Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Guided tour of the historic city center.
On this tour you will be introduced to Rio de Janeiro within its historical context. Focusing on architecture and multicultural traditions, which define a unique way of being and living the "carioca".
We will walk towards the knowledge and traditions of the City. We will visit squares, churches, and historic sites. There will be the possibility of stopping for lunch, which is not included in the price of the tour. You will spend a maximum of 10 USD per person. We will pass by souvenir shops where the purchase will be optional.
We will wait for you for this adventure through the streets of Rio de Janeiro.
Licensed tour guide
Private transportation
Lunch: 10 USD per person maximum
Departure Point
Cinelândia - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
In front of the main gate of the Teatro Municipal, next to the police trailer.
At 09:00 in the morning.
At 02:30 pm.
Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil We will make a historical introduction to the square where the theater is located.
National Library (Biblioteca Nacional), Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Located next to the world theater.
Escadaria Selaron, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Staircase selaron great point for shooting. 20 minutes
Carioca Aqueduct, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Located next to the selaron staircase. Introducing the historical context of the region.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Headquarters of the Catholic Church in the municipality of Rio de Janeiro. 20 minutes
Largo da Carioca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Place with important historical content for the city. 20 minutes
Praca Quinze de Novembro, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Important place. Where the Real de Portugal family resided. 30 minutes
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
470antoniok
17 May 2025
Passeio seguro, apesar da insegurança do Rio de Janeiro. O Guia é muito responsável e atencioso. Grande FOTÓGRAFO e POLIGLOTA! Todos os pontos turístico são relevantes! Obrigado, Lucemir. Sucesso, meu amigo!
lauramissiano
17 May 2025
Da Holanda para o Sr. Lucemir. Nós agradecemos pela gratificante experiência no Rio de Janeiro Historical Walking Tour. Adoramos todo o percurso e as dicas sobre outros passeios no Rio. As fotos ficaram, todas, incríveis!! Muito obrigada. Recomendamos!
Kristne P
11 May 2025
This is a good way to see the city for the first time and you know you’ll be safe as you’re in a group. But there wasn’t a lot of history explained.
This tour in
Southeast Brazil
is organized by
Lucemir correia Tour Guide
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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