarters of the Legislative Assembly of the State of Rio de Janeiro.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Church of N Sra do Rosario e Sao Benedito dos Homens Pretos
Dark Brotherhood.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Agência Etnias Turismo e Cultura
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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