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Private Walking Tour: Exploring Rio City Center by Foot

5.0 (8 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Walking Tour: Exploring Rio City Center by Foot

About this activity

Explore Rio de Janeiro´s City Center on foot in this 3-hour guided private walking tour. This is the best way to explore the area and learn about the history and culture of a city that was once the capital of Brazil and to appreciate the various architectural styles of the constructions and monuments.

Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours Walking Tours City Tours Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration
2–3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–10
Guide
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by
BE FREE TRANSPORTADORA TURISTICA

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional Tour Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Pick-up and drop-off
  • Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

  1. Cinelandia

    15 min

    Meeting point. The square with the first movie theaters in Rio and important historical buildings.

  2. Escadaria Selaron

    30 min

    The worldwide famous colorful staircase.

  3. Stop 3

    10 min

    A modern Cathedral built in the 60's!

  4. Largo da Carioca

    5 min

    The Square with the oldest buildings in the city

  5. Stop 5

    20 min

    The most traditional coffe shop and bakery in the city

  6. Praca Quinze de Novembro

    20 min

    One of the most important historical squares in Brazil

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meeting point: In front of Cinema Odeon, at Cinelandia.

End point

Using your ticket

  • Please meet the tour guide and the group at Cinelândia, in front of the "Theatro Municipal" (Opera House) 30 minutes before the tour starting time. S/he will have a sign with your name.
  • Bringing a copy of ID/passport recommended.
  • For hot days, light clothes, comfortable shoes, sunblock and bottled water are recommended.
  • Do not hesitate to contact us for help with how to get to Cinelândia or any additional info. Our mobile number is also WhatsApp.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The City government ruled that, starting on September 1st 2021, only vaccinated people (at least one dose) will be allowed to visit the tourist attractions in the city of Rio. Showing a document that proves the vaccination will be mandatory. Don't forget to bring yours! We will update this information as it changes.

  • Walking Tour (light clothes, comfortable shoes, sunblock and bottle water recommended)

  • Wearing face masks during the tour is mandatory. Don't forget to bring yours !

Traveller ratings

5.0 out of 5 · 8 reviews
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