Rio Little Africa Walking Tour with Cultural Immersion

4 hours Free cancellation

Rio Little Africa Walking Tour with Cultural Immersion, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Take a walk through Rio’s downtown area known as Little Africa and learn about the history of the port district. Take the light rail to the Pretos Novos Institute and visit the Pretos Novos Cemetery, a memorial to the slave trade. Continue on to the Machado de Assis House and Valongo Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the Jardim Suspenso and Morro da Conceição, with their historic houses. Be sure to visit spots like Pedra do Sal, a famous samba hotspot, the Hilário de Jovino Mosaic, and the Bandeira do Brasil staircase. All great spots for photos. End the tour at Largo São Francisco da Prainha, voted one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world by Time Out in 2021. Be sure to try the region’s mouthwatering snacks with an ice-cold beer! Depending on the type of tour you choose, finish the tour at the trendy Pedra do Sal.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 100 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: C2Rio Tours & Travel

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–10 years) · Adults (11–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Ticket for the VLT (Light Rail Vehicle)
Included: Professional tour guide with live commentary in Portuguese, English, and Spanish
Included: Half-day walking tour of Downtown Rio
Included: Ticket of percussion workshop in the City of Samba (if the option with the workshop is selected)
Included: Admission to the Instituto Pretos Novos

Not included

Not included: Food and Drinks (available for purchase at Largo da Prainha)
Not included: Gratuities (optional)
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels

Itinerary

Museu de Arte do Rio - MAR

Passing by

Start your tour at the Rio Art Museum, where you’ll meet your guide.
Stop 2

15 min Admission included

Head to the nearest light rail station. Enjoy the scenic ride and take in the main tourist attractions along Olympic Boulevard.
Instituto de Pesquisa e Memoria Pretos Novos - IPN

45 min Admission included

Explore the archaeological site it houses: the Pretos Novos Cemetery.
Stop 4

10 min

Get to know the house of Machado de Assis, one of Brazil’s greatest writers.
Cais do Valongo

30 min

Observe the pier that was once the main port of entry for enslaved Africans in Brazil and the Americas, and which is currently considered a United Nations World Heritage Site.
Stop 6

20 min

Visit the Valongo Garden on the slope of Morro da Conceição.
Stop 7

30 min

Take a walk up Conceição Hill. The area retains a unique historic charm, with a peaceful atmosphere that contrasts with the hustle and bustle of downtown.
Stop 8

15 min

visit the Hilário de Jovino Mosaic.
Stop 9

20 min

visit the famous Rua do Escorrega and the staircase with the Brazilian flag. Take the opportunity to snap some incredible photos.
Stop 10

10 min

Stop at Largo São Francisco da Prainha, voted one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world by Time Out in 2021.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of the Rio Art Museum – MAR

End point

Using your ticket

You will receive confirmation at the time of booking

The meeting point is in front of the Rio Art Museum (MAR)

Please arrive 10 minutes early. Late arrivals will not be accommodated, and no refunds will be issued.

Children must be accompanied by an adult

The tour begins in the afternoon and lasts 4 hours

This tour operates rain or shine

Wear comfortable shoes for a walking tour and apply sunscreen.

The immersive activity tour includes a walking tour of Little Africa, combined with a percussion workshop similar to those in samba schools. In this format, the walking itinerary includes a light rail ride and visits to the Pretos Novos Institute, Valongo Wharf, and Pedra do Sal.

We recommend bringing snacks and water.

The immersive activity tour requires a minimum of 5 participants. If the minimum number is not met, the tour may be canceled or rescheduled based on the customer’s availability.