Free tour

⭐The Ultimate Rio Walking Tour: Discover the City's Gems⭐

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Excellent(161)

Rio de Janeiro

Duration: 4 hours and 30 minutes

Languages: English

Guru: Bruno

PRO

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Registered on 7 December 2021

My name is Bruno. I was born in Brazil and grew up in Boston, where I lived for over 20 years. I returned to Brazil and decided to become a tour guide. I love seeing people's experiences as we explore my city, a city full of hidden treasures. I strive to provide a unique experience for all my clients. I am a licensed tour guide ready to take you on a tour of this amazing city.

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

This is a tip-based tour, so your contributions are a direct reflection of your enjoyment.
The suggested contribution is 200 Reais per person, but please give what feels right to you. Your presence is what matters most.

This tour is conducted in English. We currently do not offer translations or guides in other languages.

THIS TOUR STARTS AT 8:30AM SO WE CAN BEAT THE HEAT AND THE LINES

Ready to feel the pulse of Rio like a true Carioca? Toss aside those tired tourist maps and jump into my vibrant 4 to 5 hour walking and VLT adventure!

Forget the usual sights – we're plunging headfirst into the city's beating heart, uncovering those hidden corners and local whispers that other tours just breeze past. Get ready to level up your Rio experience!

Think of it this way: you're seeing Rio through my eyes, a local who knows its soul.

Our adventure ignites bright and early at 8am sharp at the Cinelandia Starbucks. Spot me waiting on the bench right out front!

Forget the usual tourist trail. We're about to ditch the crowds and dive headfirst into the real Rio.

We'll kick things off by gliding past gems like the historic Passeio Público and the jaw-droppingly colorful Selarón Steps. Next, we'll soak in the majestic Arcos da Lapa and admire the strikingly modern Metropolitan Cathedral.

Ready for more? Stand in awe of the breathtaking Real Gabinete Português de Leitura library, and appreciate the serene charm of the Igreja de São Francisco de Paula. Then, we'll hop on the VLT Tram from the lively Largo da Carioca and ride to the incredible Mosteiro de São Bento.

Our adventure continues as we pass by VLT through the revitalized Praça Mauá, home to the mind-bending Museum of Tomorrow. We'll end with a bang, taking in the vibrant explosion of color that is Kobra's iconic mural and learning about a crucial part of Brazil's past at the Valongo Port.

Ready to uncover the magic of Rio with us? Spots are limited, so snag yours now!

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Starbucks - Praça Floriano - Centro

Cinelandia Metro by Starbucks

Outside visit

Cinelândia - Praça Floriano - Centro

Cinelândia, officially Praça Floriano Peixoto, emerged in the early 20th century during Rio's urban renewal, becoming a cultural hub with grand buildings like the Municipal Theater and National Library. Its popular name, "Cinema Land," arose from the numerous movie theaters that flourished there in the mid-20th century, making it a vibrant entertainment district.

Free entry

Passeio Público - Rua do Passeio - Centro

First Public Park in Brazil

Outside visit

Escadaria Selarón - Rua Manuel Carneiro - Santa Teresa

Escadaria Selarón, also known as the 'Selaron Steps', is a set of world-famous steps in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. They are the work of Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).