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As an Afro-tourism operator, we offer a unique and immersive experience in the historic center of Rio de Janeiro. We highlighting the rich Afro-Brazilian history within the city's historic center.

Highlights

• Discover the unrevealed historical center of Rio de Janeiro!
• Explore the historical center in Rio de Janeiro!
• Experience Afro-Brazilian history and culture!

Description

This tour is not just a journey into the past, but a walk toward understanding the history of resistance and the appreciation of Black and Indigenous cultures. It seeks to decolonize the traditional historical narrative, challenging concepts that do not contribute to societal growth. We will share both well-known and untold stories, reconstructing narratives and reviving characters erased from Brazil's history. Our main mission is to bring to light untold, erased, and undercelebrated stories, highlighting the ethnic and cultural diversity that shaped Brazil through the contributions of Indigenous peoples, Africans, Europeans, and their descendants. Rediscover Rio de Janeiro's Historic Center in an inclusive and recontextualized way, incorporating the latest research on Brazil's history. Tour Highlights - Main attractions: 1. São Bento Monastery The tour begins at São Bento Monastery, a Baroque architectural gem founded in 1590. Here, we admire the monastery's beauty while highlighting the contributions of enslaved Black laborers to its construction and maintenance—contributions often omitted from official history. 2. Rua do Ouvidor On Rua do Ouvidor, we delve into the history of commerce and daily life in colonial and imperial Rio. We honor the contributions of Africans and their descendants, who played critical roles in the urban economy as artisans, street vendors, and market workers. 3. Praça XV At Praça XV, one of the city's oldest and most significant locations, we highlight the story of the Revolt of the Lash, led by João Cândido, the 'Black Admiral,' in 1910. This event stands as a landmark in the fight against oppression and social injustice in Brazil. The square also served as a meeting and resistance point for the Black community over the centuries. A Decolonial Experience This guided tour challenges hegemonic narratives and celebrates the resilience, culture, and contributions of Afro-Brazilians and Indigenous peoples. Each stop offers an opportunity to retell Rio de Janeiro’s history from a perspective that values these experiences. Imagine walking through sites, attractions, and historical landmarks in Rio’s Historic Center, seamlessly connecting with Little Africa in the Port Zone. Learn about one of the nation’s most significant historical stages from those who study, research, and dedicate themselves to uncovering Rio de Janeiro's history and its diverse characters that shaped its Carioca culture. Choose Afro-tourism!

Includes

The Itinerary: São Bento Monastery Presidente Vargas Avenue Candelária Church CCBB (Banco do Brasil Cultural Center) Casa França-Brasil Lapa dos Mercadores Church Rua do Ouvidor Arco do Teles Mestre Valentim Fountain Paço Imperial (Imperial Palace) Palácio Tiradentes Praça XV Meeting point: Guanabara Hotel, Downtown, Rio de Janeiro, RJ.

Important Information

• The tour happens at sunny and rainy days. You have to get up some large steps.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund