Manaus Private City Tour Amazonas Theater and the Hotel Pickup

4.9 (66 reviews) 3–4 hours Free cancellation

out of 5

66 reviews

4.9

Opera House — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The new river Lookout — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Manaus in a simple, enriching, and well‑organized half‑day tour. This experience is perfect for travelers who want to understand the city’s unique history during the Rubber Boom and explore its most iconic landmarks with the guidance of a knowledgeable local expert. You’ll visit historic squares, markets, architectural treasures, and the famous Amazon Theatre, the symbol of Manaus’ golden era. It’s the ideal way to connect with the culture, stories, and heritage that shaped the gateway to the Amazon.

Half-day Tours Bus Tours Private and Luxury Ports of Call Tours City Tours Car Tours Shore Excursions Excellent Quality

At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Amazon Destinations

Ages: Adults (10–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Until 3 people private Car, until 12 people a van
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: Entrance fees: The Opera House tickets are included in this tour

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

Teatro Amazonas

one hour Admission included

Located in the heart of Manaus, the Teatro Amazonas is a stunning Belle Époque opera house that was inaugurated in 1896, during the height of the rubber boom. Its dome, covered in 36,000 ceramic tiles painted in the colors of Brazil’s flag, crowns a building filled with European elegance from Murano chandeliers to jacaranda wood floors.

It’s a must-see for architecture lovers, history buffs, and anyone enchanted by the arts in the heart of the rainforest.

The tour includes a private indoor visitation at this magnificent building
Monumento A Abertura Dos Portos

20 min

Located in Largo de São Sebastião, in front of the iconic Amazon Theatre in Manaus, this neoclassical monument was inaugurated in 1900 to commemorate the 1866 opening of Amazonian ports to international trade. Designed by Italian artist Domenico de Angelis, it features allegorical sculptures representing the four continents—Asia, Africa, Europe, and America—each symbolized by a ship with a seated child. At the top stands Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, alongside a female figure representing the Amazon. The monument celebrates Manaus's historical role in global trade during the rubber boom era
Adolpho Lisboa Municipal Market

30 min

Nestled along the Rio Negro in Manaus’s historic center, the Adolpho Lisboa Market is a stunning example of Art Nouveau architecture, inaugurated in 1883 during the rubber boom. Designed with iron structures imported from Europe—some attributed to Gustave Eiffel—it offers a vibrant mix of Amazonian culture, flavors, and craftsmanship. Tourists can explore stalls filled with exotic fruits, medicinal herbs, fresh fish, and indigenous crafts, all while soaking in the market’s rich history and lively atmosphere. It’s a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic taste of the Amazon.
Palacio Rio Negro

30 min

Built in 1903 by German rubber baron Waldemar Scholz, the Rio Negro Palace is a stunning example of Belle Époque architecture in downtown Manaus. Originally a private mansion, it became the official seat of the Amazonas government in 1918 and now serves as a cultural center and museum. You will explore elegant rooms filled with period furniture, art exhibits, and historical artifacts that tell the story of the Amazon’s rubber boom. Highlights include the grand staircase, imported iron sculptures, and lush gardens that connect to Jefferson Péres Park. Entry is free, and guided tours offer a deeper dive into the palace’s rich legacy and architectural beauty.
Parque Jeferson Peres

10 min

Jefferson Peres is a new area recentrly built where used to be slams, nowadays is one of the best entertainment area of Manaus, we will pass by the place and do a short visit.
Museu da Cidade de Manaus

one hour

A place where you can see where the city has begun and today is one of the most interesting places in the town. In this area, you can see the various periods that Manaus passes through and the beauty of a historic place.
Museu da Cidade de Manaus

30 min Admission included

Located in the heart of Manaus’s historic center, the Mirante Lúcia Almeida is a vibrant cultural and leisure complex offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Rio Negro and the iconic Meeting of the Waters. Inaugurated in April 2024,

The Mirante is not just a viewpoint—it’s a celebration of Manaus’s identity, blending nature, history, and urban revitalization.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Juma Opera Hotel
Holiday Inn Manaus
Intercity Manaus
BLUE TREE PREMIUM MANAUS
Flats Tropical com e sem varanda
Taj Mahal Continental Hotel
Flat hotel Mercure Manaus para ate 6 pessoas
Hotel Villa Amazonia
Hotel Casa Dos Frades
Da Vinci Hotel & Conventions
Ibis Styles Manaus
Comfort Hotel Manaus

and 9 more pickup points

If your hotel is not listed above, you can send a message to us saying where your hotel is located.

If you are staying in an Airbnb, you have to go to the closest hotel to meet your guide. The transfers won`t pick you up and drop you off at the Airbnb places.

Using your ticket

Dress code is smart casual, can be shorts, light t-shirts, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses and sunblock, hats or caps
Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. You must to show your voucher to our tour guide
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Hotel name or your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made
Not recommended for participants with back problems

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

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
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
Dress code is smart casual
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date.