Free tour
Free tour: Lapa and the downtown
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Guru: Max
Registered on 13 November 2022
I am a traveler and artist, I love telling stories and meeting people from all over the world. After graduating in Arts and with 20 years of experience in Tourism, I have developed my style as a storyteller, combining information with entertainment and connecting people from the most diverse cultures. Let's have fun and learn about the Marvelous City!
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
Explore the Historic Center of Rio de Janeiro and Lapa with a local guide born in Rio who has over 20 years of experience in tourism. A free, fun, and cultural tour full of curious stories about the founding of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil.
Discover the Historic Center of Rio de Janeiro and Lapa on a free tour led by a local guide, born and raised in the city, with extensive professional experience in tourism.
With training in Performing Arts and a great passion for History, your guide brings the city's past to life through engaging, light-hearted, and humorous narratives.
Throughout the tour, you will discover fascinating curiosities, notable characters, and key events that shaped the founding of Rio de Janeiro and Brazil, visiting iconic areas such as the Historic Center—the birthplace of the city—and Lapa, famous for its bohemian atmosphere.
This tour goes far beyond samba and famous beaches, offering an authentic, fun, and accessible cultural experience.
Important information about pricing
This activity is a Free Walking Tour, which means there is no fixed price to participate.
At the end of the tour, guests can choose to leave a voluntary payment, based on their satisfaction and personal experience.
As a reference, many travelers tend to contribute an amount similar to other guided free tours of this type, often around USD 10 per person (approx. BRL 50 in local currency).
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Cecília Meireles Hall - Rua da Lapa - Centro
I will be waiting for you in front of the Cecília Meirelles Concert Hall - Lapa
1
Outside visit
Escadaria Selarón - Rua Manuel Carneiro - Santa Teresa
2
Outside visit
Aqueduto da Carioca - Lapa
3
Outside visit
Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro - Centro
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
