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Discover the main tourist landmarks in Downtown Rio de Janeiro on a walking tour with maximum 4 people Explore the city's history, local culture, and social issues with a guide.

Highlights

• Discover the main tourist landmarks in Downtown Rio de Janeiro
• Explore the city's history, local culture, and social issues with a guide
• Visit the Selarón Steps, Municipal Theater, and the Portuguese Royal Reading Room
• See the Colombo Bakery, Imperial Chapel, CCBB, and the Olympic Boulevard
• Learn about the city's urban transformation driven by major events and shifts

Description

Join a local guide on a walking tour of Rio de Janeiro. Visit the main tourist landmarks in Downtown Rio de Janeiro, exploring the city’s history, local culture, and social issues. Meet your guide, who has specialized academic training, and was born and raised in the city. Learn about the recent processes of urban transformation driven by major events and shifts in government. Get a local perspective on the controversies surrounding Brazil’s most famous tourist capital. From an aesthetic point of view, there’s no doubt that the city is truly “marvelous.” But what about the dynamics of its social relations? How do they impact the urban structure of Downtown? Explore three main areas: Lapa, the Commercial Center, and the Port Zone. Along the way, visit landmarks such as the Selarón Steps, Municipal Theater, Portuguese Royal Reading Room, Colombo Bakery, Imperial Chapel, CCBB, Olympic Boulevard, Museum of Tomorrow, and more. As you walk, encounter not only iconic examples of Rio’s architecture, but also bars, street art, squats, and alleyways that hold untold stories not found in textbooks. Each tour is a unique experience, shaped by the city’s ever-changing landscape.

Includes

Guided tour of Downtown Rio de Janeiro Visit to main landmarks including Selarón Steps, Municipal Theater, and Museum of Tomorrow Insights into the city’s history, culture, and social issues Unique experience shaped by the city’s ever-changing landscape

Important Information

• Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated Be prepared for varying weather conditions Keep personal belongings secure

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund