Free tour

Free Favela Tour: Santa Marta + Michael Jackson

5.00

Excellent(57)

Rio de Janeiro

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: Spanish

Guru: Micaela Laura

Registered on 4 July 2024

Tourist Guide authorized by the Ministry of Tourism (CADASTUR): * Regional Guide - Rio de Janeiro * National Excursion Guide - Brazil and South America. Languages: Spanish and Portuguese. I am an Argentine traveler, living in Rio de Janeiro since 2020. I had the opportunity to visit several countries and along the way I discovered that I am a lover of nature, sports, food, music and history. I enjoy walking around the city, hiking, watching the sunrise, sunset, contemplating the sea, riding a bike, listening to other languages, trying to decipher the culture and discover what is behind each custom. Of course I like to share it!! And that's what I come here to do! Let's get to know the city of Rio de Janeiro beyond its famous postcards. Let's get to know her inside!!

Free reservation and cancellation

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

Tour description

Shall we explore one of the most famous favelas from the inside? Shall we visit the Michael Jackson statue? Of course, I'm talking about the Santa Marta Favela!

The tour begins with a brief introduction in the square at the base of the favela.

To reach the top, we will use the funicular from Station 1. We will go up to the last stop and begin our descent through the maze of stairs and corridors.

We will spot the soccer field that served as a helipad for Michael Jackson's arrival.

We will pass by the Santa Marta Chapel, which gives the community its name.

Down the stairs, we will reach the tour's highlight stop: the terrace where the King of Pop's statue is located and where he filmed part of his music video "They Don't Care About Us".

We will have time to admire the city view with a cold beer or a classic caipirinha!

We will visit some local shops and have the opportunity to delve into the Atitude Social NGO, a social and educational project.

We will find vibrant murals that reflect the rich local culture.

Upon reaching the Samba School, we can attend a drum rehearsal.

Finally, we will return to our starting point, concluding the tour.

The Santa Marta Favela tour is an opportunity to see beyond stereotypes and understand the resilience and creativity of its inhabitants, as well as enjoy a unique view of Rio de Janeiro.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

R. Mal. Francisco de Moura, 16 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22260-140, Brazil

I will be on the corner of São Clemente and Marechal Francisco de Moura streets, where there are some benches to sit on. I will be wearing a white t-shirt with the Favela design.

Outside visit

Inclined Plane of the Santa Marta Community - Rua Marechal Francisco de Moura - Botafogo

Outside visit

Capela Santa Marta - Botafogo

Outside visit

Michael Jackson Space - Rua da Serenidade - Botafogo

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).